(1.0) Program Specialist - Livonia Public Schools : Job Details

Position Type: Special Education Date Posted: 4/23/2025 Location: Central Office - Student Services Date Available: 2025-26 school year Closing Date: Until filled POSITION: The Livonia Public Schools is seeking a Program Specialist for K-12 special education programs. The Program Specialist will support district-wide leadership for effective program implementation and be responsible for supporting and monitoring programs and services to assure compliance with state and federal mandates. The diverse nature of programs and services coordinated will require ongoing planning and collaboration with Directors, building administrators, and leadership staff within the student services department. The program specialist will facilitate transition and wraparound services for students with complex needs, including making connections to community agencies and resources. DISTRICT OVERVIEW: Livonia Public Schools employs approximately 1,900 staff members, serving approximately 13,300 students pre-K - post secondary. There are 15 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, 1 career technical center, 1 early childhood center, and 1 vocational and transition center in the school district. The annual budget for Livonia Public Schools is $175 million, with a state funding of $9,608 per pupil. BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH LIVONIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS: Newly hired public school employees are eligible for a traditional pension and tax-deferred retirement savings accounts with an employer matching contribution. The pension component guarantees you monthly retirement benefit payments over your lifetime once you meet age and service requirements. Additionally, as a new public-school employee, you will be automatically enrolled in a Personal Healthcare Fund (PHF), which is a portable, tax-deferred investment account that can be used to pay for healthcare expenses in retirement. Livonia Public Schools will contribute a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 2% you contribute. As an employee of Livonia Public Schools, you will be a part of a team working together in a positive work climate and a culture of mutual respect to support the successful education of children. Beyond the satisfaction of knowing you're helping thousands of students grow and learn, you will also have the satisfaction of knowing you are a team member with Livonia Public Schools, which means you will have the following perks of employment available to you:

• Medical insurance, including prescription drug coverage:
  • The district's contribution is the maximum allowed by Michigan law.
  • Family coverage eligibility for employees working 30 hours or more per week.
  • Single coverage eligibility for employees working 20 hours but less than 30 per week.
  • Optional cash in lieu of medical insurance for those who qualify.
• Dental, vision, and life insurance:
  • The district pays 100% of the premium for all employees.
• Long-term disability coverage:
  • The district pays 100% of the premium for employees working 20 hours or more per week.
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and their eligible family members.
  • Completely confidential, short-term counseling service that utilizes a practical approach toward problem resolution and is available 7 days a week, with no cost to the employee..
• Longevity pay.
• Paid act of God days, such as snow days.

Additionally, the children of employees living outside the district's attendance boundaries are eligible to attend Livonia Public Schools via schools of choice. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The following is a list of minimum qualifications for this position, any one of which may be waived by the Administration in exercising its prerogative to determine qualifications.

• Master's degree in an area of Special Education with at least 5 years' experience
• Experience with Wayne RESA County programs: especially ASD and MOCI
• Competency with FBA, BIP and Emergency Intervention Plan development and implementation
• Knowledge at the evaluation and analysis levels of MARSE and IDEA rules and regulations
• Training in, and experience with, effective instructional strategies and behavioral interventions
• including Essential Elements, PBIS and Trauma Informed Care Demonstrated ability and experience in working cooperatively with others including staff, teachers, students and resident district staff
• Experience working with community agencies including employment, transition and wrap around services
• Previous leadership experience is preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITES: The following responsibilities are intended to be illustrative of the major functions of this position and are not comprehensive:

• Creates and contributes to a welcoming and positive climate and culture
• Exhibits a commitment to the District's Shared Vision and Collective Commitments
• Provides support to programs, staff, and parents in evaluating student educational needs in the least restrictive environment and in modifying or selecting programs and activities to meet these needs
• Provides support for staff development activities, community-based work sites and curriculum development
• Provides assistance to coordinators, building administrators and other leadership staff in the development of programs, refinement of procedures, and entry/exit criteria for center-based programs
• Initiates and maintains effective parent and community relationships
• Demonstrates skills necessary to develop a collaborative relationship with local and county consultants
• Demonstrates ability in the development of behavior plans
• Provides guidance with Wayne County special education programming
• Liaisons with neighboring districts to coordinate services
• Coordinates county applications for budget deviations
• Develops and supports professional development and program meetings
• Provides instructional coaching on the use of the Essential Elements/Career Education
• Collaborates on BIP's, FBA's, Trauma Informed Care, Emergency Intervention Plans, and CPI experience and training
• Executes other duties assumes other responsibilities as assigned by building/program administrator
• Provide coaching on community outreach/agency support for student preparing to transition out of school
• Develop performance outcome standards for work/life skills
• Develop relationships with community partners

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: The work year, salary, and fringe benefits will be consistent with the current agreement between the Board of Education and the Livonia Education Association. This posting will remain open until qualified candidate is selected. APPLICATIONS: All applicants, including current LPS employees, must complete and submit an application through Applitrack which can be accessed through the Livonia Public Schools webpage. All applicants must also upload a cover letter, professional resume, copies of educational documents (transcripts/certificates), and three current letters of recommendation to their online application. The Livonia Public Schools School District prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or transgender status), national origin, age, height, weight, marital status, handicap, or disability in any of its educational programs or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or transgender status), national origin, age, height, weight, and marital status-Director of Human Resources, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) ###-####. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on handicap or disability-Director of Student Services, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) ###-####. Attachment(s):

• Program Specialist.docx