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VALLEJO CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Human Resources
665 Walnut Avenue, Vallejo, CA 94592
Special Education Program Manager:
Title: Program Manager
Reports To: Executive Director of Special Education
Department: Special Education
Work Year: 210 Days per year
Classification: Certificated Management
Salary: See Certificated Management Salary Schedule
Date Approved: October 2022
DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:
Under the direct supervision of the Director of Special Education/SELPA, the Coordinator plans, directs, coordinates, and performs complex duties related to operating programs for students with exceptional needs in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations. Program coordinator shall possess specialized in-depth knowledge of and be experienced in providing services for disabling conditions as described in IDEA. Primary duties include interaction with district administrators, teachers, students and parents/care providers to support and facilitate the development and maintenance of quality services to disabled children and adolescents.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
- Coordinates the development and implementation of IEPs in district special education programs.
- Reviews IEPs for quality standards with the special education staff. Assures that legal and due process requirements are met in eligibility and placement determinations.
- Coordinates placements of special education students.
- Coordinates special education staff development within the district and SELPA.
- Observe, consult with and assist resource specialist, special class teacher, designated instruction and services, personnel and other specialist.
- Plan programs, coordinate curricular resources and evaluate effectiveness of programs for students with exceptional needs.
- Coordinate, schedule and chair individualized education plan (IEP) meetings and ensure that reviews and reassessments are completed.
- Demonstrate effective communication skills.
- Develop and coordinate programs in specialized area(s) of expertise.
- Assist site administrators in supervising and evaluating teachers of concern.
- Assure district awareness that students with exceptional needs have full educational opportunities.
- Assure compliance with federal and state laws pertaining to special education.
- Inform, explain and answer questions regarding federal and state laws pertaining to special education.
- Function as a cooperative and contributing member of a dynamic special education and district management team.
- Provide in-service training in the area of department policies and procedures and in the area(s) of expertise.
- Plan, organize and prioritize work activities, collect data and prepare required District/SELPA reports.
- Attend staff and District meetings as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Must possess and maintain a valid California Administrative Credential.
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in education (including at least two in Special Education). Experience in supervising special education staff desired.
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:
- Federal and state laws pertaining to individuals with exceptional needs.
- The purpose and function of the local plan for special education.
- Policies and procedures involving the identification, assessment, review/reassessment and individualized program planning for individuals with exceptional needs.
- Technical aspects of area(s) of expertise.
- Effective principals and practices of supervision and evaluation.
- Parental rights and due process procedures.
- Assessment tools and methods for evaluating students with exceptional needs.
- Behavior intervention techniques and strategies.
- A variety of instructional strategies and methods.
- Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
- Mediation techniques used in working with difficult personalities and situations.
Ability to:
- Work independently with high flexibility.
- Prepare and maintain files and other materials.
- Work well under pressure and with a variety of individuals; parent/guardians, clients, employers and various supporting agencies.
- Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer terminal.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT: School Sites. Valid California Driver’s License required.
Physical Requirements:
Frequency Key; None (1) Occasional - up to 25% of shift (2); Intermittently - up to 50% of shift (3); Frequently — up to 75% of shift (4)
Activity Frequency
Bend: 2
Lift/carry: (0-10 lbs) 3
Twist: 2
Lift/carry: (11-25 lbs) 3
Squat: 2
Lift/carry: (26-40 lbs) 2
Kneel: 2
Lift/carry: (41-100 lbs) 1
Climb: 2
Stand: 4
Reach above shoulder: 3
Walk: 4
Grip/Grasp: 4
Sit: 4
Extend/Flex Neck: 3
Drive: 4
Use Right Hand: 4
Perform Repetitive Hand Motions: 4
Use Left Hand: 4
Keyboarding/Mouse Work: 4
Ability to See: 4
Ability to Hear: 4
THE VALLEJO CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and in compliance with federal and state laws, does not discriminate in any employment practice on the basis of age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, national origin, political or union affiliation, physical or mental disability, race, religion, sexual orientation or sex. The District is in compliance with ADA requirements.
INTRODUCTION
VALLEJO CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Human Resources
665 Walnut Avenue, Vallejo, CA 94592
Special Education Program Manager:
Title: Program Manager
Reports To: Executive Director of Special Education
Department: Special Education
Work Year: 210 Days per year
Classification: Certificated Management
Salary: See Certificated Management Salary Schedule
Date Approved: October 2022
DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:
Under the direct supervision of the Director of Special Education/SELPA, the Coordinator plans, directs, coordinates, and performs complex duties related to operating programs for students with exceptional needs in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations. Program coordinator shall possess specialized in-depth knowledge of and be experienced in providing services for disabling conditions as described in IDEA. Primary duties include interaction with district administrators, teachers, students and parents/care providers to support and facilitate the development and maintenance of quality services to disabled children and adolescents.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
- Coordinates the development and implementation of IEPs in district special education programs.
- Reviews IEPs for quality standards with the special education staff. Assures that legal and due process requirements are met in eligibility and placement determinations.
- Coordinates placements of special education students.
- Coordinates special education staff development within the district and SELPA.
- Observe, consult with and assist resource specialist, special class teacher, designated instruction and services, personnel and other specialist.
- Plan programs, coordinate curricular resources and evaluate effectiveness of programs for students with exceptional needs.
- Coordinate, schedule and chair individualized education plan (IEP) meetings and ensure that reviews and reassessments are completed.
- Demonstrate effective communication skills.
- Develop and coordinate programs in specialized area(s) of expertise.
