Special Olympics Northern California & Nevada (SONC/SONV) improves the quality of life for people with intellectual disabilities, such as Down Syndrome and Autism, by providing them with year-round sports training and competition opportunities. Our 23,925 Special Olympics athletes participate in 14 different sports, cultivating a variety of life skills and accessing services that improve their health. Through our community-based sports programs and our schools partnership programs, our athletes and their families develop a supportive network that last a lifetime!
Job Title: Area Manager, Schools Partnership Program
Report to: Senior Director, Schools Partnership Program
Location: Pleasant Hill Headquarters
Job Duties:
The Special Olympics Schools Partnership Program (SPP) is a unique education program offered in grades Pre K through Transition (ages 18-22). We partner with schools, districts, county office of education and other agencies to offer Unified Champion School programs, which combine students with and without disabilities in sports training, competition, leagues, and inclusive activities at their schools throughout the school year. The program unifies students with and without disabilities through sports and whole school engagement. These activities educate students and provide them with the skills necessary to develop sustainable school communities that promote inclusion, acceptance and respect for all students.