Assistant Director III, Special Education

Assistant Director III, Special Education at Lake Elsinore Unified School District Print Application Deadline 7/1/2026 4:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 6/18/2026 Contact Sarah Arredondo Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $157,522 - $182,612 Annually Add'l Salary Info Annual $157,522 - $182,612 plus $1200 Doctoral Stipend, plus excellent fringe benefits package Length of Work Year 218 Days Annually Employment Type Full Time Site District Office Job Summary Job Summary Under the direction of the Director of Special Education, this position provides leadership, coordination, oversight, and support for District special education programs and services. The Assistant Director assists in the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of programs for students with disabilities; supports compliance with federal and state special education laws and regulations; collaborates with school administrators, staff, families, and community agencies to ensure the provision of a free appropriate public education (FAPE) in the least restrictive environment (LRE); coordinates assigned special education programs and services; assists with personnel supervision and program development; and supports continuous improvement efforts to improve outcomes for students with disabilities.

Requirements / Qualifications

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

Please attache with the Edjoin application the following:

• Letter of Interest
• Resume
• Three (3) current professional letters of recommendation dated within 12 months
• Copies of appropriate licenses/credentials
• Copies of all transcripts All applications must be submitted through Edjoin.

Facsimile, electronic or paper application materials will not be accepted.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Education Required:

Bachelor's and Master's Degree in a related field required; Doctorate desirable.

Experience Required:

Minimum five (5) years of successful teaching and/or administrative experience required. Licenses, Certifications, Bonding and/or

Testing Required:

Valid Administrative Services Credential (required); Valid CA Driver's License and evidence of insurability; Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance, and negative pre-employment drug screen test/negative TB results (upon hire).

Requirements / Qualifications

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

Please attache with the Edjoin application the following:

• Letter of Interest
• Resume
• Three (3) current professional letters of recommendation dated within 12 months
• Copies of appropriate licenses/credentials
• Copies of all transcripts All applications must be submitted through Edjoin.

Facsimile, electronic or paper application materials will not be accepted.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Education Required:

Bachelor's and Master's Degree in a related field required; Doctorate desirable.

Experience Required:

Minimum five (5) years of successful teaching and/or administrative experience required. Licenses, Certifications, Bonding and/or

Testing Required:

Valid Administrative Services Credential (required); Valid CA Driver's License and evidence of insurability; Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance, and negative pre-employment drug screen test/negative TB results (upon hire). Comments and Other Information

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

to include District-wide leadership and supervision in the following areas:

• Assists in the planning, implementation, supervision, and evaluation of District special education programs and services to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements and alignment with District goals
• Provides leadership, technical assistance, and support to site administrators, teachers, related service providers, and support staff regarding special education laws, regulations, instructional practices, and student services
• Monitors District compliance with IDEA, California Education Code, SELPA requirements, procedural safeguards, timelines, and reporting obligations; investigates complaints and compliance concerns and recommends corrective actions as necessary
• Coordinates assigned special education programs and services, including specialized academic instruction, related services, mental health supports, transition services, and inclusive educational opportunities for students with disabilities
• Supports the development and implementation of legally compliant Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), participates in complex student meetings and proceedings, and assists in resolving disputes through collaborative problem-solving processes
• Supervises and evaluates assigned personnel; participates in the recruitment, selection, assignment, training, and professional development of certificated, classified, and management staff
• Assists with the development, administration, and monitoring of budgets, grants, contracts, staffing allocations, caseloads, and program resources to ensure effective service delivery
• Collaborates with SELPA representatives, community agencies, county offices, nonpublic schools and agencies, families, and educational partners to coordinate services and improve outcomes for students with disabilities
• Compiles, analyzes, and utilizes student, program, and compliance data to evaluate effectiveness, support continuous improvement efforts, prepare required reports, and inform decision-making
• Assists with the preparation of Governing Board reports, policy and administrative regulation updates, and other communications related to special education programs and services; attends meetings and performs other related duties as assigned Applications from qualified candidates are invited.

We encourage applicants who are Bilingual in English/Spanish. Please refer to full job description for more detail. All applications must be submitted through Edjoin. Facsimile, electronic or paper application materials will not be accepted. While applicants are encouraged to research the community and the school system, anyone who attempts to directly contact individual Board members with the intent of influencing the decision of the Board will be considered to have disqualified herself/himself from candidacy for the position. The candidate selected for employment should be available to begin as soon as possible following the close of this recruitment.

Anticipated Recruitment Dates:

Screening:

July 1-3; 1st

Interviews:

July 6th;

Final Interviews:

9th; Board Ratified August 13, 2026. Comments and Other Information

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

to include District-wide leadership and supervision in the following areas:

• Assists in the planning, implementation, supervision, and evaluation of District special education programs and services to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements and alignment with District goals
• Provides leadership, technical assistance, and support to site administrators, teachers, related service providers, and support staff regarding special education laws, regulations, instructional practices, and student services
• Monitors District compliance with IDEA, California Education Code, SELPA requirements, procedural safeguards, timelines, and reporting obligations; investigates complaints and compliance concerns and recommends corrective actions as necessary
• Coordinates assigned special education programs and services, including specialized academic instruction, related services, mental health supports, transition services, and inclusive educational opportunities for students with disabilities
• Supports the development and implementation of legally compliant Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), participates in complex student meetings and proceedings, and assists in resolving disputes through collaborative problem-solving processes
• Supervises and evaluates assigned personnel; participates in the recruitment, selection, assignment, training, and professional development of certificated, classified, and management staff
• Assists with the development, administration, and monitoring of budgets, grants, contracts, staffing allocations, caseloads, and program resources to ensure effective service delivery
• Collaborates with SELPA representatives, community agencies, county offices, nonpublic schools and agencies, families, and educational partners to coordinate services and improve outcomes for students with disabilities
• Compiles, analyzes, and utilizes student, program, and compliance data to evaluate effectiveness, support continuous improvement efforts, prepare required reports, and inform decision-making
• Assists with the preparation of Governing Board reports, policy and administrative regulation updates, and other communications related to special education programs and services; attends meetings and performs other related duties as assigned Applications from qualified candidates are invited.

We encourage applicants who are Bilingual in English/Spanish. Please refer to full job description for more detail. All applications must be submitted through Edjoin. Facsimile, electronic or paper application materials will not be accepted. While applicants are encouraged to research the community and the school system, anyone who attempts to directly contact individual Board members with the intent of influencing the decision of the Board will be considered to have disqualified herself/himself from candidacy for the position. The candidate selected for employment should be available to begin as soon as possible following the close of this recruitment.

Anticipated Recruitment Dates:

Screening:

July 1-3; 1st

Interviews:

July 6th;

Final Interviews:

9th; Board Ratified August 13, 2026. Links Related To This Job 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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