- Assist site administrators in supervising and evaluating teachers of concern.
- Assure district awareness that students with exceptional needs have full educational opportunities.
- Assure compliance with federal and state laws pertaining to special education.
- Inform, explain and answer questions regarding federal and state laws pertaining to special education.
- Function as a cooperative and contributing member of a dynamic special education and district management team.
- Provide in-service training in the area of department policies and procedures and in the area(s) of expertise.
- Plan, organize and prioritize work activities, collect data and prepare required District/SELPA reports.
- Attend staff and District meetings as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Must possess and maintain a valid California Administrative Credential.
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in education (including at least two in Special Education). Experience in supervising special education staff desired.
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:
- Federal and state laws pertaining to individuals with exceptional needs.
- The purpose and function of the local plan for special education.
- Policies and procedures involving the identification, assessment, review/reassessment and individualized program planning for individuals with exceptional needs.
- Technical aspects of area(s) of expertise.
- Effective principals and practices of supervision and evaluation.
- Parental rights and due process procedures.
- Assessment tools and methods for evaluating students with exceptional needs.
- Behavior intervention techniques and strategies.
- A variety of instructional strategies and methods.
- Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
- Mediation techniques used in working with difficult personalities and situations.
Ability to:
- Work independently with high flexibility.
- Prepare and maintain files and other materials.
- Work well under pressure and with a variety of individuals; parent/guardians, clients, employers and various supporting agencies.
- Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer terminal.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT: School Sites. Valid California Driver’s License required.
Physical Requirements:
Frequency Key; None (1) Occasional - up to 25% of shift (2); Intermittently - up to 50% of shift (3); Frequently — up to 75% of shift (4)
Activity Frequency
Bend: 2
Lift/carry: (0-10 lbs) 3
Twist: 2
Lift/carry: (11-25 lbs) 3
Squat: 2
Lift/carry: (26-40 lbs) 2
Kneel: 2
Lift/carry: (41-100 lbs) 1
Climb: 2
Stand: 4
Reach above shoulder: 3
Walk: 4
Grip/Grasp: 4
Sit: 4
Extend/Flex Neck: 3
Drive: 4
Use Right Hand: 4
Perform Repetitive Hand Motions: 4
Use Left Hand: 4
Keyboarding/Mouse Work: 4
Ability to See: 4
Ability to Hear: 4
THE VALLEJO CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and in compliance with federal and state laws, does not discriminate in any employment practice on the basis of age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, national origin, political or union affiliation, physical or mental disability, race, religion, sexual orientation or sex. The District is in compliance with ADA requirements.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Education Program Manager
Confirm the role qualifies as a specialty occupation
Education Program Manager positions qualify for H-1B sponsorship when they require a specific bachelor's degree, not just any degree. Roles at universities, nonprofits, and edtech companies tend to meet this standard more consistently than generalist program management roles.
Target employers with a track record of sponsorship
Universities, school districts, edtech companies, and federally funded nonprofits sponsor Education Program Managers far more often than private sector employers. Filtering by sponsorship history before applying saves significant time and improves your odds of reaching offer stage.
Align your degree field with the job description
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree directly relates to the role. A degree in education, curriculum design, instructional technology, or public policy strengthens your petition. Generic business degrees with no educational focus can draw a Request for Evidence.
Highlight program scale and measurable outcomes
Employers sponsoring Education Program Managers want evidence of impact. Document the number of participants served, grant amounts managed, and measurable learning outcomes. Concrete metrics make your petition stronger and help employers justify the sponsorship investment internally.
Ask about sponsorship policy before the final interview round
Many education organizations sponsor selectively, depending on budget cycles and HR capacity. Asking directly after an initial screen, rather than at the offer stage, filters out employers who won't sponsor and avoids wasting weeks in a process that cannot result in an offer.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
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Find Education Program Manager JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does an Education Program Manager role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS generally considers Education Program Manager a specialty occupation when the employer requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as education, instructional design, or public policy. Roles where any degree is acceptable regardless of field are more likely to face scrutiny or receive a Request for Evidence.
Which visa types are most common for Education Program Managers?
The H-1B is the most common path, particularly for candidates already in the U.S. on OPT or CPT. The O-1A is an option for candidates with documented national recognition, such as published curriculum research or federal grant leadership. The EB-2 NIW can apply if your work has broad national educational impact, though it requires a stronger evidentiary record.
What degree do I need for an employer to sponsor my visa in this role?
Most sponsoring employers require at least a bachelor's degree in education, curriculum and instruction, public policy, nonprofit management, or a closely related field. A master's degree is common at universities and federally funded organizations. If your degree is in an unrelated field, some employers will accept equivalent experience under the three-years-of-experience-per-year-of-education rule, but this requires explicit documentation.
Are education nonprofits and universities realistic sponsoring employers?
Yes, and they are among the most reliable. Universities are often cap-exempt for H-1B purposes, meaning they can file at any time of year without entering the lottery. Nonprofits affiliated with higher education or government research may also qualify for cap-exempt status. This significantly improves your chances compared to for-profit employers subject to the annual H-1B cap and lottery.
How do I find Education Program Manager jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
The most efficient approach is to search specifically for employers with a verified sponsorship history rather than applying broadly and hoping. Migrate Mate lists Education Program Manager roles from employers who have sponsored visas before, so you can filter by sponsorship from the start. This avoids spending weeks in hiring processes at organizations that do not have the infrastructure or intent to sponsor.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Education Program Manager jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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