Director of Special Education & ARD Leadership

Applitrack; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking a District Special Education Director to lead the district's SPED program, ensuring ARD processes and IEPs meet student needs. The role requires governance across state, federal, and local requirements and strong collaboration with families and staff.

The candidate will oversee program quality, budget, and personnel, driving compliance and data-informed decisions to support students with special needs.

Qualifications

• Three years of central office special education leadership experience.
• Three years as an administrator in the ARD committee meeting.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and manages the District's special education program.
• Ensures services are provided for special education students and individualized education plans are current.
• Warrants compliance with all state, federal, and local requirements.

Skills

Program evaluation

ARD Committee process

Budget & personnel management

Communication with parents

Policy implementation

Data interpretation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in educational administration or related field

Certified instructional supervisor and appraiser in T-TESS upon hire

Job description

Applitrack is seeking a District Special Education Director to lead the district's SPED program, ensuring ARD processes and IEPs meet student needs. The role requires governance across state, federal, and local requirements and strong collaboration with families and staff.

The candidate will oversee program quality, budget, and personnel, driving compliance and data-informed decisions to support students with special needs.