Senior Director, Related Services & Inclusive Education

Young World Physical Education; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Public Schools seeks a Senior Director of Related Services to lead the OSS Related Services department under the Deputy Chief of Specialized Services. This role sits on the OSS Executive Team and OSS Staff Group, guiding strategic directions and district-wide initiatives.

The department serves about 8,000 students with a 330-employee team and a $39 million budget. The Senior Director shapes service assignments, planning, equity, and quality across schools.

Qualifications

• Master’s or higher in Special Education, Related Services, Educational Leadership, or a related discipline.
• Certified Special Education Administrator.
• Significant leadership experience in urban education systems.
• Experience managing large teams and complex organizational systems.
• Strong background in project management, strategic planning, and data-driven decision-making.
• Deep knowledge of IDEA, service delivery models, and inclusive practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction for the BPS OSS Related Services department.
• Partner with OSS senior leadership to design and implement district-wide strategies that improve service delivery and student outcomes.
• Lead long-range planning aligned to the BPS Inclusive Education Plan, ensuring access, participation, and progress for students with disabilities.
• Oversee and support a team of 4 Division Supervisors, each responsible for supervising related service providers across the district.
• Ensure strong operational systems for day-to-day service delivery, compliance, and staff supervision.
• Build leadership capacity within the department through coaching, performance management, and professional learning.
• Develop, implement, and continuously refine a data-informed staffing and resource allocation model.

Skills

Leadership experience

Project management

Data-driven decision-making

Strategic planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Master's degree or higher in Special Education or related field

Educational Leadership certification or equivalent

Job description

Boston Public Schools seeks a Senior Director of Related Services to lead the OSS Related Services department under the Deputy Chief of Specialized Services. This role sits on the OSS Executive Team and OSS Staff Group, guiding strategic directions and district-wide initiatives.

The department serves about 8,000 students with a 330-employee team and a $39 million budget. The Senior Director shapes service assignments, planning, equity, and quality across schools.