Strategic Leader, High School Special Education

Young World Physical Education; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Charter Academy Pennsylvania is seeking a Director of Special Education- High School to lead special education services from a Family Service Center in Harrisburg. The role focuses on ensuring continuity of CCA goals, collaboration with families and staff, and compliance with IDEA and related laws.

The position reports to an Associate Vice Provost of Special Education and requires strong instructional leadership, program development, and cross‑functional coordination with

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Education, Special Education or related area.
• Pennsylvania Special Education Supervisor’s Certificate or PA Principal Certificate, or eligibility.
• Experience with IDEA compliance and special education policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, supervision, and direction to staff working with special education learners within their focus area and region.
• Participate directly in IEP meetings, consultations with parents and staff, and other special education for individual learners.
• Work collaboratively with administration to provide insight and points of escalation for enrolling learners and recommendations regarding placement and services in CCA.
• Work with staff in providing recommendations on the most appropriate resources to provide to special education learners.
• Consult and collaborate with federal, state, and local officials, public and private partners, and community members to improve the school’s special education program.
• Serve as a key representative of the school in external communications and outreach activities relative to special education services.
• Develop and work collaboratively with CCA leadership, special education professionals, and other school staff to set the direction and hold staff accountable to overall departmental goals and priorities as well as to ensure alignment of these goals with CCA mission and vision.
• Provide guidance, insight, and accountability provisions for staff to provide the most appropriate, effective, and individualized approach to special education to our learners.
• Communicate frequently, professionally, and collaboratively with families and staff related to special education services.
• Ensure full compliance with all state and federal laws and regulations as it pertains to individuals with IEPs. Periodically monitor and audit paperwork to ensure full compliance with CCA processes and timelines.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Education / Special Education

PA Special Education Supervisor or Principal Certification / Eligibility

Job description

Commonwealth Charter Academy Pennsylvania is seeking a Director of Special Education- High School to lead special education services from a Family Service Center in Harrisburg. The role focuses on ensuring continuity of CCA goals, collaboration with families and staff, and compliance with IDEA and related laws.

The position reports to an Associate Vice Provost of Special Education and requires strong instructional leadership, program development, and cross‑functional coordination with