Special Education Supv

Learn Academy; San Francisco (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 SPED services across assigned school settings. You will guide IEP development and ensure compliant, high-quality programs that support students with diverse learning needs.

You will work closely with educators, families, administrators, and partners to promote positive outcomes and strengthen the effectiveness of LEARN Academy’s services.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of school-based SPED experience.
• State license/certification in appropriate discipline.

Responsibilities

• Oversee special education programs, ensuring high-quality services and compliance with regulations.
• Maintain in-person presence at assigned school site(s) to support staff and ensure program quality.
• Lead, coach, and develop special education staff through observations and professional development.
• Support development and implementation of IEPs including meetings, assessments, data collection, and case management.
• Develop and deliver training based on staff needs and compliance requirements.
• Build relationships with district leaders, families, staff, and stakeholders to maintain partner satisfaction.
• Monitor program performance through audits and data review to identify improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Staff development

Education

Master’s Degree

State license/certification

Job description

Compensation $110,000.00 - $120,000.00/year

Schedule Full time

Description

Why JoinLEARN Academy!

Overview

The Special Education Supervisor at LEARN Academy provides leadership and oversight of special education services across assigned school settings. This role supports staff, guides the development and implementation of IEPs, and ensures high-quality, compliant programs that help students with diverse learning needs succeed.

Working closely with educators, families, administrators, and school partners, the Special Education Supervisor promotes positive student outcomes while strengthening the quality and effectiveness of LEARN Academy’s special education services.

Allow Us to Introduce Ourselves

LEARN Academy partners with schools and districts to help students with autism, special needs, and other learning and behavioral challenges reach their full potential.

• Evidence-based support: We provide customized educational, behavioral, and therapeutic services for students from early childhood through post-secondary education.
• Partnership that makes a difference: Our team works alongside educators and school communities across the country to create meaningful progress for students.
• Proven impact: Since 2007, we’ve had the privilege of serving more than 195,000 students—and we’re continuing to grow our impact.

What You’ll Do

• 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.

What You Have

• Master’s Degree
• At least 5 years of school-based experience in special education required. Leadership, coaching, supervision, and/or program oversight experience highly desired.
• State license/certification and appropriate discipline credentials required.
• Pass background check.

Physical Requirements

LEARN Academy is part of LEARN Behavioral, a collective group of ABA providers dedicated to delivering collaborative care and nurturing the unique potential of children with autism and special needs in communities from coast-to-coast.

LEARN Behavioral is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.