Director of Student Services and District Engagement

Lincoln Intermediate Unit 12; New Oxford (Adams County); On-site; USD 119,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

PSERS Retirement

Wellness Center access

Job summary

Lincoln Intermediate Unit 12 in New Oxford, PA, seeks a Director of Student Services and District Engagement to lead Special Education programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and build partnerships with component districts.

This is a full-time, 260-day role overseeing a large staff, fiscal planning, and innovative initiatives to enhance services for students with disabilities. Competitive benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Pennsylvania Department of Education issued Letter of Eligibility, Supervisor of Special Education, OR Principal K-12.
• Experience in central office leadership preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively and liaise between the IU and component districts.

Responsibilities

• Develops plans, organizes, and directs Student Services and Special Education Programs.
• Directs daily operation of Special Education, Preschool, and Alternative programs.
• Oversees staff, fiscal planning, and accountability in compliance with laws and Board policy.
• Establishes partnerships with districts to provide services to exceptional students and at-risk students.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Technology proficiency

Team player

Organized

Change management

Visionary leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Letter of Eligibility / Supervisor of Special Education or Principal K-12

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Lincoln Intermediate Unit 12

Director of Student Services and District Engagement JobID: 4653

• Position Type: Administration/Supervisory/ Director of Student Services and District Engagement
• Date Posted: 9/17/2026
• Location: New Oxford Central Office, New Oxford, PA
• Date Available: ASAP
• Closing Date: 10/07/2026

Program: Student Services

Description: This position develops plans, modifies, organizes, and directs the Student Services and Special Education Programs of Intermediate Unit 12, ensuring the efficient integration of all internal and external services and programs for students with disabilities. This position has a large emphasis on building relationships with component districts and ensuring the delivery of innovative and effective initiatives to meet their needs. This position ensures compliance with special education laws, regulations, policies, and guidelines, local, state, and federal. The position manages a large staff of special education personnel and provides leadership and management, including fiscal planning and accountability, of the entire Student Services Department in keeping with federal and state guidelines and Board policy. Directs daily operation of Special Education, Preschool, and Alternative programs and services operated by the Intermediate Unit within the limits of financial resources available; consults with school districts and establishes partnerships in providing appropriate services to exceptional students and students at risk.

Qualifications:

• Pennsylvania Department of Education issued Letter of Eligibility, Supervisor of Special Education, OR Principal K-12
• Experience in central office leadership, preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership potential, including:
  • The use of enlightened management techniques in the administration of the Intermediate Unit.
  • The capacity to evaluate and propose educational program changes, and to stimulate staff acceptance and implementation of such changes.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and act as liaison between the Intermediate Unit and component districts.
• Must demonstrate proficiency with a variety of technology tools.
• Must be highly organized; possess strong communication skills; be highly confidential at all times; act as a team player; be flexible to work on multiple tasks; pay attention to detail; be able to learn new skills and dealwith constant change.
• Must encompass the qualities to be a decision maker and visionary leader with the ability to collaborate with stakeholder groups.
• Must possess knowledge in the Area of Special Education Regulations, curriculum, supervision, instruction, disability characteristics, and educational needs.

Terms of Employment: Full-time, 260 days - 12 month

Salary: Act 93 contract range $118,687-$189,900, excellent benefits package

The LIU offers an exceptional benefits package for eligible employees, designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical insurance available for anominal premium, plusfree dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents.
• Life Insurance at No Cost:
  • Life insurance coverage equal to two times salary, with maximum limits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential support for employees and dependents, including three counseling sessions per person, per year.
• Paid Time Off: Sick, Personal and Vacation days each year.
• Income Protection: Short-term and long-term disability coverage available.
• Retirement Benefits: Participation in the Public School Employees' Retirement System (PSERS).
• Exclusive Access to the Lincoln Health and Wellness Center: Available to employees and covered family members (age 2+). No copays or deductibles for services provided at the center for those enrolled in the LIU medical plan. Learn more: https://www.lincolnhwc.com/

Postings current as of 10/7/2026 7:23:57 PM CST

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