Executive Director of Special Education

Applitrack; Alvin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Alvin ISD is seeking an Executive Director of Special Education to lead the district’s special education program and ensure compliant, high-quality services for students with disabilities. The role requires strong leadership, budget oversight, and strategic collaboration with ARD committees and school administrators.

The successful candidate will oversee program development, staff supervision, and compliance with state and federal regulations, while driving continuous improvement in outcomes for

Qualifications

• Master's degree in educational administration or related field.
• Certified instructional supervisor and appraiser in T-TESS upon hire.
• Three years of central office special education leadership experience.
• Three years as an administrator in the ARD committee meetings.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and manages the District's special education program.
• Ensure that services are provided for special education students and IEPs are current to meet the needs of all students.
• Warrant compliance with all state, federal, and local requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Communication

Education

Master's degree in educational administration

Certified instructional supervisor (T-TESS)

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Alvin ISD

• Position Type:
  District Administration/ Executive Director of Special Education
  
• Date Posted:
  9/28/2026
  
• Date Available:
  26-27 School Year
  

Primary Purpose:

Provides leadership and manages the District's special education program. Ensure that services are provided for special education students and individualized education plans are current to meet the needs of all students. Warrant compliance with all state, federal, and local requirements.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Master's degree in educational administration or related field.

Certified instructional supervisor and appraiser in T-TESS upon hire.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness for special education students.

Knowledge of Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process.

Knowledge of federal and state special education law.

Ability to communicate with all levels of special needs students and their parents.

Ability to implement policy and procedures.

Ability to interpret data.

Ability to manage budget and personnel.

Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.

Experience:

Three years of central office special education leadership experience.

Three years as an administrator in the ARD committee meeting.

Postings current as of 10/2/2026 11:56:01 AM CST.