Equity & Compliance Lead, Special Education

Sylvania; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 116,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Washtenaw ISD seeks an Assistant Director of Special Education to support the Executive Director in daily administration of special education supervision, compliance, monitoring, and data, coordinating staff and liaising with local districts and PSAs to ensure equitable, legally sound services that improve outcomes for students with disabilities.

Working with the Special Education Director, this role manages referrals, transitions, and LEA-facing processes, ensuring alignment with IDEA, MARSE,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Special Education or related field is required.
• Must hold or be eligible for Michigan Director/Supervisor of Special Education approval.
• At least three years of successful administrative experience in special education.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates commitment to equity, social justice, accessibility, and inclusion in all practices.
• Coordinates special education general-supervision components and ensures compliance with IDEA, MARSE, and related laws.
• Builds collaborative relationships with local districts, PSAs, families, and partners; provides targeted technical assistance and capacity-building.
• Coordinates referrals, transitions, and LEA-facing processes to ensure smooth continuity of services and lawful placement decisions.
• Supervises and evaluates staff; supports recruitment, onboarding, development, and budget/resource management.
• Prepares timely reports related to compliance, services, data, and improvement; elevates systemic issues as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Special Education

Data analysis

Policy compliance

Education

Master's degree in Special Education

Michigan Director/Supervisor of Special Education approval

Job description

Washtenaw ISD seeks an Assistant Director of Special Education to support the Executive Director in daily administration of special education supervision, compliance, monitoring, and data, coordinating staff and liaising with local districts and PSAs to ensure equitable, legally sound services that improve outcomes for students with disabilities.

Working with the Special Education Director, this role manages referrals, transitions, and LEA-facing processes, ensuring alignment with IDEA, MARSE,