Supervisor - Special Education (Early Intervention and Preschool)

Lincoln Intermediate Unit 12; New Oxford (Adams County); On-site; USD 87,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Life insurance

Paid time off

PSERS retirement

EAP

Job summary

Lincoln Intermediate Unit 12 in New Oxford, PA seeks a Supervisor of Special Education for Early Intervention and Preschool. You will lead planning, operation, and evaluation of classroom programs in line with IDEA, OCDEL, and the IU's SPED plan.

Responsibilities include staff supervision and professional development, managing budgets and resources, and collaborating with families, agencies, and community partners to foster inclusive learning environments for students with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in special education or related field required.
• PA Special Education Supervisory certificate or Principal certificate required; Principal preferred.
• 3–5 years of successful teaching or administrative experience in Special Education.
• Knowledge of IDEA Part B (Section 619), IDEA Part C, and related regulations.
• Experience with IFSP/IEP development and due process procedures.
• Experience supervising staff and providing professional development.
• Ability to plan, budgets, and manage resources for special education services.

Responsibilities

• This position provides leadership and vision for Early Intervention/Preschool programs.
• Plan, operate, and evaluate classroom programs per directives from PA DOE/OCDEL.
• Lead staff supervision, evaluation, and professional development.
• Collaborate with staff, families, agencies, and community partners to support students.
• Manage budgets, staffing, and resources for special education services.

Skills

Staff supervision

Effective communication

Budgeting & resource management

Confidential information handling

Collaboration with families/agencies

Time management

Instructional technology

Education

Master's degree in special education or related field

Pennsylvania Special Education Supervisory certificate or K-12 Principal certificate

Tools

Student Information Systems

Instructional technology tools

Job description

Supervisor - Special Education (Early Intervention and Preschool) JobID: 4706

• Position Type:
  Administration/Supervisory/ Supervisor of Special Education
  
• Date Posted:
  11/10/2026
  
• Location:
  New Oxford Central Office, New Oxford, PA
  
• Date Available:
  Immediate Opening
  
• Closing Date:
  11/22/2026
  

Program

Early Intervention and Preschool

Description

This position assists the Associate Director of Early Intervention Preschool in providing leadership and vision for the Early Intervention program. This includes planning, operating, and evaluating classroom programs in accordance with Lincoln Intermediate Unit Special Education Plan directives from the PA Department of Education or Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL), Bureau of Early Intervention.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in special education or related field
• Pennsylvania Special Education Supervisory certificate or Principal (K-12) certificate required, with Principal certification preferred
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of successful teaching or administrative experience in Special Education
• Knowledge of IDEA Part B (Section 619), IDEA Part C, and federal/state regulations specific to Early Intervention and Preschool services
• Experience with IFSP/IEP development, due process procedures, and implementation of inclusive practices
• Strong skills in staff supervision, evaluation, and professional development
• Effective communication and collaboration with staff, families, agencies, and community partners
• Ability to plan, manage, and monitor budgets, staffing, and resources for special education services
• Proficiency with student information systems and instructional technology
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and fostering positive learning environments for students with disabilities

Terms of Employment

Full-time, 260 Days - Year Round

Salary

Act 93 contract range $86,911-$134,712, excellent benefit package

Benefits

The LIU offers an exceptional benefits package for eligible employees, designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage:
  Medical insurance available for anominal premium, plusfreedental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents.
• Life Insurance at No Cost:
  • Life insurance coverage equal to two times salary, with maximum limits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
  Free, confidential support for employees and dependents, includingthree counseling sessions per person, per year.
• Paid Time Off:
  Sick, Personal and Vacation days each year.
• Income Protection:
  Short-term and long-term disability coverage available.
• Retirement Benefits:
  Participation in thePublic School Employees' Retirement System (PSERS).
• Exclusive Access to the Lincoln Health and Wellness Center:
  Available to employees and covered family members (age 2+).
  No copays or deductiblesfor services provided at the center for those enrolled in the LIU medical plan.
  Learn more: https://www.lincolnhwc.com/