Director of Special Education

Director of Special Education at Whittier City School District Print Application Deadline 6/7/2026 4:30 PM Pacific Date Posted 5/27/2026 Contact Christina Patini ... Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $141,335 - $164,809 Annually Length of Work Year 212 Employment Type Full Time About the Employer Welcome to the Whittier City School District, a Transitional Kindergarten through 8th grade school district with eight elementary schools, two middle schools, one K-8 school, and two virtual learning academies. We serve approximately 6,300 students who matriculate into the Whittier Union High School District. Whittier City School District offers advanced technology programs, including 1:1 devices, Apple TV, and innovative instruction to support all students. Whittier City School District is one of seven local districts that join together in a Special Education Cooperative (SELPA) serving Whittier area special needs students. The Board and community support the Visual and Performing Arts, including music and art teachers at every school. Whittier puts "Students First. Every Decision - Every Day. View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications Pupil Personnel Credential or Special Ed. Credential California Administrative Services Credential Master's degree in counseling, educational psychology, special education or educational administration Minimum of five years of teaching experience with special education services or equivalent (see job description for full requirements) Transcripts of graduate coursework Copy of Transcript ((Graduate Coursework)) Credential Copy Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation Resume Requirements / Qualifications Pupil Personnel Credential or Special Ed. Credential California Administrative Services Credential Master's degree in counseling, educational psychology, special education or educational administration Minimum of five years of teaching experience with special education services or equivalent (see job description for full requirements) Transcripts of graduate coursework Copy of Transcript ((Graduate Coursework)) Credential Copy Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation Resume Links Related To This Job 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