Program Specialist Special Education - Certificated Management

Job Summary

Summary
The Program Specialist serves as a key member of the Special Education team, supporting Education Specialists, school leaders, and related service providers to ensure instructionally effective and legally compliant special education services across the Voices network.
This role provides specialized coaching, IEP compliance oversight, program development, data and systems support, and direct district-level guidance to Education Specialists enrolled in credentialing programs. The Program Specialist also serves as an LEA representative for IEP meetings and monitors the quality and compliance of special education service delivery, documentation, and SEIS data.

Requirements / Qualifications

Qualifications & Requirements

Valid Clear California Education Specialist Credential.
Minimum 3 years’ experience in Special Education (teaching, case management, or related services).
Demonstrated ability to provide instructional leadership and/or coaching to educators.
Experience working with multilingual learners.
Strong knowledge of IDEA, California Education Code, and SELPA procedures.
Proficiency with SEIS or similar SPED data systems.
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
(Preferred) Excellent oral and written communication skills in Spanish

Skills & Competencies
Skills to effectively provide leadership and manage the multiple requirements; understand, interpret and apply laws, policies, and guidelines that govern special education or Voices programs; communicate effectively in writing and orally.
Knowledge of Sonoma County SELPA procedures and program guidelines; special education instructional practices, procedures and methods; various testing materials, resources or equipment; behavioral and social-emotional interventions.
Working knowledge of IDEA, California special education law, charter law; IEP preparation and implementation strategies and procedures; current trends and best practices in serving special education students and appropriate referral agencies.
Abilities to supervise and motivate staff; collaborate with principals on employee management of assigned staff, conduct effective meetings and professional development activities; work effectively with students, parents and staff.
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action and work independently.
Ability to use technology to; knowledge of assistive technology to enhance student learning.
Experience in training, planning and executing appropriate transition services for special education students.

Prior To Employment: Once an offer has been extended, a candidate must meet the following criteria to receive a final agreement:

First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
Employment Eligibility
Cleared Criminal Background Check
Valid TB Clearance

Key Compensation:
Annual salary range: $95,000 – $130,000
Medical benefits
Exceptional growth opportunities
Retirement plan

Employment:
Reports directly to Director of Special Education
Salaried, Exempt Position
Position follows 12 month calendar
At-Will Agreement

If you have any questions about this position, please contact our hiring team by email at [email protected].

Voices College-Bound Language Academies is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Voices to afford equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, citizenship status, medical condition, or any other legally protected status.