Special Education Program Specialist

• Student Services at Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified Print Application Deadline 11/10/2026 4:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 10/27/2026 Contact Jill Castanon 909-797-0174 5843 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $66829
• $143,382 Annually Add'l Salary Info In establishing the placement of a new certificated employee, credit for certificated/credentialed experience will be recognized on a year-to-year basis up to a maximum of 12 years for experience Length of Work Year 195 days/yr
• 6 hrs/day Employment Type Full Time About the Employer Mission Statement The Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified School District is committed to providing a rigorous education that extends the opportunity for all students to achieve success academically, vocationally, and personally.

Through a safe and caring environment, students will be prepared to become productive citizens in a democratic society. Job Summary Job Summary Under the direction of the Director of Student Services, the Program Specialist provides expertise and assistance in meeting the needs of students with mild/moderate disabilities. The Program Specialist provides support in the form of consultation, coaching, one-to-one and group presentations, classroom support, and information for effective instructional strategies for regular educators, special education teachers and other personnel who provide instructional services to children and adolescents with disabilities. The Program Specialist provides leadership to district staff in providing "best practice" academic and behavioral supports and interventions. View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications A minimum of three successful years teaching in a special education setting at the elementary or secondary level. Experience working with school staffs to implement program goals, utilizing and adapting core curriculum for special needs students, or providing special education speech language or other designated instructional services, or serving as a school psychologist.

Education:

Master's degree desired. Possession of a valid California teaching credential authorizing service as a teacher, in the above area; completion of CLAD teaching authorization or equivalent. Please attach the EdJoin application, three (3) current (dated within one year) Letters of Recommendation, a Cover Letter or Letter of Introduction, your Resume, a complete copy of transcripts, a copy of your Credential and verification of your EL Authorization. Incomplete application packets may subject candidates to disqualification. Copy of Transcript (Unofficial copies from BA and beyond) Credential Copy English Learner Authorization Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) current (within one year) Letters of Recommendation) Resume Requirements / Qualifications A minimum of three successful years teaching in a special education setting at the elementary or secondary level. Experience working with school staffs to implement program goals, utilizing and adapting core curriculum for special needs students, or providing special education speech language or other designated instructional services, or serving as a school psychologist.

Education:

Master's degree desired. Possession of a valid California teaching credential authorizing service as a teacher, in the above area; completion of CLAD teaching authorization or equivalent. Please attach the EdJoin application, three (3) current (dated within one year) Letters of Recommendation, a Cover Letter or Letter of Introduction, your Resume, a complete copy of transcripts, a copy of your Credential and verification of your EL Authorization. Incomplete application packets may subject candidates to disqualification. Copy of Transcript (Unofficial copies from BA and beyond) Credential Copy English Learner Authorization Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) current (within one year) Letters of Recommendation) Resume Comments and Other Information A completed online application is required of all applicants to be considered for this opening. Once you have submitted your application, please check your email as EdJoin will send you an email verifying that your application has been submitted correctly. If you do not receive the EdJoin email, check your spam/junk mail box. In the event that you do not get an email, you will have to apply again. Applications must be submitted in their entirety (a cover letter/letter of introduction, the application, a resume, three current letters of recommendation dated within one year, credential and unofficial transcripts). Incomplete application packets will not be accepted. Applications will be carefully reviewed. Those applicants with the most appropriate education, experience and training will be scheduled to continue to the interview process. All applicants will be notified by email regarding their status. It will be your responsibility to check your email as to the next step in the recruitment process because this is the only form of communication that you will receive. Human Resources reserves the right to limit the number of candidates to be qualified to continue through to the interview process. If you are having difficulty in completing your on-line application, please call 1-888-900-8945 for assistance. If you have forgotten your password, EdJoin will email it to you. Comments and Other Information A completed online application is required of all applicants to be considered for this opening. Once you have submitted your application, please check your email as EdJoin will send you an email verifying that your application has been submitted correctly. If you do not receive the EdJoin email, check your spam/junk mail box. In the event that you do not get an email, you will have to apply again. Applications must be submitted in their entirety (a cover letter/letter of introduction, the application, a resume, three current letters of recommendation dated within one year, credential and unofficial transcripts). Incomplete application packets will not be accepted. Applications will be carefully reviewed. Those applicants with the most appropriate education, experience and training will be scheduled to continue to the interview process. All applicants will be notified by email regarding their status. It will be your responsibility to check your email as to the next step in the recruitment process because this is the only form of communication that you will receive. Human Resources reserves the right to limit the number of candidates to be qualified to continue through to the interview process. If you are having difficulty in completing your on-line application, please call 1-888-900-8945 for assistance. If you have forgotten your password, EdJoin will email it to you. Links Related To This Job YCJUSD Website City of Yucaipa Yucaipa Chamber Of Commerce 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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