Job Summary

Under the direction of the assigned supervisor, the Program Specialist-Continuous Improvement and
Accountability, leads the design and implementation of integrated, system-level services, planning,
organizing, and coordinating supports that strengthen district and charter school capacity to improve
student outcomes through continuous improvement.

The Program Specialist provides coaching, technical assistance, and professional learning aligned to Improvement Science, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), including but not limited to Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) development, and Differentiated Assistance (DA).

Program Specialists are eligible to receive a $2,500 annual stipend for a doctorate degree, provided official documentation is submitted.

Requirements / Qualifications

Comments and Other Information

EXAMINATION PROCEDURES:
Following the final filing date, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an in-person panel interview tentatively scheduled for September 18, 2026. Scheduled dates are subject to change as deemed necessary by Human Resources.

Candidates will be invited over email, using the email supplied within their EdJoin.org applications. Therefore, it is recommended that candidates check their email at least daily.

HEALTH, WELFARE, AND OTHER BENEFITS:
The Santa Clara County Office of Education takes pride in offering a benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our employees. We provide eligible employees with valuable benefits options including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  
• Employee Health and Wellness Program, including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources
  
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
  
• California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) or California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
  
• 403b or 457 Retirement Accounts
  
• Paid Vacation
  
• Paid Sick Leave
  
• 16 Paid Holidays (including 2 floating holidays)
  
• Tuition Reimbursement

Benefit and Retirement information may vary depending on the bargaining unit. Full-time employees (30 hrs.+/ weekly) are offered free dental and vision coverage for themselves and eligible dependents. Most medical plans are offered at no cost to employees and their eligible dependents. For more information, please visit our benefits page: Employee Benefits.

RECRUITMENT CONTACT
For questions about the position or recruitment process, please contact:
HR Recruitment
(408) 453-6848
[email protected]