Special Education Leader & IEP Program Coach

Learn Academy; East Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

LEARN Academy is seeking a Special Education Supervisor to provide leadership and oversight of special education services across assigned school settings. The role guides IEP development, ensures compliant programs, and supports diverse learners to achieve positive outcomes.

You will work closely with educators, families, administrators, and partners, promoting high-quality services and ongoing professional development for staff in a collaborative environment.

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 relationships with school and district leaders, families, staff, and stakeholders to address needs and monitor outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Supervision

Program oversight

IEP development

Data collection

Education

Master’s Degree

Job description

LEARN Academy is seeking a Special Education Supervisor to provide leadership and oversight of special education services across assigned school settings. The role guides IEP development, ensures compliant programs, and supports diverse learners to achieve positive outcomes.

You will work closely with educators, families, administrators, and partners, promoting high-quality services and ongoing professional development for staff in a collaborative environment.