Senior Special Education Programs Leader & Coach

Learn Academy; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

LEARN Academy in San Jose, CA is seeking a Special Education Supervisor to lead and coordinate district-wide SPED services in assigned school sites. You will oversee IEP processes, ensure compliance, and guide staff to deliver high-quality supports for students with diverse learning needs.

You will partner with educators, families, and administrators to uphold standards, monitor outcomes, and foster continuous improvement across programs at LEARN Academy.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• At least 5 years of school-based experience in special education.
• State license/certification and appropriate discipline credentials required.
• Pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Oversee special education programs, ensuring high-quality services and compliance with federal, state, district, and school requirements.
• Maintain a regular in-person presence at assigned school site(s) to support staff, observe service delivery, address partner needs, and ensure program quality.
• Lead, coach, and develop special education staff through observations, feedback, performance support, and ongoing professional development.
• Support the development and implementation of IEPs, including meetings, assessments, data collection, case management, and staff guidance as needed.
• Develop and deliver training based on staff needs, compliance requirements, best practices, and school or district priorities.
• Build strong relationships with school and district leaders, families, staff, and other stakeholders to address needs, monitor outcomes, and maintain partner satisfaction.
• Monitor program performance through audits and review of student, staff, and program data to identify opportunities for improvement and ensure compliance.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition and leadership to support recruiting, interviewing, staffing, and community or university outreach.
• Support new business development, contract renewals, and program growth by identifying opportunities and strengthening school and district partnerships.
• Stay current on special education laws, regulations, instructional practices, and professional standards, applying that knowledge to improve programs and student outcomes.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional and ethical standards in all aspects of the role.

Education

Master’s Degree

Job description

LEARN Academy in San Jose, CA is seeking a Special Education Supervisor to lead and coordinate district-wide SPED services in assigned school sites. You will oversee IEP processes, ensure compliance, and guide staff to deliver high-quality supports for students with diverse learning needs.

You will partner with educators, families, and administrators to uphold standards, monitor outcomes, and foster continuous improvement across programs at LEARN Academy.