Head of Special Education & Early Learning

Heartshar; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Health insurance

403(B) retirement plans

Tuition Assistance Program

Professional Development opportunities

EAP

Job summary

HeartShare is seeking a dynamic Director of Education to ensure high-quality educational services for students with special needs. This role reports to the Senior Vice President of Education and leads staff, policy implementation, and safety protocols to support an inclusive learning environment.

Key duties include supervising teachers and aides, evaluating performance, developing developmentally appropriate curriculum, PBIS implementation, parent involvement, and community outreach.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in education or related field required.
• Advanced credentials in school building leadership required.
• NYS Certified Early Childhood Teacher or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise teachers, assistants and aides and evaluate performance.
• Monitor attendance, class schedules and lesson plans daily.
• Plan and deliver staff development and training activities.
• Interview and recommend new staff to SVP of Education; weekly meetings.
• Ensure curriculum is developmentally appropriate and meets needs.
• Oversee PBIS, Creative Curriculum and TSG implementation.
• Coordinate parent involvement, meetings and communications.
• Maintain safety, cleanliness and readiness of the building.
• Conduct tours for families and participate in outreach activities.

Skills

Team leadership

Staff development

Policy implementation

Education administration

Education

Master's degree in education or related field

Advanced Credentials in School Building Leadership

New York State Certified Early Childhood Teacher

Job description

HeartShare is seeking a dynamic Director of Education to ensure high-quality educational services for students with special needs. This role reports to the Senior Vice President of Education and leads staff, policy implementation, and safety protocols to support an inclusive learning environment.

Key duties include supervising teachers and aides, evaluating performance, developing developmentally appropriate curriculum, PBIS implementation, parent involvement, and community outreach.