Assistant Director, Early Learning Special Education

IU9; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Seneca Highlands Intermediate Nine is seeking an Assistant Director of Special Education for Early Learning to lead the Preschool Early Intervention program for ages 3 to 5. The role oversees classrooms and itinerant EI staff, partners with PA Pre-K Counts and Head Start, and ensures compliance with state and federal requirements.

The position requires a Master's in Education with a PA Supervisory certificate (or Principal certificate), plus at least five years in special education.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education required.
• Active PA Supervisor of Special Education certificate or Principal certificate.
• Minimum of five years teaching experience in special education.

Responsibilities

• Provide program leadership for Preschool Early Intervention for 3–5 year-olds, including classrooms and itinerant services.
• Supervise EI teachers, itinerant staff, paraprofessionals, and related service providers; participate in recruitment and hiring.
• Lead curriculum, instruction, assessment, and progress monitoring for preschool programs; promote inclusive practices.
• Build partnerships with families and with Head Start, PA Pre-K Counts, child care providers, and community agencies.
• Respond to urgent situations, perform other duties as assigned by the Director/Executive Director.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Communication

Program management

Collaboration

Curriculum guidance

Education

Master's degree in Education

Pennsylvania Supervisor of Special Education certificate

Principal certificate

Tools

PELICAN

Job description

Seneca Highlands Intermediate Nine is seeking an Assistant Director of Special Education for Early Learning to lead the Preschool Early Intervention program for ages 3 to 5. The role oversees classrooms and itinerant EI staff, partners with PA Pre-K Counts and Head Start, and ensures compliance with state and federal requirements.

The position requires a Master's in Education with a PA Supervisory certificate (or Principal certificate), plus at least five years in special education.