School Age Principal

Colonial Group; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & 10 paid holidays

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Employer 403(b) match

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

The Arc Erie County New York is seeking a School Principal for the School Age Program in Cheektowaga, NY. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, set the tone for the building, and guide educational and therapeutic services for students with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities include overseeing programs, staff, budgeting and regulatory compliance, while fostering strong relationships with families and school districts to ensure individualized supports.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in special education required.
• 6 years of educational experience with children with developmental disabilities.
• 5 years of supervisory experience.
• At least 2 years as an Assistant/ Vice Principal or Principal.
• NYS Permanent or Professional Teaching Certification.
• NYS SAS, SDA, SBL or SDL certification.
• Knowledge of CPSE/CSE operations and special education regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop school leaders, teachers and staff while shaping a strong school culture.
• Oversee educational programming, student services and professional development.
• Ensure high‑quality, individualized services and strong family/district partnerships.
• Provide oversight of staffing, budgeting, safety, compliance and operations.
• Collaborate with agency leadership and community partners to strengthen services.

Skills

Educational leadership

Staff supervision

Curriculum development

Regulatory compliance

Education

Master’s degree in special education

NYS Permanent or Professional Teaching Certification

NYS SAS, SDA, SBL or SDL certification

Job description

PRINCIPAL | SCHOOL AGE PROGRAM

Cheektowaga, NY • $90,000–$110,000

Lead a school. Develop a team. Make an impact.

The Arc Erie County New York is looking for an experienced special education leader to serve as School Principal of our School Age Program.

This is more than managing day-to-day school operations. You’ll set the tone for the building, support a multidisciplinary team, strengthen educational programming, and help ensure students with developmental disabilities receive the individualized services they need to thrive.

YOUR LEADERSHIP WILL INCLUDE:

PEOPLE

Lead and develop Assistant Principals, special education teachers, teacher assistants and support staff while building a strong, professional school culture.

PROGRAMS

Oversee educational programming, student services, classroom operations and professional development.

STUDENTS & FAMILIES

Help ensure high-quality, individualized educational and therapeutic services while maintaining strong relationships with families and school districts.

OPERATIONS

Provide oversight of staffing, budgeting, safety, regulatory compliance and overall school operations.

PARTNERSHIPS

Collaborate with agency leadership, clinical teams, school districts and community partners to strengthen services and opportunities for students.

THE EXPERIENCE WE’R LOOKING FOR

• Master’s degree in special education
• 6 years of educational experience working with children with developmental disabilities
• 5 years of supervisory experience
• At least 2 years as an Assistant/Vice Principal or Principal
• NYS Permanent or Professional Teaching Certification
• NYS SAS, SDA, SBL or SDL certification
• Knowledge of CPSE/CSE operations and special education regulations

$90,000–$110,000 ANNUALLY

Based on education, certification and experience

Your benefits include generous PTO and 10 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, employer 403(b) match, tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

For 75 years, The Arc Erie County New York has supported children and adults with developmental disabilities throughout Western New York.

We’re looking for a School Principal who can bring together strong leadership, special education expertise and a commitment to students and families.