Student Support Services Program Director

Gresham Barlow School District; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 124,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Gresham Barlow School District seeks a Student Support Services Program Director (1.0 FTE) to implement and support Special Education programs and 504 Plan compliance in the district. The role reports to the Director of Student Support Services and collaborates with other program directors.

The position begins October 2026 with a 235-day contract and a salary range of $123,628–$139,145 plus benefits. This is not in a bargaining unit and reports to the Superintendent.

Qualifications

• Holds an Oregon Administrative license or has the potential of earning one by start date.
• Minimum of 3 years experience working with students with disabilities.
• Knowledge of Regular and Special Education Law.
• Strong leadership and program development skills.
• Effective communication, conflict resolution and mediation abilities.
• Ability to train staff and collaborate with district and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Oversee program development and operations for assigned programs.
• Attend special services team meetings as needed.
• Locate resources for staff and students beyond school provisions.
• Observe students and recommend interventions.
• Coordinate with principals on program area development and support.
• Provide staff training in assigned programs.
• Communicate with agencies and individuals on behalf of programs.
• Budget planning for assigned programs.
• Develop and coordinate staff development opportunities.
• Assist in district and MESD collaborations for assigned areas.

Skills

Leadership

Program development

Communication

Conflict resolution

Collaboration

Staff development

Mediation

Time management

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Gresham Barlow School District

Student Support Services Program Director JobID: 3601

• Position Type:
  Administrative
  
• Date Posted:
  9/15/2026
  
• Location:
  Student Support Services Office (SSSO)
  

Student Support Services Program Director

1.0 FTE

Compensation: 2026-2027Salary Schedule $123,628 - $139,145
In-district and Out-of-District Applicant Deadline: Open until filled. Apply through gbsdjobs.com

Job Summary:

The \"Program Director\" will work with the Director of Student Support Services and other Program Directors to implement and support Special Education programs and 504 Plan compliance in the Gresham-BarlowSchool District.

COMPENSATION:

Contract 235 Days;Start Date October 2026.
Salary Range: $123,628 - $139,145 plus benefits package.
This position is not part of a bargaining unit and reports directly to the Superintendent.

Essential Job Functions:

Oversee all program development and operations for the assigned programs under the guidance of the Director of Student Support Services:

Oversight includes:

• Attending special services team meetings in schools, as needed
• Locating needed resources for staff and students beyond what is available in schools
• Observing students in classrooms and recommending effective interventions
• Working with principals on assigned program area development, planning and support
• Supporting and assisting in training educational assistants in assigned programs
• Communicating with other agencies and individuals on behalf of assigned programs, as needed
• Arranging for and providing inservice training based upon program needs
• Developing, implementing and training on policies and procedures in assigned program areas
• Working with Director of Student Support Services to identify program needs
• Budget planning for assigned programs
• Designing, planning and coordinating staff development opportunities for licensed and classified staff
• Coordinating , meeting with, and guiding district connection with other districts and MESD for assigned areas
• Overseeing educational assistant support for students with disabilities in the general education setting
• Serving as a resource regarding legal issues and for conflict resolution purposes
• At the request of the principal, case manager, or Director of Student Support Services handling cases having unique demands
• Evaluating certified and classified staff for assigned programs and providing input to the Director of Student Support Services and school administration in the hiring, supervision and evaluation of licensed and classified staff in assigned programs not evaluated by the Office of Student Support Services
• Performing other duties as assigned by the Director of Student Support Services

Essential Job Requirement - Qualifications

• Holds an Oregon Administrative license or has the potential of earning one by start date
• A minimum of 3 years experience working with students with disabilities
• Knowledge of Regular and Special Education Law
• Effective and demonstrated skills in:
  • Leadership
  • Planning, development and evaluating special education programs
  • Communication, both in writing and orally
  • Conflict resolution
  • Mediation
  • Interpersonal skills with individuals, teams and groups (student, parent, educator, specialist, administrator and support staff)
  • Working collaboratively with various groups within the school and in the community
  • Providing curriculum and instructional strategy consultation
  • Presenting to small and large groups for staff development
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving and development of solutions
  • Planning and facilitating meetings
  • Gaining consensus in groups and among varied audiences

Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment.
Applicants with culturally diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
*Applications must be submitted to Frontline Recruiting and Hiring by the closing date in order to be considered for the position.
Gresham-Barlow School District recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of this district and the board of education that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups in any educational programs, activities or employment. Gresham-Barlow provides equal access to individuals with disabilities.
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