Dean of Inclusive Education & SPED Leadership

Chalkbeat New York; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Chalkbeat New York is seeking a Principal or Vice Principal Dean of Inclusion to lead inclusive education and oversee SPED services for 4th–8th grade, ensuring MTSS implementation and compliance with state and federal requirements.

You will coordinate assessments, supervise the Inclusion Team and related staff, and report to the Head of School while partnering with families and teachers to promote student success.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in education with SPED certification in Colorado.
• Proficient with Google Workspace and SPED software (Enrich, Infinite Campus).
• Demonstrated effective organizational leadership in a school setting.
• Experience with special needs and gifted students.
• Administrative experience in a school setting.
• Knowledge of Colorado school law.
• Commitment to project-based learning.

Responsibilities

• supervises and evaluates the Inclusion Team and staff with feedback and improvement plans
• manages leave requests for direct reports
• leads SPED and MTSS for grades 4-8
• resolves problems among teachers, students, and parents overseeing SPED
• serves on the school leadership team
• prepares reports for Head of School, Board, CSI, and CDE
• ensures SPED policies meet federal and state requirements
• co-leads assessments (iReady, CMAS, GT) and SST
• collaborates with 6th-8th leaders on ALP plans and Student Led Conference goals

Skills

Reliability

Integrity

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Excellence

Education

Master's degree in education

SPED certification in Colorado

Tools

Google Workspace

Enrich

Infinite Campus

Job description

Chalkbeat New York is seeking a Principal or Vice Principal Dean of Inclusion to lead inclusive education and oversee SPED services for 4th–8th grade, ensuring MTSS implementation and compliance with state and federal requirements.

You will coordinate assessments, supervise the Inclusion Team and related staff, and report to the Head of School while partnering with families and teachers to promote student success.