Special Education Administrator, Educational Team Leader - 1LT Charles W. Whitcomb School (Midd[...]

Whitcomb Middle School

Marlborough (MA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Whitcomb Middle School in Marlborough, MA seeks a Special Education Administrator, Educational Team Leader to guide and supervise special education staff and uphold compliance with IEPs.

The role includes coordinating team meetings, hiring support staff, scheduling paraprofessionals, and providing professional development within the Marlborough Public Schools framework.

Qualifications

Master's degree from an accredited institution.
DESE Certification as Special Education Administrator or Director/Supervisor with Special Education Teacher License and SEI Endorsement; applicants working towards such licenses welcome.

Responsibilities

Supervises and evaluates Special Education staff.
Collaborates with Principals/Directors on Special Education staffing and hiring.
Serves as Chairperson for Team meetings.
Oversees referral and Team meeting processes and adherence to IEPs.
Ensures timely completion of required paperwork and compliance with timelines.

Skills

People management

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree

DESE Certification / equivalent

Tools

IEP software

Job description

Special Education Administrator, Educational Team Leader - 1LT Charles W. Whitcomb School (Middle School)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5872404

Application Deadline: Aug 25, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 05, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

Title of Position:

Special Education Administrator, Educational Team Leader - 1LT Charles W. Whitcomb School (Middle School)

Salary:

As per the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Marlborough School Committee and the Marlborough School Administrators Association

Work Year:

2026-27

12 Month/218 Days

Employment Start Date: ASAP

Organizational Relationship or Line of Authority:

Works under the supervision of the Executive Director of Special Education, his/her designees and the building Principal

Statement of Duties:

Supervises and evaluates Special Education Staff
Collaborates with Principals/Directors on Special Education Staffing including assisting with hiring of Special Education Staff
Serves as Chairperson for Team meetings
Oversees referral process, Team meeting process, and adherence to Individualized Education Programs based upon eligibility guidelines in accordance with federal and state requirements
Responsible for ensuring that all timelines are met and all required paperwork is completed within mandated timelines
Ensures that all services for students identified as special needs are implemented
Assists with the oversight of the distribution of special education paraprofessionals and behavior technicians within the buildings.
Oversee and ensure scheduling/assignments of paraprofessionals and behavior technicians within the buildings as per student IEPs
Organize and facilitate monthly special education staff meetings in buildings
Provide professional development activities and in-service training to staff regarding instructional practices, accommodations, modifications and provision services to students
Ensures adherence to Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) Coordinated Program Review Standards
Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent, Director of Student Services and/or building administrator/supervisor

Qualifications:

Master’s degree from accredited institution
DESE Certification as Special Education Administrator or as a Director/Supervisor with Special Education Teacher License and SEI Endorsement. Applicants working towards such DESE licenses are welcome to apply.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience as Special Education Teacher or equivalent as deemed appropriate by the Director of Student Services.
Ability to organize, work well with people, direct, supervise, evaluate and motivate others to get results
Demonstrated knowledge of Massachusetts and federal special education laws, regulations, eligibility criteria and ability to implement the special education process to ensure compliance
Knowledge of Individualized Education Programs and related IEP software programs
Possesses thorough working knowledge of nature and complexities of a variety of learning disabilities
Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with all school personnel and parents
Bilingual (Spanish and/or Portuguese) preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of the Marlborough Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, national origin, color, homelessness, sexual orientation, gender identity, age or disability in its education programs, services, activities, or employment practices.

Position Type

Full-Time

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