2026-27 Education Specialist (Middle School)

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92120, San Diego, CA, USA
In-Office
76K-90K Annually
Mid level
Edtech • Social Impact
The Role
Provide leadership and coordination for special education programs at middle school level: curriculum development, program evaluation, IEP implementation, staff development, community relations, procurement of specialized materials, recordkeeping, and candidate interviewing/support.
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The primary role and purpose of a teacher is to provide students with appropriate educational activities and experiences that will enable them to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth. Teachers will help students develop the skills necessary to be productive members of society.


WHY WORK FOR MAGNOLIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS?
We provide a culture of accountability, challenge and opportunity that encourages our teachers, faculty and staff to develop and reach their full potential.
We invite you to build and advance your career with Magnolia Public Schools and help contribute to the future success of our mission and vision.

ONE OF OUR LONG-TERM COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES IS THE CALIBER OF OUR PEOPLE:
Magnolia Public Schools bring together smart, talented people from a diversity of backgrounds, where they can bring their “whole self” to work as well as their PASSION for teaching and learning.

HERE IS WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER:

  • Premium free Medical/Dental and Vision Benefits
  • Competitive Salaries
  • Organizational sponsored benefits programs
  • Generous paid time off banks including two floating holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Professional Development Programs for Teachers, Administrators and support personnel
  • Robust career development/talent management process
  • Leadership/admin development programs
  • Small Class Sizes
  • Professional Development
  • Induction Support (B.T.S.A)

Job Description

  • Provide leadership in program evaluations and follow-up procedures.
  • Write/develop federal projects, state facility and equipment projects.
  • Coordinate integration of special education into the total school program.
  • Provide leadership in curriculum development.
  • Work to maintain good public and community relations.
  • Interview instructional candidates for Special Education areas and make recommendations to principals for appointments to positions.
  • Procure and distribute new, specialized materials and equipment.
  • Supervise record keeping of students in the program.
  • Coordinate staff conferences and orientation meetings.
  • Interact with parents, outside agencies, businesses and community to enhance the understanding of system initiatives and priorities and to elicit support and assistance.
  • Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
  • Serve on system, state or community councils or committees as assigned or appropriate.
  • Assist in the interpretation of programs, philosophy and policies of the system to staff, students, parents and the community.
  • Work closely with school staff to support school improvement initiatives and processes.
  • Keep informed and disseminate information about current research, trends and best practices in areas of responsibility.
  • Facilitate the development, implementation and evaluation of staff development activities in assigned areas.
  • Attend training sessions, conferences and workshops as assigned or appropriate to keep abreast of current practices, programs and legal issues.
  • Other duties as needed.
  • $70000 - $95000 / year

Qualifications
  • B.A. or B.S. degree
  • Masters degree preferred
  • CA Credential as Education Specialist with mild/moderate or severe designation
  • Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area
  • Knowledge of IEP goal setting process and implementation
  • Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
  • California Commission on Teacher Credentialing certificate, permit or other documentation equivalent to what a special education teacher in other public schools would be required to hold
  • Highly Qualified in accordance with the No Child Left behind Act

Skills Required

  • B.A. or B.S. degree
  • Masters degree
  • CA Credential as Education Specialist with mild/moderate or severe designation
  • Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area
  • Knowledge of IEP goal setting process and implementation
  • Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
  • California Commission on Teacher Credentialing certificate, permit or equivalent documentation
  • Highly Qualified in accordance with the No Child Left Behind Act
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The Company
350 Employees
Year Founded: 1997

What We Do

Magnolia Educational & Research Foundation, doing business as Magnolia Public Schools (MPS), is a non-profit organization that operates a network of charter schools across California. Dedicated to inspiring students to choose career paths in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM), MPS provides high-performing, STEM-focused public school options to historically underserved families within a supportive culture of excellence.

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