SPED Department Chair & Lead Educator (High School)

Girls Global Academy; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Girls Global Academy in Washington, DC seeks a Special Education Teacher and Department Chair. You will coordinate the SPED department, support Universal Design for Learning, and collaborate with teachers and leaders to ensure inclusive, high‑quality services.

The role requires a Master’s in Special Education and at least three years of SPED classroom experience, EASY IEP expertise, and strong communication with families.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Special Education and valid certification in Special Education.
• Minimum of three years of successful classroom teaching experience in SPED.
• Extensive knowledge of EASY IEP and related evaluation processes.
• Experience with Universal Design for Learning and strategies for English learners.
• Proficiency with programs used to assess students for services.
• Advanced understanding of instructional strategies for students with disabilities.
• Strong oral and written communication with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Create and update staff schedules to meet student service hour needs.
• Conduct weekly SPED team meetings.
• Coordinate and conduct SPED professional development.
• Conduct bi-weekly coaching sessions for SPED staff.
• Advocate for SPED needs in leadership team meetings.
• Coordinate with Director of Academics to cover SPED absences.
• Point of contact for student evaluations.
• Support co-teaching and lesson planning with general education.
• Provide planning support for SPED teachers.
• Monitor testing accommodations.

Skills

Universal Design for Learning

IEP/504 collaboration

Assessment knowledge

Cross-stakeholder communication

Coaching & leadership

Education

Master’s Degree in Special Education

Certification in Special Education

Tools

EASY IEP

Job description

Girls Global Academy in Washington, DC seeks a Special Education Teacher and Department Chair. You will coordinate the SPED department, support Universal Design for Learning, and collaborate with teachers and leaders to ensure inclusive, high‑quality services.

The role requires a Master’s in Special Education and at least three years of SPED classroom experience, EASY IEP expertise, and strong communication with families.