Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Aspire Public Schools
Job overview
The Program Specialist at Aspire Public Schools supports special education staff and leads efforts to ensure effective and compliant services for students with disabilities, impacting student success and educational quality.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves planning special education programs, providing technical assistance, leading curriculum and instruction modifications, delivering professional development, ensuring legal compliance with IEPs, managing difficult cases, coaching staff, and collaborating with school leaders to improve special education services.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a competitive base salary ranging from $115,148 to $147,818 based on experience, along with paid time off, full core health benefits on select plans, life insurance, long-term disability, participation in a California state retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, and adoption assistance.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a Master's degree in Special Education or related field preferred, a clear CA Education Specialist Credential and CLAD certification or related service provider credential, with at least 5 years of special education leadership experience including supervisory roles; bilingual Spanish and CPI certification are desired.
Career development
Opportunities include leadership in special education, involvement in program design and professional development facilitation, and collaboration with regional teams for ongoing growth.
Work environment and culture
Aspire Public Schools values dedication to underserved students, ethical behavior, and continuous improvement in a supportive and mission-driven environment.
Company information
Aspire Public Schools is focused on preparing underserved students for college success through dedicated educational programs and support services.
Team overview
The Program Specialist works closely with special education teams, principals, regional special education staff, and site leaders to support and lead special education initiatives.
Job location and travel
The role requires travel across the Bay Area region and potentially other regions for meetings and professional development, supporting multiple school sites.
Unique job features
This role uniquely combines leadership, direct special education program management, extensive collaboration, and travel, with a strong focus on compliance and instructional effectiveness for students with disabilities.
Company overview
Aspire Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates a network of high-performing, college-preparatory charter schools primarily in underserved communities across California. They generate revenue through public funding, grants, and donations, focusing on providing equitable education and closing the achievement gap. Founded in 1998 by Don Shalvey and Reed Hastings, Aspire has grown to serve thousands of students, emphasizing personalized learning and college readiness. Their mission is to ensure that every student graduates prepared to earn a college degree and contribute to the community.
How to land this job
Position your resume to emphasize your leadership in special education, highlighting experience with IEP coordination, compliance with IDEA, and support for students with diverse learning needs at the school site level.
Focus on showcasing your skills in providing professional development, behavioral intervention expertise, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams including principals, teachers, and specialists.
Apply through multiple channels such as Aspire Public Schools’ official careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and reach.
Connect with current Aspire Public Schools special education team members or regional leaders on LinkedIn; initiate conversations by mentioning your passion for supporting underserved students or asking about recent initiatives in special education at Aspire.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description such as 'IEP coordination,' 'special education leadership,' 'behavioral interventions,' 'IDEA compliance,' and 'professional development.'
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