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Date Posted 3/30/2025 Contact Dr. Chemene Hooker-Henry(510) 936-5587 Number of Openings 1 Salary Add'l Salary Info Base Salary per month: $7,739.00 - $10,679.00 Recruitment & Retention per month: $400.00 Total Salary per month: $8,139.00 - $11,079.00 Annual Salary: $97,668.00 - $132,978.00 Length of Work Year 209 Days (Academic Year) Employment Type Full Time View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications
The Diagnostic Center, Central California (DCC) is accepting applications for the position of Education Specialist. The individual selected to fill this position will participate as a member of a transdisciplinary assessment team and work with some of California’s most complex and challenging students. Primary job duties include the evaluation and diagnosis of a wide range of learning and behavioral disorders. In conjunction with providing high quality diagnostic assessment services, the Education Specialist provides recommendations for specific, practical, evidence-based interventions and strategies based on the team’s findings. In addition, the Education Specialist will have opportunities to provide professional development opportunities to educators, service providers, and parents on topics related to learning, behavior and interventions at various local, regional and statewide educational trainings and conferences.
Minimum Qualifications • California Education Specialist Instruction Credential or other appropriate specialist credential • Master’s Degree in Special Education or related field • Minimum 5 years of experience providing special education services in public schools • Outstanding diagnostic skills in all aspects of the student assessment process (i.e., testing, parent and teacher interviewing, developing rapport with challenging students, etc.) • Excellent analytical and written language skills • Extensive experience in assessment and interventions serving students with a variety of disabling conditions (e.g., learning disabilities, intellectual disability, autism, severe emotional disturbance, communication disorders, physical disabilities, medically fragile, etc.) • Knowledge and experience working with students who have disabilities ranging from mild to severe • Knowledge and experience in assessment and interventions serving students with disabilities who are also English Language Learners • Ability to work flexibly and cooperatively as part of a transdisciplinary assessment team and routinely complete assignments within pre-established timelines • Ability to present assessment findings and implications in a clear and sensitive manner to parents and school district personnel at post-assessment conferences • Valid driver’s license and ability to participate and travel throughout the DCC’s catchment area (13 counties), including overnight stays as needed
Requirements / QualificationsThe Diagnostic Center, Central California (DCC) is accepting applications for the position of Education Specialist. The individual selected to fill this position will participate as a member of a transdisciplinary assessment team and work with some of California’s most complex and challenging students. Primary job duties include the evaluation and diagnosis of a wide range of learning and behavioral disorders. In conjunction with providing high quality diagnostic assessment services, the Education Specialist provides recommendations for specific, practical, evidence-based interventions and strategies based on the team’s findings. In addition, the Education Specialist will have opportunities to provide professional development opportunities to educators, service providers, and parents on topics related to learning, behavior and interventions at various local, regional and statewide educational trainings and conferences.
Minimum Qualifications • California Education Specialist Instruction Credential or other appropriate specialist credential • Master’s Degree in Special Education or related field • Minimum 5 years of experience providing special education services in public schools • Outstanding diagnostic skills in all aspects of the student assessment process (i.e., testing, parent and teacher interviewing, developing rapport with challenging students, etc.) • Excellent analytical and written language skills • Extensive experience in assessment and interventions serving students with a variety of disabling conditions (e.g., learning disabilities, intellectual disability, autism, severe emotional disturbance, communication disorders, physical disabilities, medically fragile, etc.) • Knowledge and experience working with students who have disabilities ranging from mild to severe • Knowledge and experience in assessment and interventions serving students with disabilities who are also English Language Learners • Ability to work flexibly and cooperatively as part of a transdisciplinary assessment team and routinely complete assignments within pre-established timelines • Ability to present assessment findings and implications in a clear and sensitive manner to parents and school district personnel at post-assessment conferences • Valid driver’s license and ability to participate and travel throughout the DCC’s catchment area (13 counties), including overnight stays as needed
Comments and Other Information Submit the following required documents: • Diagnostic Center Central California Faculty Application • Resume and Letter of Intent • Copy of transcript(s) including Master’s Degree in related Special Education field (upon hire, original transcripts are required) • Three Letter(s) of Recommendation (At least one recommendation must be from current or former supervisor. Letters of Recommendation can be submitted later) • Attached Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) public view of credential status or credential copy Submit the completed application packet via email or mail to: Dr. Chemene Hooker-Henry, Director - Human Resources CA Dept. of Education – California School for the Blind CA Dept. of Education State Special Schools Services Division – Diagnostic Centers 500 Walnut Avenue Fremont, CA 94536 chhenry@csb-cde.ca.gov Websites: https://www.dcc-cde.ca.gov/ The following documents can be found on Diagnostic Center Central’s website: • Education Specialist (Teacher Specialist) Job Announcement • Diagnostic Center Central California Faculty Application Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources website, www.calhr.ca.gov and the California Public Employees Retirement System website www.calpers.ca.gov From employee pensions managed by the CalPERS to health, dental, and vision plans, state employment offers you many benefits. The Savings Plus Program provides additional opportunities to save for retirement with 401(k) and 457 Plans. CalSTRS is only applicable if you are currently in the CalSTRS system and wish to remain in their retirement system. The State of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Comments and Other InformationSubmit the following required documents: • Diagnostic Center Central California Faculty Application • Resume and Letter of Intent • Copy of transcript(s) including Master’s Degree in related Special Education field (upon hire, original transcripts are required) • Three Letter(s) of Recommendation (At least one recommendation must be from current or former supervisor. Letters of Recommendation can be submitted later) • Attached Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) public view of credential status or credential copy Submit the completed application packet via email or mail to: Dr. Chemene Hooker-Henry, Director - Human Resources CA Dept. of Education – California School for the Blind CA Dept. of Education State Special Schools Services Division – Diagnostic Centers 500 Walnut Avenue Fremont, CA 94536 chhenry@csb-cde.ca.gov Websites: https://www.dcc-cde.ca.gov/ The following documents can be found on Diagnostic Center Central’s website: • Education Specialist (Teacher Specialist) Job Announcement • Diagnostic Center Central California Faculty Application Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources website, www.calhr.ca.gov and the California Public Employees Retirement System website www.calpers.ca.gov From employee pensions managed by the CalPERS to health, dental, and vision plans, state employment offers you many benefits. The Savings Plus Program provides additional opportunities to save for retirement with 401(k) and 457 Plans. CalSTRS is only applicable if you are currently in the CalSTRS system and wish to remain in their retirement system. The State of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Links Related To This Job Diagnostic Center, Central - Job Opportunities 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