Assistant Department Head - Special Education

Young World Physical Education; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Newton, Massachusetts is seeking an Assistant Department Head for Special Education. This full-time role requires a Master's Degree, Massachusetts DESE licensure, and a minimum of three years of administrative experience. You will provide leadership in special education, supervising staff and ensuring the development of individual education programs. Excellent organizational and communication skills are essential. Contact Henry Turner at [e-mail] for inquiries.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or higher in education administration, special education or related field.
• Massachusetts DESE licensure as an Administrator and Special Educator.
• Three or more years of experience as an administrator.

Responsibilities

• Organize, supervise and evaluate special education staff members.
• Supervise the development of individual education programs for special education students.
• Assist the department head with day-to-day problems.

Skills

Leadership in special education

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Technology use

Education

Master’s Degree in education administration or related field

Massachusetts DESE licensure as an Administrator and Special Educator

Job description

Assistant Department Head - Special Education

Newton Public Schools Newton North High School - Newton, Massachusetts (Open in Google Maps)

This job is also posted in Newton Public Schools (MA)

Job Details

Job ID: 5687044

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

Department: Special Education

Job Title: Assistant Department Head for Special Education

FLSA Status: Exempt; Unit B

Reports to: Department Head

The Assistant Department Head provides special education leadership, including overall insight of staff and programming at the high school.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or higher in education administration, special education or related field
• Massachusetts DESE licensure as an Administrator and Special Educator
• Three or more years of experience as an administrator
• Demonstrated knowledge of special education regulations
• Thorough understanding of achievement assessments and ability to administer and/or interpret them
• Ability to effectively supervise, evaluate, coach and mentor teachers, aides, counselors and specialists
• Ability to handle multitude of varying and complex issues
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to use technology effectively
• Demonstrated organizational skills

Desired Qualifications

• Experience supervising and/or working with special education staff
• Experience working in a large school district
• Innovative approach to programming

Essential Job Duties (Not Limited To)

• Organize, supervise and evaluate special education staff members
• Supervise the development of individual education programs for special education students
• Attend special education meetings
• Assist the department head in the handing of day-to-day problems that arise within the department
• Assist in scheduling special education supports
• Assist in scheduling special education meetings
• Monitor and provide appropriate consultation services for the department
• Other duties as needed

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Work Environment: Majority of work is performed in a school/classroom environment. The noise level in the environment is usually moderate.

Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the teacher is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, talk, and hear. The teacher is regularly required to bend, stoop, crouch and/or kneel. The teacher is occasionally required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Must have sufficient mobility to navigate within a large school building.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Henry Turner, Principal
• Newton North High School
• Email: [e-mail]