Director, Special Education 26/27 School Year

Director, Special Education 26/27 School Year at Pajaro Valley Unified School District Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 4/21/2026 Contact Anna Brinkman ... 2655 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay dependent on experience Add'l Salary Info $133,635-$159,567 Plus $3,675 Masters Stipend Plus $1,200 Cell Phone Stipend Length of Work Year 222 Days/Year Employment Type Full Time Location District Office Status Open Job Summary Job Summary The Director provides strategic leadership, oversight, and direction for districtwide planning, coordination, and implementation of cross-departmental initiatives that advance the District's instructional, operational, and student-support priorities. This position is not tied to a single department and functions as a system-level leadership role, ensuring alignment, coherence, effective execution of Board priorities, the LCAP, and Superintendent - directed initiatives. Under the direction of the Executive Director or designee, the Director leads complex initiatives, facilitates collaboration across departments and school sites, and supports executive leadership and the Board of Trustees through analysis, reporting, and strategic recommendations. Position begins July 1, 2026 View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications Materials Valid California Administrative Services Credential Valid California Teaching Credential ELA authorization (CLAD or equivalent) Completed EdJoin application Cover Letter (3) Three letters of recommendation, (1) One from current supervisor; all within the last 2 years. Current Resume Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required; Master's degree or advanced degree preferred. Valid administrative and/or supervisory credential preferred. Teaching credential and classroom experience preferred. Minimum of five (5) years of experience in educational leadership, district-level program management, or a related field. Experience working at both the site and district level preferred. Requirements / Qualifications Materials Valid California Administrative Services Credential Valid California Teaching Credential ELA authorization (CLAD or equivalent) Completed EdJoin application Cover Letter (3) Three letters of recommendation, (1) One from current supervisor; all within the last 2 years. Current Resume Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required; Master's degree or advanced degree preferred. Valid administrative and/or supervisory credential preferred. Teaching credential and classroom experience preferred. Minimum of five (5) years of experience in educational leadership, district-level program management, or a related field. Experience working at both the site and district level preferred. Links Related To This Job Commission on Teacher Credentialing District Salary Schedules View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators ADD TO WISHLIST VIEW JOB WISHLIST APPLY (Current Employees ONLY) APPLY QUICK APPLY