Educational Specialist - Mild/Moderate (Elementary) - 2026/2027 School Year

Educational Specialist - Mild/Moderate (Elementary) - 2026/2027 School Year at Bonsall Unified School District

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Application Deadline

4/30/2026 11:55 PM Pacific

Date Posted

4/10/2026

Contact

Meghann Cate

760-631-5200 1013

Number of Openings

2

Salary

Pay Range

$61,161.57 - $120,017.85 Annually

Add'l Salary Info

Certificated Salary Schedule - BUSD Accepts All Years of Service for Salary Schedule Placement

Length of Work Year

184 days/185 days New Members

Employment Type

Full Time

Job Summary

Job Summary

Special Educator, known as an Education Specialist, is a full-time position that reports to the Principal. The Education Specialist will work with a school site and will be responsible for managing the IEP caseload for students who require special education services as outlined in their IEPs. The role of the Education Specialist is to improve student outcomes through targeted academic and behavioral support.

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BONSALL UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

Position Description

Title: Educational Specialist- Mild / Moderate

Department: Special Education

Reports To: Principal/Director of Special Education

Under supervision of the Principal/Director of Special Education, this person is required to provide appropriate educational support to individuals with exceptional needs.

EDUCATION

Valid California Teaching Credential with Mild / Moderate Certification.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Provides a physical and emotional environment, which is conducive to learning
• Monitor progress in the Resource Specialist program and in the regular classroom of the individuals on a regular basis
• Utilize teaching methods which are varied, appropriate, flexible, stimulating, creative, democratic and which encourage independence, logical thinking and individual expression
• Maintains proper control and discipline in a positive manner by establishing good, wholesome rapport
• Attend Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings for all Resource students and others when appropriate
• Participate as a member of the IEP or Student Study Team (SST), when appropriate
• Conduct appropriate assessments for the identification and review of students with special needs
• Help parents to understand their child's academic abilities, including strengths and weaknesses
• Develop appropriate goals and objectives for IEPs aligned with the state standards
• Evaluate progress towards goals
• Provide services to students according to their IEP
• Function as a case manager for students on the caseload including developing the IEP
• Develop and maintain records for students on the caseload
• Attend site and district staff meetings
• Order equipment and materials for the Resource Program
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Provide clear communication about students, including strategies, to parents and general education students
• Maintain positive working relationships with staff members through collaboration, consultation and cooperation
• Other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE OF

Current best practices in Special Education

California State Curriculum Standards

Assessment tools and correct administration and interpretation

ABILITIES

Plan and deliver an effective instructional program; adapt the curriculum and materials to meet the individual needs of students; analyze and interpret test scores for the purpose of determining eligibility and individual goals; effectively communicate orally and in writing; ability to use computer software to assist the program; use proper English; understand and follow oral and written directions; establish and maintain effective cooperative working relationships with others; communicate well; keep all appropriate school-related information and knowledge confidential.

LICENSES / OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Valid California Teaching Credential

Mild / Moderate Certification

Experience and strong organizational skills are desirable

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Requirements / Qualifications

The following attachments are required to be considered for this position: - Resume - Letter of Introduction - Three (3) current letters of recommendation - Proof of valid California Educational Specialist credential with Mild/Moderate authorization - Copy of unofficial transcripts Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Upon offer of employment, the following will be required, at the District's expense: - Negative TB Test - Successful DOJ fingerprint/screening - Pre-employment Physical - Negative Drug Screen Employee-only District benefits are available to the selected candidate at no cost. BUSD will consider a university-sponsored intern credential and county-issued emergency credential, if necessary.

Requirements / Qualifications

The following attachments are required to be considered for this position: - Resume - Letter of Introduction - Three (3) current letters of recommendation - Proof of valid California Educational Specialist credential with Mild/Moderate authorization - Copy of unofficial transcripts Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Upon offer of employment, the following will be required, at the District's expense: - Negative TB Test - Successful DOJ fingerprint/screening - Pre-employment Physical - Negative Drug Screen Employee-only District benefits are available to the selected candidate at no cost. BUSD will consider a university-sponsored intern credential and county-issued emergency credential, if necessary.

Comments and Other Information

These vacancies are located at the following sites: - One (1) at Bonsall Elementary School - One (1) at Vivian Banks Charter School/District Office

Comments and Other Information

These vacancies are located at the following sites: - One (1) at Bonsall Elementary School - One (1) at Vivian Banks Charter School/District Office

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