Director of Special Education — Lead Districtwide Programs

Michigan Association of School Boards; Michigan; On-site; USD 129,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

The Livingston Educational Service Agency seeks a Director of Special Education serving Brighton Area Schools to provide leadership for county-wide special education programming and technical assistance to staff, students, and families. This 12‑month exempt central office role reports to the Assistant Superintendent for Special Education and oversees program supervision and stakeholder collaboration.

The position requires a Master’s degree, Michigan School Administrator Certification, and at

Qualifications

• Eligible for, or currently in possession of, full Director of Special Education approval.
• Full approval in at least one area of Special Education.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers special education programs and services in compliance with IDEA, MARSE and Section 504.
• Regularly evaluates special education programs, services and procedures; coordinates required monitoring.
• Supervises, directs and evaluates LESA special education staff assigned to the district.
• Assists in projecting staff needs, recruiting, screening, interviewing, and recommending qualified candidates for open positions.

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent

Three years of experience in Special Education Administration

Job description

The Livingston Educational Service Agency seeks a Director of Special Education serving Brighton Area Schools to provide leadership for county-wide special education programming and technical assistance to staff, students, and families. This 12‑month exempt central office role reports to the Assistant Superintendent for Special Education and oversees program supervision and stakeholder collaboration.

The position requires a Master’s degree, Michigan School Administrator Certification, and at