Special Education Program Specialist

Amethod Public Schools

. Plan programs, provide curricular resources and technical assistance, and assess program effectiveness for students with exceptional needs across all Amethod schools .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRichmond • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,000 - $105,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in special education leadership, including program planning, IEP compliance, and data-driven decision-making to support students with exceptional needs. Proficient in providing professional development and training for special education staff while ensuring adherence to IDEA regulations.

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Clear CA Education Specialist CredentialMinimum 3 Years of Special Education Leadership ExperienceKnowledge of IDEA and Amethod PolicyBilingual - SpanishCPI Certification

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Hard Skills

IEP DevelopmentBehavioral Support PlansData-Driven Decision-MakingCurriculum ModificationMTSS/RTI StructureProgram EvaluationConflict-Resolution StrategiesBehavioral RTI Data MonitoringStaff Recruitment and ScreeningAdministrative Support for SELPA

Soft Skills

LeadershipProfessional Development SupportCollaborationCommunicationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

California Department of Education ReportingContract DocumentationInvoice Reconciliation

Certifications & Qualifications

Clear CA Education Specialist CredentialCLAD CertificationCPI Certification

Industry Keywords

Special EducationIEP ComplianceExceptional NeedsBehavioral InterventionsPositive Behavioral InterventionsEducational ProgrammingDiverse Learning NeedsProfessional DevelopmentHigh Demand EnvironmentAmethod Schools

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan programs, provide curricular resources and technical assistance, and assess program effectiveness for students with exceptional needs across all Amethod schools
Ensure best practices in pre-referral behavioral interventions, positive behavioral interventions, and behavioral support and intervention plans
Provide leadership in curriculum, instruction, and modifications/accommodations for students with diverse learning needs
Participate in and provide professional development and training for Special Education team members
Assume responsibility for appropriate identification, educational programming, and services for special education students
Support data-driven decision-making and accountability to improve instruction and ensure student progress
Ensure due process requirements and ongoing monitoring for IEP development and IDEA compliance
Participate in evaluation of Education Specialists and Paraprofessionals and support Principals in supervision of special education team members
Manage complex cases, including attending staffing meetings, IEP meetings, and parent conferences
Apply conflict-resolution strategies with parents and educational partners to resolve IEP-related disputes
Assist in network-wide professional development, onboarding, program design, and redesign
Assist in recruiting and screening special education staff
Conduct class observations and monitor behavioral RTI data
Support teacher in-service and professional development at each school site
Provide administrative support for SELPA functions, including contract documentation, invoice reconciliation, reporting to the California Department of Education, IEP compliance monitoring, and special education transportation
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Clear CA Education Specialist Credential and CLAD certification required OR CA Related Service Provider Credential/License (School Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, etc.)
Minimum 3 years of related experience in special education leadership
Proven successful teaching or related service experience in Special Education
Broad understanding of the MTSS/RTI structure as it relates to school reform
Ability to use data for decision-making regarding student needs
Ability to support professional development in all aspects of intervention methods for academic and behavioral needs
Ability to work in a high demand environment
CPI certification desired
Bilingual- Spanish desired
Knowledge of current IDEA and Amethod policy and procedures

Benefits

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A competitive benefits package is offered