Special Education Supervisor

Memspa; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 82,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Fitzgerald Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Supervisor – PreK–Postsecondary to lead district programs from the administration building for the 2026‑2027 year. The role emphasizes MTSS integration, data analysis, and strong IEP collaboration with staff and families.

Qualifications include a Master’s in administration, Michigan special education certification, and five years of direct experience with IEPs. Leadership and compliance expertise are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree focused on administration or educational leadership.
• Michigan teaching certificate with special Ed endorsement and 5 years direct instruction with IEPs.
• Progress toward or holding Special Education Supervisor approval per MI rules.
• Demonstrated leadership in co‑teaching and interventions.
• Understanding MTSS and alignment with special education practices.
• Familiarity with IDEA/MARSE and related compliance.

Responsibilities

• Regularly evaluates program effectiveness using data from outcomes and feedback.
• Provides staff development on inclusive practices and co‑teaching.
• Guides IEP teams for compliant development and reviews.
• Coaches staff to improve program compliance and outcomes.
• Recruits, hires, trains, mentors, and evaluates program staff.
• Communicates district goals to students, families, and community.
• Participates in positive behavior supports and instructional practices.
• Collaborates with families of students with disabilities.
• Develops parent outreach and involvement opportunities.
• Ensures safe and healthy environments and ongoing collaboration.
• Resolves disputes via mediation when needed.
• Oversees transition planning between education stages.
• Advocates for students with disabilities within the district.
• Ensures compliance audits with IDEA/MARSE and ISD collaboration.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Admin leadership

Special ed knowledge

MTSS understanding

Data analysis

Communication skills

Collaboration with families

Technology proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in administration/education leadership

Michigan teaching certificate with special education endorsement

State approval for Special Education Supervisor or progress toward

Tools

Co‑teaching tools

Job description

Deadline: August 31, 2026

District/Organization: Fitzgerald Public Schools

Position/Type: Central Office – 1st Line Admin, full time

Salary: $82,000 – $103,000

NOTICE OF OPENING: Special Education Supervisor – PreK – Post secondary

LOCATION: Administration building

WORK YEAR: 2026-2027 School Year, 52 week Calendar

SALARY: Salary based on qualifications and experience per Administrator Contract

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree from an accredited college/university with particular emphasis on administration, special education, educational leadership, or a related field
• Michigan teaching certificate with special education endorsement and evidence of five years of effective experience providing direct instruction to students with IEPs in a variety of educational settings relevant to the district’s student population (Autism Spectrum Disorder, Specific Learning Disabilities, Cognitive Impairment and Emotional Impairment)
• Full or temporary state approval or working towards approval in educational requirements for the position of Special Education Supervisor according to Rule 72 of the Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education
• Demonstrated leadership skills, knowledge of and proven performance in co‑teaching, specialized instruction and academic interventions for students eligible for special education
• Demonstrate understanding of MTSS including implementing, monitoring, and alignment with special education practices
• Understanding and experience with alternative assessment methods for students with disabilities
• Knowledge of special education laws, rules, regulations and compliance responsibilities including district compliance with IDEA and MARSE
• Knowledge of general education curriculum and an understanding of how modifications and accommodations work to make it accessible to students with a disability
• Creative, flexible, hands‑on problem solver who builds relationships with individual students, parents, staff and community members
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with data collection and analysis related to special education programs (e.g., student progress, program effectiveness, compliance)
• Evidence of competency in technology including familiarity with various assistive technologies and their application for students with disabilities
• Highly organized, and great attention to details
• Flexible to work on multiple tasks at once
• Able to learn new skills and deal with constant change

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Regularly evaluates the effectiveness of special education programs using data analysis and implements data‑driven improvements based on student outcomes, teacher feedback, and parent input
• Provides staff development opportunities that incorporate the mission of the department & district including topics such as inclusive practices, differentiated instruction, assessment, legal updates, co‑teaching, and specific disability‑related needs
• Provides guidance and support to IEP teams to ensure compliant and effective IEP development, implementation, and reviews
• Demonstrate effective coaching and modeling in all areas of program, processes & procedures to improve the compliance and educational outcomes for students with IEPs
• Works with administration to recruit, hire, train, mentor, coach and evaluate program staff
• Communicate the philosophy, goals and objectives of the district special education program to the students, parents, staff and community at large
• Participates as a member of the educational team to facilitate development and implementation of positive behavior supports and effective instructional practices across general and special education settings
• Collaborates with school staff to work effectively with families of students with disabilities
• Develop and promote parent outreach opportunities and parent involvement
• Develop practices that provide for a safe and healthy environment, effective educational programs, and ongoing communication and collaboration
• Works to resolve disputes between parents and the district regarding special education services, utilizing mediation and other conflict resolution strategies as needed
• Oversees the transition planning process for students with disabilities as they move from preschool to elementary school, from elementary to secondary school, and from high school to post‑secondary settings
• Advocates for the needs of students with disabilities within the district and community
• Ensures district compliance with all federal and state special education regulations (IDEA, MARSE), including overseeing IEP development, implementation, and reviews, and conducting regular compliance audits
• Collaborates effectively with the local Intermediate School District (ISD) to access resources, support, and professional development opportunities
• Other duties as assigned

Qualified applicants should apply online via AppliTrack at http://www.applitrack.com/fitzgerald/onlineapp/