Senior Director, Special Education & IEP Leadership

Public Health Management Corporation; Fort Washington (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Health Management Corporation (PHMC) seeks a Director of Special Education for Fairwold Academy in Fort Washington, PA. The role leads special education programs, ensures compliance with IDEA and PA regulations, and aligns services with high professional standards to improve student outcomes.

The Director oversees curriculum adaptations, staff training, and IEP implementation, manages 8 FTEs and vendor contracts, and reports to the Executive Director.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in special education or related field required.
• Current PA Administrative certification or active plan to obtain certification.
• Minimum 10 years’ related experience in education administration.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of Special Education services and compliance with IDEA and PA regulations.
• Develop and manage annual budget for Special Education services.
• Oversee assessment plans and ensure FAPE and ESY compliance.
• supervis e clinical staff and special education personnel; ensure IEP implementation.
• Coordinate with PDE during audits, mediations, and due process hearings.
• Maintain data systems for IEP tracking and reporting; liaise with districts and parents.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Staff supervision

Data analysis

IEP compliance

Stakeholder communication

Education

Master’s degree in special education

PA Administrative Certification

Ten years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Public Health Management Corporation (PHMC) seeks a Director of Special Education for Fairwold Academy in Fort Washington, PA. The role leads special education programs, ensures compliance with IDEA and PA regulations, and aligns services with high professional standards to improve student outcomes.

The Director oversees curriculum adaptations, staff training, and IEP implementation, manages 8 FTEs and vendor contracts, and reports to the Executive Director.