Director of Special Education and Student Support Services

Mt. Lebanon School District; Mt. Lebanon (PA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Liability insurance

Paid time off

Academic reimbursement

Job summary

Mt. Lebanon School District seeks a Director of Special Education and Student Support Services for a full-time, on-site, 12-month role with a competitive salary based on experience and comprehensive benefits.

The director leads districtwide special education, student support, and health services, ensuring compliant, equitable, high-quality programs for students. Qualifications include PDE PK-12 administrator certification (or Supervisor of Special Education PK-12) and at least five years in

Qualifications

• Active PK-12 administrator certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Education or active Supervisor of Special Education PK-12 certification.
• Minimum five years of special education classroom experience.
• Minimum five years of supervisory/administrative experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide districtwide leadership, management, supervision, coordination, and oversight of special education, student support, and health services programs.
• Ensure equitable, high‑quality, evidence‑based programs and services to support academics, social‑emotional development, behavior, health, safety, and well‑being.
• Collaborate with families, staff, administrators, community agencies, health care providers, and partners to coordinate supports and promote an inclusive environment.
• Advise on resource allocation, professional development, compliance, and continuous program improvement.

Skills

Superintendent PK-12 certification

Supervisor of Special Education PK-12

Special education leadership

Administrative leadership

Job description

The Mt. Lebanon School District is seeking applicants for the position of Director of Special Education and Student Support Services. This is a full‑time, on‑site, 12 month permanent position offering a competitive salary based on qualifications and experience, as well as a full benefits package, including: health, life, and liability insurance, paid time off, and academic reimbursement, according to the Act 93 Administrator Agreement.

As a member of the district's administrative team and under the direction of the Superintendent of Schools, the Director of Special Education and Student Support Services provides districtwide leadership, management, supervision, coordination, and oversight of special education, student support, and health services programs in accordance with district, state, and federal requirements.

The Director ensures that students receive equitable, high-quality, evidence-based programs and services that support their academic achievement, social-emotional development, behavioral needs, mental health, physical health, safety, and overall well-being. The Director provides leadership for special education programming, student support systems, health services, compliance, staffing, professional development, resource allocation, and continuous program improvement.

The Director works collaboratively with students, families, staff, administrators, community agencies, health care providers, and other partners to coordinate comprehensive supports and promote an inclusive, safe, and welcoming school environment. As a high-profile, public-facing member of the district leadership team, the Director provides sound stewardship of district resources, ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and advances the district's mission, "To provide the best education possible for each and every student."

Qualifications:

• Active Superintendent PK-12 administrative certification issued from the Pennsylvania Department of Education
• OR active Supervisor of Special Education PK-12 certification
• Minimum of five years of special education classroom experience
• Minimum five years of supervisory/administrative experience preferred
• Please see the attached job description for the comprehensive list of duties, competencies, and qualifications.

Compensation Package Includes:

• Competitive Salary Based On Experience; Range $132,000 to $145,000
• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance (individual or family coverage with monthly employee contribution)
• Life Insurance
• 12 Sick, 3 Personal, 1 Personal Holiday, 20 Vacation Days Per Year
• Vacation Buy Back Option
• Academic Reimbursement

Deadline to Apply: Open Until Filled - Applications will be reviewed beginning October 22, 2026

ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

In order to be eligible for employment, the following clearances must be furnished and approved for hire at time of job offer:

• Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151)
• Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check (Act 34)
• FBI Federal Criminal History Record (Act 114)

The following additional trainings and forms are required upon hire:

• Act 126 Child/Student Abuse Recognition and Reporting
• Arrest or Conviction Form (PDE 6004) (Act 24)
• School Personnel Health Record (Physical with TB Test)
• Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Information (Act 168)

Mt. Lebanon School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer