Assistant Director, Special Education Leadership

Pueblo School District No 60; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pueblo School District No 60 seeks an Assistant Director of Exceptional Student Services to provide guidance and leadership to the ESS team and district. The role supports students with disabilities from preschool to 21, guiding programs, compliance, and service delivery across schools.

Collaborates with principals, ESS Coordinators, and district leaders to develop staffing plans, budgets, and professional development.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education or related field is required.
• Colorado Director of Special Education license or eligibility at time of hire.
• Five or more years of experience in administration related to special education.
• Experience with ESS across prek-12 settings is preferred.
• English communication skills (oral and written) are essential.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with ESS leadership to plan, monitor, and evaluate programs for students with disabilities (0–21).
• Assist in development, implementation, and coordination of district ESS services and programs.
• Develop annual staffing plans and department budgets.
• Interpret and apply local, state, and federal regulations for services to students with disabilities.
• Oversee IEP development and ensure high-quality instruction progress across sites.
• Support in Child Find processes, referrals, evaluations, and placements.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Policy knowledge

IEP knowledge

Budget management

Staff development

Conflict resolution

Collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's Degree in Education

Colorado Director of Special Education License or eligibility

Job description

Pueblo School District No 60 seeks an Assistant Director of Exceptional Student Services to provide guidance and leadership to the ESS team and district. The role supports students with disabilities from preschool to 21, guiding programs, compliance, and service delivery across schools.

Collaborates with principals, ESS Coordinators, and district leaders to develop staffing plans, budgets, and professional development.