Equity‑Driven Special Education Leader

Northeast Metro 916; White Bear Lake (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Northeast Metro 916 in Minnesota is seeking a Director of Special Education for the South Campus Education Center. This 1.0 FTE position offers starting salary based on years of experience and benefits; review the full contract and benefits offered.

Responsibilities include overseeing school operations, curriculum alignment, policy development, budget oversight, and collaboration with teachers, parents, and community partners to meet educational needs.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Educational Administration required.
• Two years of experience in special education administration.
• Licensed or eligible for Director of Special Education license and a K-12 special education teaching license.
• Experience with equity work, restorative practices, MTSS, and building a positive school culture preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily school operations including instructional leadership, policy development, and mission alignment.
• Supervises staff, conducts performance evaluations, and manages hiring and disciplinary actions.
• Directs and monitors operating budgets and site expenditures.
• Establishes and enforces student behavioral and discipline programs consistent with district goals.
• Participates in district and parent meetings, staff development, and other related meetings.
• Collaborates with teachers, staff, families, and community partners to meet educational needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lead staff

Performance evaluations

Policies & procedures

Curriculum development

Student achievement

Behavior interventions

Program management

Budgets

Laws & regs

Records & reports

Computer literacy

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Educational Administration

Director of Special Education licensure eligibility

K-12 Special Ed teaching license

Job description

Northeast Metro 916 in Minnesota is seeking a Director of Special Education for the South Campus Education Center. This 1.0 FTE position offers starting salary based on years of experience and benefits; review the full contract and benefits offered.

Responsibilities include overseeing school operations, curriculum alignment, policy development, budget oversight, and collaboration with teachers, parents, and community partners to meet educational needs.