Assistant Director of Special Programs
On-site · Caledonia, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Assistant Director of Special Programs provides leadership and guidance for implementing special education programs, coaching and training staff, delivering consultation and technical support, and collaborating with district teams to improve outcomes for students with disabilities. Responsibilities include developing and administering special services programs, evaluating and improving programs, using data-based decision-making to implement evidence-based practices, reviewing student progress, collaborating with teachers, administrators, parents and related service staff, ensuring compliance with MTSS and Child Find procedures, providing professional development for Peer to Peer/LINK programs, maintaining confidentiality, promoting equitable instruction, and coordinating with Transportation and district departments to support high-quality services.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in special education, educational leadership, early childhood, or a related field
- Valid Michigan teaching certificate with an endorsement in at least one area of special education or a valid special education licensure or certification
- At least five years of experience in special education programs/services
- Michigan approval as a Director of Special Education, or eligible for the State of Michigan approval or temporary approval as Director of Special Education pursuant to MARSE Rule 340.1771
- Knowledge of State of Michigan special education rules and regulations, staff management, corrective discipline, knowledge of state and federal special education law, and knowledge of or direct work experience with special education programs and services
Desired Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in special education, educational leadership, early childhood, or a related field
- Valid Michigan teaching certificate with an endorsement in at least one area of special education or a valid special education licensure or certification (e.g. School Social Work, Speech and Language Pathologist, School Psychologist)
- At least five years of experience in special education programs/services
- Michigan approval as a Director of Special Education, or eligible for the State of Michigan approval or temporary approval as Director of Special Education pursuant to MARSE Rule 340.1771
- Knowledge of State of Michigan special education rules and regulations, MTSS, data-based decision-making, and related laws
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