Director of Special Education & Student Support

Specialized-Education-Services,-Inc.-3; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) in Philadelphia seeks a Director of Special Education to lead and coordinate the SPED program across campuses.

You will work with the Director and resource team to mentor classroom staff and ensure high-quality services for students with diverse needs. You will recruit and onboard new staff, oversee IEP processes, and partner with districts, parents, and the community to sustain compliant and effective education plans.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Special Education Certificate in PA required.
• Experience coaching staff in a school setting.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Experience recording and analyzing data with Excel and Google Drive.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, manage, assess needs and determine student assignment for SPED.
• Assist Principal with recruiting, interviewing and onboarding campus staff.
• Develop and implement transition planning and services/Indicator 13.
• Maintain IEP databases and student file systems.
• Prepare and attend IEP meetings and ensure ISBE compliance.
• Plan staff and parent education for SPED programs.
• Maintain relationships with school district, parents and community.
• Provide and monitor crisis intervention at the school.
• Organize, plan and deliver professional development sessions.
• Participate in Education Committee meetings and relay information.

Skills

Coaching staff

Communication skills

Data analysis

Education

Level 2 Special Education Certificate in PA

Tools

Excel

Google Drive

Job description

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) in Philadelphia seeks a Director of Special Education to lead and coordinate the SPED program across campuses.

You will work with the Director and resource team to mentor classroom staff and ensure high-quality services for students with diverse needs. You will recruit and onboard new staff, oversee IEP processes, and partner with districts, parents, and the community to sustain compliant and effective education plans.