PreK/Elementary Special Education Coordinator

Hamilton--wenham-Regional-School-Distric; Wenham (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District in Wenham, MA seeks a 1.0FTE PreK-5 Special Education Coordinator to assist the Director of Student Services and building principals with oversight of special education and related therapies. This instructional leadership role ensures inclusive, compliant programming for students with disabilities from PreK through Grade 5.

The Coordinator will collaborate with principals, curriculum leaders, and teachers to implement services, monitor progress, and

Qualifications

• MA DESE Administrator licensure required or ability to obtain within first year.
• MA DESE Special Education licensure or related field licensure required.
• Proven leadership abilities in school/program/department administration and oversight, special education program development and evaluation, and staff supervision and evaluation.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in education including special education or related therapies services, experience as a Special Education Team Chairperson/Facilitator, or equivalent educational experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead eligibility determination processes from referral to team meeting facilitation.
• Facilitate OOD Team Meeting processes and monitor OOD students per MA DESE requirements.
• Collaborate with principals, curriculum leaders/coaches, district admins and general ed teachers on progress of students with disabilities.
• Coordinate and oversee the district Kindergarten Screening Process.
• Assist in hiring department staff per district practices.
• Schedule weekly coordination meetings with special education and related therapies staff at each elementary school.
• Assist with preparing financial and programmatic reports at district, state, and federal levels.
• Contribute to yearly department budget development, staffing, instructional materials, and professional development.
• Attend admin staff meetings and other professional meetings as appropriate.
• Lead professional development as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Student Services.

Skills

Leadership

Special Education

Staff Supervision

Administration

Education

MA DESE Administrator licensure

MA DESE Special Education licensure

Master's degree preferred

Job description

PreK/Elementary Special Education Coordinator

Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District - Wenham, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5905153

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 02, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Dec 17, 2026

Job Description

The Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District is seeking a 1.0FTE Special Education Coordinator to assist the Director of Student Services and Building Principals with oversight of special education and related therapies services and programming, PreK through Grade 5.

Scope of Responsibility

The Special Education Coordinator is an instructional leader that creates, implements, maintains, and enhances learning opportunities for students with disabilities and supports cohesion between special education and general education to ensure that the educational needs of students with disabilities are met and they are fully included and engaged in the classroom environment and life of the school. The Coordinator provides support to building principals in the evaluation of special education and related services staff. The Coordinator must have a working understanding and knowledge of state and federal special education laws and regulations, and the ability to articulate district responsibilities regarding special education compliance.

Additional Responsibilities

• PreK:
• Liaison between Early Intervention Programs and district for children with disabilities turning 3. Attends transition planning meetings with EI for students turning 3.
• Ensure the timely evaluation and eligibility determination of students turning 3.
• Coordinate with the PreK Peer Coordinator for PreK screenings and Special Education Referrals.
• Work collaboratively with the PreK team to determine appropriate programming for students turning 3 through age 5.
• Work collaboratively with the PreK team to ensure the range of students' needs are being met.
• K-5:
• Facilitate the eligibility determination process from referral to facilitation of the team meeting.
• Facilitate the OOD Team Meeting process and monitors OOD students in accordance with MA DESE requirements.
• Collaborate with Principals, Curriculum Leaders/Coaches, District Administrators, and general education teachers in monitoring the progress of students with disabilities, including implementation of special education programs and services.
• Coordinate and oversee the district Kindergarten Screening Process.
• Assist in the hiring of department staff in accordance with district practices.
• Schedule weekly coordination meetings with special education and related therapies staff at each elementary school.
• Assist with the preparation of financial and programmatic reports required at the district, state, and federal levels as they relate to special education and related services.
• Assist in the development of the yearly department budget including staffing needs, instructional materials and resources, and professional development needs.
• Attend administrative staff meetings, building-based meetings, and other professional meetings, as appropriate.
• Facilitate professional development, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Student Services.

Qualifications

• MA DESE Administrator of Special Education licensure required or ability to become licensed within the first year of employment;
• MA DESE Special Education licensure, or related field licensure, required;
• Proven leadership abilities in school/program/department administration and oversight, special education program development and evaluation, and staff supervision and evaluation
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in education including special education or related therapies services, experience as a Special Education Team Chairperson/Facilitator, or equivalent educational experience

Reports to: Director of Student Services

Supervises: Supports principals with supervision and evaluation of Special Education Teachers and Related Services Providers.

Work Year: 204 days of which 184 will be worked when students and/or teachers are in session. 20 additional days include 5 days before teaching staff return and 5 days after the last day of the school year. 10 remaining days are determined in collaboration with the Director of Student Services and may include summer and school vacations based on the needs of the department.

Salary: Based on experience

Start Date: December 17, 2026.

Position Type: Full-time

Administration > Director/Coordinator/Manager

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District does not discriminate in its programs, activities or employment practices based on race, color, national origin, age,religion, gender, sexual orientation or disability.

Job Requirements

• At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Stacy Bucyk , Director of Student Services
• 5 School Street
• Wenham, Massachusetts 01984
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]