Senior Director, Special Education & Program Leadership

Montgomery Alabama Public Schools - Official Site; Alabama; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Executive Director of Special Education in Montgomery County Public School System oversees age 3–21 programs, ensures compliance with IDEA and state/federal laws, and leads staff and budget planning to deliver high-quality services district-wide.

This leadership role requires Alabama teaching certification and a master’s degree in special education or administration, plus significant administrator experience; you will supervise programs, coordinate referrals, and report to the Superintendent.

Qualifications

• Current Alabama Teachers’ Certification and Master’s Degree or higher, with an endorsement in Special Education and Administration/Supervision preferred.
• Minimum of three years’ experience as a special education teacher.
• Minimum of five years’ experience as an administrator or supervisor in a public school setting, preferably in special education.
• Provide leadership in the administration and coordination of the Special Education Program and psychological services.
• Assist in the adaptation of school policies to include special education needs.
• Keep informed of all legal requirements governing special education.
• Provide leadership in establishing new programs and develop improved understanding of existing programs.
• Supervise and coordinate classroom programs for students with special needs.
• Evaluate existing programs and recommend changes and additions as needed.
• Establish procedures for placement, evaluation, and reevaluation of students with regard to the special education services program.
• Develop procedures for referrals, securing medical reports, psychological examination, and placement.
• Supervise and coordinate home instruction for homebound or hospitalized students.
• Assist in recruitment, selection, and recommendation for hiring of special education personnel.
• Maintain reports, records, and other documents legally required or administratively useful.
• Supervise attendance reports and data necessary for reimbursement and fiscal matters.
• Arrange transportation of all children placed in special classes.
• Develop budget recommendations and provide expenditure control on established budgets for special education.
• Keep informed of financial aid for special education.
• Interpret the objectives and programs of the special education services to the Board and public.
• Maintain a permanent inventory of equipment purchased for special education.
• Establish procedures for requisitioning, ordering, and paying for special education equipment and supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Currently not provided in a separate responsibilities list.

Skills

Leadership

Policy interpretation

Staff supervision

Education

Alabama Teacher Certification

Master's Degree in Special Education or Administration

Tools

None

Job description

The Executive Director of Special Education in Montgomery County Public School System oversees age 3–21 programs, ensures compliance with IDEA and state/federal laws, and leads staff and budget planning to deliver high-quality services district-wide.

This leadership role requires Alabama teaching certification and a master’s degree in special education or administration, plus significant administrator experience; you will supervise programs, coordinate referrals, and report to the Superintendent.