Program Specialist
- Continuous Improvement and Accountability at Santa Clara County Office Of Education Print Application Deadline 6/10/2026 5:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 5/27/2026 Contact HR Recruitment Number of Openings 2 Salary Pay Range $113,005.20
- $162,670.
20 Annually Length of Work Year 12 Months/220 Days Employment Type Full Time Job Summary Job Summary Under the direction of the assigned supervisor, the Program Specialist-Continuous Improvement and Accountability, leads the design and implementation of integrated, system-level services, planning, organizing, and coordinating supports that strengthen district and charter school capacity to improve student outcomes through continuous improvement. The Program Specialist provides coaching, technical assistance, and professional learning aligned to Improvement Science, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), including but not limited to Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) development, and Differentiated Assistance (DA). Program Specialists are eligible to receive a $2,500 annual stipend for a doctorate degree, provided official documentation is submitted. View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in psychology, education, social work or related field and three (3) years of experience in an education setting or related field, working with diverse communities, which includes at least one (1) year of experience facilitating professional development.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Valid California Teaching/ Credential or Pupil Personnel Services Credential
- Valid California Driver's license
ONLY CANDIDATES WHO FORWARD COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKETS WILL BE CONSIDERED
- Please only attach the following materials to your application:
- Cover letter (signed)
- Professional resume
- Three (3) signed letters of recent recommendation, dated within one year of the application, including one (1) from your current supervisor
- Copies of official transcripts, copies of evaluated transcripts are required for candidates who have attended colleges/universities outside of the United States (official/sealed transcripts must be provided upon hire)
- Copies of credential(s) or copy of temporary county certificate (TCC)
- Copy of a valid California driver's license
PLEASE NOTE
- Candidates seeking employment with SCCOE may not proceed with the onboarding process until they provide written confirmation that they have been formally released from their contract.
- At this time SCCOE does not provide visa sponsorship for employment purposes.
The application and materials must be received by application deadline. Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted. If you are unsure if your application and all required materials have been received, please contact the recruiter for this position, prior to the final filing date. While it is preferred that required documents are attached to your application, if you are unable to do so, please forward by email to hr_recruitment@sccoe.org. Santa Clara County Office of Education Human Resources 1290 Ridder Park Drive, MC 264 San Jose, CA 95131
Email:
HR_Recruitment@sccoe.org Requirements / Qualifications
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in psychology, education, social work or related field and three (3) years of experience in an education setting or related field, working with diverse communities, which includes at least one (1) year of experience facilitating professional development.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Valid California Teaching/ Credential or Pupil Personnel Services Credential
- Valid California Driver's license
ONLY CANDIDATES WHO FORWARD COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKETS WILL BE CONSIDERED
- Please only attach the following materials to your application:
- Cover letter (signed)
- Professional resume
- Three (3) signed letters of recent recommendation, dated within one year of the application, including one (1) from your current supervisor
- Copies of official transcripts, copies of evaluated transcripts are required for candidates who have attended colleges/universities outside of the United States (official/sealed transcripts must be provided upon hire)
- Copies of credential(s) or copy of temporary county certificate (TCC)
- Copy of a valid California driver's license
PLEASE NOTE
- Candidates seeking employment with SCCOE may not proceed with the onboarding process until they provide written confirmation that they have been formally released from their contract.
- At this time SCCOE does not provide visa sponsorship for employment purposes.
The application and materials must be received by application deadline. Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted. If you are unsure if your application and all required materials have been received, please contact the recruiter for this position, prior to the final filing date. While it is preferred that required documents are attached to your application, if you are unable to do so, please forward by email to hr_recruitment@sccoe.org. Santa Clara County Office of Education Human Resources 1290 Ridder Park Drive, MC 264 San Jose, CA 95131
Email:
HR_Recruitment@sccoe.org Comments and Other Information
HEALTH, WELFARE, AND OTHER BENEFITS
: The Santa Clara County Office of Education takes pride in offering a benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our employees. We provide eligible employees with valuable benefits options including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Employee Health and Wellness Program, including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources Life insurance and long-term disability coverage California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) or California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) 403b or 457 Retirement Accounts Paid Sick Leave Tuition Reimbursement Benefit and Retirement information may vary depending on the bargaining unit. Full-time employees (30 hrs.+/ weekly) are offered free dental and vision coverage for themselves and eligible dependents. Most medical plans are offered at no cost to employees and their eligible dependents. For more information, please visit our benefits page: Employee Benefits .
RECRUITMENT CONTACT
For questions about the position or recruitment process, please contact: HR Recruitment (408) 453-6848 HR_Recruitment@sccoe.org
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Santa Clara County Office of Education prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, gender/sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and pregnancy-related medical conditions), sexual orientation, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (not union related), a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance. For direct concerns related to Equal Opportunity Employment , please contact: Roger D. Gallizzi Interim Assistant Superintendent Human Resources Santa Clara County Office of Education 1290 Ridder Park Drive San Jose, CA 95131 (408) 453-6598 c-rgallizzi@sccoe.org Comments and Other Information
HEALTH, WELFARE, AND OTHER BENEFITS
: The Santa Clara County Office of Education takes pride in offering a benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our employees. We provide eligible employees with valuable benefits options including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Employee Health and Wellness Program, including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources Life insurance and long-term disability coverage California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) or California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) 403b or 457 Retirement Accounts Paid Sick Leave Tuition Reimbursement Benefit and Retirement information may vary depending on the bargaining unit. Full-time employees (30 hrs.+/ weekly) are offered free dental and vision coverage for themselves and eligible dependents. Most medical plans are offered at no cost to employees and their eligible dependents. For more information, please visit our benefits page: Employee Benefits .
RECRUITMENT CONTACT
For questions about the position or recruitment process, please contact: HR Recruitment (408) 453-6848 HR_Recruitment@sccoe.org
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Santa Clara County Office of Education prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, gender/sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and pregnancy-related medical conditions), sexual orientation, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (not union related), a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance. For direct concerns related to Equal Opportunity Employment , please contact: Roger D. Gallizzi Interim Assistant Superintendent Human Resources Santa Clara County Office of Education 1290 Ridder Park Drive San Jose, CA 95131 (408) 453-6598 c-rgallizzi@sccoe.org Links Related To This Job Santa Clara County Office of Education Special Education Department Santa Clara County Office of Education View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators
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