Education Director – Elementary/Middle School

TLC - The Treatment and Learning Centers; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Katherine Thomas School, a Program of TLC-The Treatment and Learning Centers in Rockville, seeks a full-time Lower/Middle School Education Director for the 2026/2027 school year. The Education Director, with the Lower/Middle School Director, will oversee educational programs, supervise instructional teams, and ensure MSDE compliance.

Salary ranges from $90,000 to $115,000 based on experience and education. MSDE licensure and a master’s degree in special education are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and written/oral communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with school community and families.
• Demonstrate curriculum assessment and strategic planning for all learners.
• Must hold a valid professional certificate/licensure in special education or as a supervisor/principal.
• Master’s degree in special education required.
• MSDE special educator licensure required.
• Experience with language-based learning disabilities in early grades.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and supervise educational programs in collaboration with the Lower/Middle School Director.
• Supervise instructional teams and oversee IEP implementation.
• Develop student schedules and support students, staff, and families.
• Ensure MSDE compliance across programs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Collaboration

Curriculum assessment

Strategic planning

MSDE licensure

Education

Master's in Special Education

MSDE licensure

Job description

Job Description

The Katherine Thomas School, a Program of TLC-The Treatment and Learning Centers in Rockville, is recognized in the community as a leading, cutting-edge school that has been serving the community for over 25 years providing educational services to students with special needs. EOE

The school seeks to hire a full-time Lower/Middle School Education Director to start with the 2026/2027 school year. This is a 12 month position.

The Education Director is responsible for, in collaboration with the Lower/Middle School Director, the development, implementation, and supervision of the educational programs, including supervising instructional teams, overseeing implementation of IEPs, developing student schedules, supporting students, staff, and families, and ensuring compliance with MSDE requirements.

Salary of $90,000 to $115,000, based on experience and education.

Required Experience

Required Experience for the Education Director:

About

The ideal candidate for the Early Childhood Education Director should be an experienced educator who understands the needs of early childhood school students and is knowledgeable about curriculum for this grade level. Additionally, it is anticipated that he/she should have:

• Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills
• Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism and collaboration with the school community
• Demonstrate the ability to enhance teaching and learning through curriculum assessment and strategic planning for all learners
• MUST hold a valid professional certificate/license as a special education supervisor or special education principal, or a valid professional teaching certificate or license in special education
• A master’s degree in special education
• MSDE special educator licensure required
• Experience working in a setting focused on language-based learning disabilities for students in grades preschool-grade 3

Materials required to complete the application process for the Early Childhood Education Director include:

• A letter of interest
• A current resume
• A list of 3 references with contact information
• A statement of educational philosophy

Keyword: Education Director - Elementary/Middle School