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The Director of Special Education and Student Support Services, under the Superintendent’s guidance, and as a key member of the district leadership team, is responsible for creating and implementing a strategic vision and action plan for these essential services: special education, Section 504, health services, and support for homeless students. Key tasks include ensuring alignment with district goals and compliance with state and federal laws, driving continuous program improvement through data analysis, collaborating with school and district leaders to lead implementation of our strategic plan, and overseeing special education-specific professional development.
The Director fosters collaboration among staff, families, and community partners to promote inclusive practices, high quality instruction, specially designed instruction, and strong student outcomes. Additionally, the role involves leadership in direct mentorship and development of special education staff, conflict resolution, stakeholder engagement, and maintaining high standards of quality assurance across all services. The Director also hires and contracts with related services providers and oversees their services. A successful background check is required.
Requirements
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minnesota Director of Special Education Licensure required.
- Minnesota Teaching License required.
- Experience as a Special Education Administrator, Special Education Supervisor, or Special Education Coordinator
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
- Experience as a Principal, Assistant Principal, or other curriculum advisor or due process compliance officer desired.
- Experience supervising student support services.
- Experience with providing or overseeing special education in a charter school or small school district.
District Application Guidelines
POSITION STATUS: Full-time-1.0 FTE, 260 days per year, year-round position
as per contract
START DATE: 2025-2026 school year
COMPENSATION: $99,000-120,000 Per Year
BENEFITS: Health Insurance, Dental Coverage, Paid Time Off (PTO), TRA or PERA Contributions, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and access to a range of additional benefits, such as short-term disability and accident insurance.
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