Special Education Program Specialist

Special Education Program Specialist at Hayward Unified School District Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 4/28/2026 Contact Kristen Devine Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $132,405

• $158,985 Annually Length of Work Year 197 days Employment Type Full Time About the Employer The Hayward Unified School District is committed to educational equity so that every student realizes their innate potential, becoming a lifelong learner and having a positive impact on their community.

Our mission is to draw from our community's rich diversity in order to create engaging and equitable educational experiences for students, delivered in a safe and supportive environment. This environment supports inclusion, anti racism through an ethnic studies learner orientation and growth mindset. HUSD believes the responsibility for student success is broadly shared by district staff, families, our community, and our students' own efforts. Each HUSD student deserves respectful learning environments in which diversity is valued and contributes to successful academic outcomes. We seek equity-minded applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits diversity brings to an educational community.

We look for applicants who:

• Reflect our diverse community
• Value and intentionally promote diversity and consciousness of difference
• Empower students furthest from opportunity
• Demonstrate cultural competence and cultural humility
• Believe that all people have the right to an education and work environment free from fear, harassment, or discrimination
• Actively seek to disrupt institutional and/or systemic barriers that adversely impact historically marginalized communities
• Foster students' potential to become global citizens and socially responsible leaders.

Job Description /

Essential Elements:

Print Successful candidate must possess an Administrative Credential plus, a valid Clinical Services Credential; Health Services Credential; or a School Psychologist Credential. Advanced training in the areas of special education with a specialized knowledge in one or more areas of major handicapping conditions. Ability to assist students to achieve their optimal potential. Intensive knowledge of State and Federal laws and regulations governing special education and disabled individuals. History of demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication. Successful experience with special education compliance and due process procedures. Successful experience as a school psychologist, special education teacher or designated instructional services provider. Master's degree and/or Doctorate preferred.

Requirements / Qualifications

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Possess a valid California Administrative Services Credential or be eligible for an Administrative Services Credential as an intern.
• A Master's Degree is desirable.

Applicants are required to submit:

• A fully completed application.
• Three letters of recommendation, including at least one from a current or most recent supervisor.
• A current resume.
• A letter of introduction. Must submit a fully completed application form, 3 letters of recommendation, copies of credentials, a current resume and a letter of introduction. Credential Copy Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation Resume Requirements / Qualifications Applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Possess a valid California Administrative Services Credential or be eligible for an Administrative Services Credential as an intern.
• A Master's Degree is desirable.

Applicants are required to submit:

• A fully completed application.
• Three letters of recommendation, including at least one from a current or most recent supervisor.
• A current resume.
• A letter of introduction.

Must submit a fully completed application form, 3 letters of recommendation, copies of credentials, a current resume and a letter of introduction. Credential Copy Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation Resume Comments and Other Information Non-Discrimination Policy Hayward Unified School District (HUSD) is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from discrimination and harassment based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, immigration status, age, religion, marital or parental status, military or veteran status, pregnancy status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, or genetic information; the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. If a complainant is unable to put a complaint in writing due to conditions such as a disability or illiteracy, district staff shall assist him/her in the filing of the complaint. If you believe you have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying you should immediately contact the school site principal and/or their supervisor. See the links below for more information on complaint management, Title IX, and Uniform Complaint Procedures and forms. For Uniform and Title IX Complaints, please call (510) 723-3857 ext 34102 or 34201 or email us at uc.titleix@husd.k12.ca.us. A copy of the HUSD Uniform Complaint Board Policy along with the Uniform Complaint Administrative Regulations and the HUSD non-discrimination policy are available, free of charge, upon request. Comments and Other Information Non-Discrimination Policy Hayward Unified School District (HUSD) is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from discrimination and harassment based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, immigration status, age, religion, marital or parental status, military or veteran status, pregnancy status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, or genetic information; the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. If a complainant is unable to put a complaint in writing due to conditions such as a disability or illiteracy, district staff shall assist him/her in the filing of the complaint. If you believe you have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying you should immediately contact the school site principal and/or their supervisor. See the links below for more information on complaint management, Title IX, and Uniform Complaint Procedures and forms. For Uniform and Title IX Complaints, please call (510) 723-3857 ext 34102 or 34201 or email us at uc.titleix@husd.k12.ca.us. A copy of the HUSD Uniform Complaint Board Policy along with the Uniform Complaint Administrative Regulations and the HUSD non-discrimination policy are available, free of charge, upon request. Links Related To This Job Hayward Unified School District Hayward Unified School District 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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