Head of Special Education & Student Support

Salem Academy Charter School; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem Academy Charter School seeks a Director of Special Education to oversee all aspects of the 6-12 Special Education program, ensuring services align with IEPs, MTSS data, and state/federal regulations. The role requires strong communication, equity focus, and collaboration with general education staff to promote inclusive, rigorous instruction.

The ideal candidate will lead a mission-driven team, manage grants and budgets, and drive program development to support students with disabilities

Qualifications

• Five+ years of Special Education teaching experience with adolescents preferred.
• Five+ years of Special Education leadership experience preferred.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to connect with diverse students and families.
• Fluency in Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set a clear vision for academic and cultural excellence in Special Education.
• Lead and supervise Special Education staff and conduct performance reviews.
• Ensure compliance with IDEA, Section 504, and Massachusetts DESE requirements.
• Collaborate with general education leadership to provide inclusive services.
• Develop budgets and monitor expenditures for Special Education programs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Diversity & Equity

Inclusion & MTSS

Staff Development

Spanish (plus)

Education

Massachusetts license: Special Education administrator

Charter school experience (preferred)

Job description

Salem Academy Charter School seeks a Director of Special Education to oversee all aspects of the 6-12 Special Education program, ensuring services align with IEPs, MTSS data, and state/federal regulations. The role requires strong communication, equity focus, and collaboration with general education staff to promote inclusive, rigorous instruction.

The ideal candidate will lead a mission-driven team, manage grants and budgets, and drive program development to support students with disabilities