Job Details
District Support Specialist
2026-04-30 Santa Maria-Bonita School District Santa Maria,CA
Description:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A minimum of three years' experience in a special education setting with knowledge and implementation of inclusion practices.
Master's Degree (Preferred); Bilingual/Multilingual preferred.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
An appropriate valid California Teaching Credential or Pupil Personnel Services Credential;
Possession of a valid California driver's license and availability of private transportation may be required for some positions in this job class (mileage expense allowance provided);
Inclusion certification training or equivalent (preferred).
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:
Ability to:
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT
Office and classroom environments; driving vehicle to conduct work visits; adverse weather conditions; fast paced work, constant interruptions; contact with dissatisfied individuals.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
With reasonable accommodations, if necessary, dexterity to operate a computer and other office equipment; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone and provide assistance to students and parents; seeing to read and write reports, and translate various materials; reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, kneeling, crouching or bending at the waist to retrieve or store files.
PERSONAL QUALITIES:
The Santa Maria-Bonita School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person's actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information,
immigration status, marital status, medical information, national origin, parental status, pregnancy status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
Santa Maria Bonita School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and reasonable accommodations are made under the Disability Act as required by law.
Position Type:
Teacher/District Specialist Support
Date Posted:
3/23/2026
Location:
Special Education
Closing Date:
03/06/2026
Department: Instructional Services
Work Year: 186 Days
Reports to: Director of Special Education
Classification: Certificated
Salary Range: Dependent upon Certification
Board Approval: 03/09/22
Santa Maria-Bonita School District
Title: District Support Specialist
BASIC FUNCTION
Under the supervision of the Director of Special Education, the District Support Specialist will work with site teams, through the central office, to support inclusion practices for students with disabilities. This includes a comprehensive program of instruction, social/emotional learning, and behavior model. This position will guide teams to ensure high quality instruction, social/emotional, behavioral, and adaptive skills support within the general education environment. The District Support Specialist provides best practice knowledge to sites through general education and special education collaboration support inclusion practices.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Incumbents may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to accurately reflect the principal job elements.)
Based on the curricular needs of the district's vision of grade level instruction for all students:
- Provide curriculum, lesson planning, social/emotional, behavioral, and adaptive skills training, modeling, and consultation support for site staff within the general education setting;
- Provide information to teachers, related service providers and instructional assistants who support students with disabilities in the general education environment. This may include, but is not limited to, IEP development, curriculum adaptation, behavior, student learning modalities and learning styles, and/or classroom accommodations/modifications;
- Support development of individual, site, community, and district-wide training to further integration and inclusion practices for all students;
- Participate in district-wide initiatives related to special education (e.g. peer mentoring, equity);
- Review and provide consultation regarding IEP development and compliance to support integration and inclusion practices based on individual student needs;
- Collect data related to student progress (academic and behavior), site compliance, and other data needs to support implementation of site-wide inclusion programs;
- Support development and purchasing of curriculum (core and supplemental), adapted materials, and content to support instruction;
- Act as a central and impartial resource among district administration and central office staff, educational area school site staff, parents, students and community members to assist in the resolution of a wide variety of complex, sensitive, and confidential issues;
- Maintain current knowledge of applicable provisions of federal, state, and district laws, rules and regulations;
- Facilitate and monitor the implementation of services provided to students served within special education programs;
- Provide support to site leaders in program development and innovation of special methods and approaches related to special education to ensure effective practices in instruction and compliance with federal and state laws;
- Support research and provide information to stakeholders on the various programs and services provided by the district;
- Participate in school site meetings related to inclusion; represent the district and or department at meetings;
- Assist in the development, evaluation, implementation, revision, and interpretation of policies, programs, and procedures;
- Coordinate and prepare material for department conferences, collaboratives, and study groups;
- Participate in the preparation, administration, and control of special projects activities;
- Plan and develop specialized program services delivery models in alignment with a continuum of services across all schools;
- Assist program managers in the establishment and implementation of policies and procedures for administering services for students served within special education programs, including extended school year programs;
- Provide mentorship for new teachers, interns, and other training positions for both certificated and classified staff;
- Serve as a liaison with community agencies; coordinate central intake for potential special education referrals from social community agencies as needed;
- Exercise sound judgment to ensure protection and confidentiality of all documents and information concerning parties involved in compliance with federal and state regulations and district policies and procedures;
- Perform related duties as assigned. ?
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A minimum of three years' experience in a special education setting with knowledge and implementation of inclusion practices.
Master's Degree (Preferred); Bilingual/Multilingual preferred.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
An appropriate valid California Teaching Credential or Pupil Personnel Services Credential;
Possession of a valid California driver's license and availability of private transportation may be required for some positions in this job class (mileage expense allowance provided);
Inclusion certification training or equivalent (preferred).
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:
- District, school site and program policies and procedures;
- Interpersonal skills which includes collaboration, tact, patience and courtesy;
- Knowledge of curriculum and common core state standards PK-6;
- Knowledge of IEP development through legally defensible and comprehensive IEPs;
- Rules and regulations of State and Federal Programs;
- Strong oral and communication skills;
- Special education local, state, and federal laws and guidelines;
- Applicable laws, codes, regulation, policies and procedures;
- Record-keeping and report preparation techniques;
- Operation of standard office equipment including a computer and assigned software.
Ability to:
- Communicate effectively orally and in writing;
- Plan work efficiently and effectively;
- Meet schedules and timelines;
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others;
- Provide in-services regarding language, speech, and communication to regular and special education staff;
- Learn District organization, operations, policies and objectives;
- Maintain records and prepare reports;
- Operate standard office equipment including a computer and assigned software;
- Maintain consistent, punctual and regular attendance;
- Move hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard;
- Hear and speak to exchange information;
- See to read a variety of materials.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT
Office and classroom environments; driving vehicle to conduct work visits; adverse weather conditions; fast paced work, constant interruptions; contact with dissatisfied individuals.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
With reasonable accommodations, if necessary, dexterity to operate a computer and other office equipment; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone and provide assistance to students and parents; seeing to read and write reports, and translate various materials; reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, kneeling, crouching or bending at the waist to retrieve or store files.
PERSONAL QUALITIES:
- Independent Worker
- Maturity and good judgment
- Neat and clean appearance
- Willingness to assume a wide range of responsibilities
- Willingness to learn new skills
- Willingness to continuously improve
- Pleasant interpersonal skills
- Good organizational skills
- Commitment to professional courtesy
- Belief in high standards
- Commitment to professional responsibility
- High intrinsic motivation
The Santa Maria-Bonita School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person's actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information,
immigration status, marital status, medical information, national origin, parental status, pregnancy status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
Santa Maria Bonita School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and reasonable accommodations are made under the Disability Act as required by law.