BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
The program specialist, under the direction of the Director of Special Education, will provide
consultative, support and advisory services to teachers, parents, administrators, and staff in the implementation,
development and operation of programs for special education students from Preschool through adult education. The
program specialist will be knowledgeable in special education curricula, procedures and law, including eligibility criteria
and the identification, placement and review process. The program specialist will also be familiar with K-12 curriculum,
state frameworks, staff development, and behavior interventions.

• A Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university required
• A minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching experience in a special education setting
• Experience serving in a supervisory role desirable
• A valid California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License
• Valid Special Education Teaching Credential or Pupil Personnel Services Credential Or OT License
• California Administrative Credential preferred. Valid California Administrative credential completed within three (3) years of employment.

About Hemet Unified School District

There are approximately 22,500 students in the K-12 schools of the Hemet Unified School District. Hemet is located approximately 90 miles southeast of Los Angeles, 80 miles northeast of San Diego and 40 miles from Palm Springs.

Connections working at Hemet Unified School District