Program Specialist for Special Education: 2026-2027 School Year

Program Specialist for

Special Education:

2026-2027 School Year at Santa Maria-Bonita School District Print Application Deadline 5/28/2026 8:47 AM Pacific Date Posted 5/14/2026 Contact Andrea Alvarez Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay dependent on experience Add'l Salary Info Based on Education and Experience $125,835- $145,876 Length of Work Year 208 days

Employment Type Full Time Job Id:

1336 About the Employer Welcome to the Santa Maria-Bonita School District website. We are the largest school district in Santa Barbara County with about 17,500 pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade students. In the heart of the coastal agricultural area, we celebrate our families and the support they provide to the students of the District. The District is comprised of seventeen elementary schools, four junior high schools, and one combined elementary and junior high. The district is committed to a high-quality education for each student to develop students who are prepared for limitless possibilities and achievements using their unique gifts and talents to develop skills to reach their maximum potential. Our Beliefs We believe each person has inherent value and deserves respect. We believe all people belong, have a voice and can contribute. We believe every person has the power and responsibility to take action and make a positive impact. We believe equity is essential for all persons to thrive. We believe honesty and integrity build trust. We believe physical and emotional safety is foundational for personal fulfillment. We believe excellence comes from curiosity, experience, and perseverance. We believe that developing empathy inspires a kind community. We believe service is an act of love. We believe that there is strength and power in cultural diversity. We believe that a unified community inspires hope and faith. Our Mission The Mission of Santa Maria-Bonita School District, as the unifying force that cultivates and enriches our diverse community, is to ensure every student flourishes by discovering their passion and purpose, exercising self-determination, and developing the skills to reach their maximum potential through a student-centered culture distinguished by a whole child approach an inclusive environment community and family engagement transformational innovation and highly effective staff Parameters We will make decisions based on what is best for students. We will welcome all people with dignity and respect. We will practice responsible stewardship of all our resources. We will embrace, practice, and model integrity. We will not compromise our commitment to excellence. View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications 1. Valid California credential authorizing service as a special education teacher;

Clear Education Specialist:

Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe credential; Administrative Credential or Certificate of Eligibility, is required. 2. Minimum five (5) years' teaching experience as a special education teacher. Experience with special education management (Lead Learner, Teacher of Special Assignment, Administrative Designee at IEP meetings, etc.) preferred. 3.

Desired Experiences:

Knowledge of current federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to individuals with exceptional needs, especially laws and mandates related to Special Education services, Individualized Education Programs, and Universal Design for Learning and Multi-tier System of Support. Experience with current developments in special education, especially pertaining to curriculum, instruction, behavior intervention, related services, and dispute resolution. 1. Letter of application addressed to Dr. Peter Bland, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources 2. Current resume 3. Three (3) letters of recommendation written within the past year. 4. Copy of Credential Requirements / Qualifications 1. Valid California credential authorizing service as a special education teacher;

Clear Education Specialist:

Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe credential; Administrative Credential or Certificate of Eligibility, is required. 2. Minimum five (5) years' teaching experience as a special education teacher. Experience with special education management (Lead Learner, Teacher of Special Assignment, Administrative Designee at IEP meetings, etc.) preferred. 3.

Desired Experiences:

Knowledge of current federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to individuals with exceptional needs, especially laws and mandates related to Special Education services, Individualized Education Programs, and Universal Design for Learning and Multi-tier System of Support. Experience with current developments in special education, especially pertaining to curriculum, instruction, behavior intervention, related services, and dispute resolution. 1. Letter of application addressed to Dr. Peter Bland, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources 2. Current resume 3. Three (3) letters of recommendation written within the past year. 4. Copy of Credential Comments and Other Information

TITLE IX - EQUAL EDUCATION / EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The Santa Maria-Bonita School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person's actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical information, national origin, parental status, pregnancy status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Office/ Title 9

Compliance Officer:

Mark Palmerston Director of Pupil Personnel Services 708 S. Miller Santa Maria, CA 93454 805-361-8141 El Distrito Escolar de Santa María-Bonita prohíbe la discriminación, intimidación, hostigamiento (incluido el hostigamiento sexual) o acoso en base a la edad, ascendencia, color, discapacidad, origen étnico, género, expresión de género, identidad de género, información genética, estado de inmigración, estado civil, información médica, origen nacional, estado parental, estado de embarazo, raza, religión, sexo, orientación sexual, real o percibido de una persona, o asociación con una persona o grupo con una o más de estas características reales o percibidas. Si tiene preguntas o quejas, comuníquese con la Oficina de Equidad / Oficial de Cumplimiento del Título 9: Mark Palmerston Director de Servicios Estudiantiles 708 S. Miller Santa María, CA 93454 805-361-8141 Comments and Other Information

TITLE IX - EQUAL EDUCATION / EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The Santa Maria-Bonita School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person's actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical information, national origin, parental status, pregnancy status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Office/ Title 9

Compliance Officer:

Mark Palmerston Director of Pupil Personnel Services 708 S. Miller Santa Maria, CA 93454 805-361-8141 El Distrito Escolar de Santa María-Bonita prohíbe la discriminación, intimidación, hostigamiento (incluido el hostigamiento sexual) o acoso en base a la edad, ascendencia, color, discapacidad, origen étnico, género, expresión de género, identidad de género, información genética, estado de inmigración, estado civil, información médica, origen nacional, estado parental, estado de embarazo, raza, religión, sexo, orientación sexual, real o percibido de una persona, o asociación con una persona o grupo con una o más de estas características reales o percibidas. Si tiene preguntas o quejas, comuníquese con la Oficina de Equidad / Oficial de Cumplimiento del Título 9: Mark Palmerston Director de Servicios Estudiantiles 708 S. Miller Santa María, CA 93454 805-361-8141 CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators

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