Program Specialist - Special Education
Program Specialist - Special Education
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PROGRAM SPECIALIST SPECIAL EDUCATION
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Director of Special Education and Pupil Services the Program Specialist provides coordination planning consultation and assistance to special education staff and is responsible for assuring full educational opportunity for all pupils referred to the Individualized Educational Planning Team.
MAJOR:
- Coordinates assessment of pupils referred to the Individualized Educational Planning (IEP) Team for special class placement.
- Arranges appropriate special class interim placements.
- Monitors procedural safeguards and compliance issues for special education students and staff.
- Coordinates IEP Teams to properly consider special day class placement based on indepth knowledge of available classes and services within the District and East County SELPA.
- Adheres to District State and federal timelines/regulations as required.
- Assists and leads the IEP team in identifying needs instructional standardsbased goals/objectives and appropriate placements.
- Observes consults with and assists in program development with special class teachers resource specialists and other special education staff.
- Assesses program effectiveness for individual students and classes and provides support and assistance in monitoring student performance.
- Designs provides and participates in staff development throughout the district.
- Assists in articulation and coordination with other special education programs throughout the region.
- Consults with building principals on a regular basis regarding program effectiveness and student needs at each school site.
- Consults with parents regarding pupil assessment special programs guidance placement or other special problems making sure parents are fully informed of their rights.
- Coordinates and monitors AB 2726 referrals for students.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Works cooperatively with the Regional Manager regarding all regional program responsibilities as assigned.
- Performs other duties as designated or assigned by the Coordinator of Special Education.
- Maintains professional competence through participation in inservice education activities and/or self selected professional growth activities.
- Is aware of and meets requirements and standards of the specific job as interpreted through local school district board policy county regulations and the state Education Code.
- Attends department meetings as required.
- Serves in various capacities at the district level when required such as reporting to the Board of Trustees and participating on district committees.
- Will be available to serve as a consultant in the area of special education.
- Performs other duties as designated or assigned by the Coordinator of Special Education.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:
Education:
A Bachelors Degree in education or an area of specialization in special education with advanced study in one or more of the major handicapping conditions.
Experience:
Prior job related experience is desired.
Credential(s):
Valid Special Education Credential Clinical Services Credential Health Services Credential or a school psychologist authorization.
Licenses:
A California drivers license and willingness to use own vehicle.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Possesses an indepth knowledge of laws a regulations pertaining to special education; demonstrated ability to be flexible and dependable in implementing job responsibilities; and demonstrated skill in interpersonal relationships.
Revised: May 19 2009
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
