Assistant Director of Elementary Special Education Services & Programs
Lansing School District•Lansing, MI
•Onsite
About The Position
The Assistant Director of Elementary Special Education Services and Programs supports the coordination and delivery of special education services for students in grades K –5 in compliance with IDEA, MARSE, and Michigan Department of Education (MDE) guidance. This role ensures equitable access to instruction and supports inclusive practices across the district.
Requirements
- Master’s degree or higher in Special Education, Educational Leadership, or related field preferred
- Valid Michigan School Administrator Certificate or eligibility (Special Education Supervisor approval will suffice)
- Special Education approval preferred
- Experience in elementary special education and knowledge of MARSE, MiMTSS, and Michigan accountability systems
Responsibilities
- Assist in overseeing elementary special education programs across district buildings
- Ensure compliance with MARSE requirements, including evaluation timelines, IEP implementation, and Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)
- Support IEP development, progress monitoring, and documentation in accordance with Michigan timelines and audit expectations
- Collaborate with building administrators to support implementation of Michigan’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MiMTSS)
- Monitor student achievement and program effectiveness using district and state data (e.g., M-STEP, local assessments)
- Provide leadership and guidance to special education teachers, service providers, and support staff
- Assist with dispute resolution, including parent concerns, mediation, and complaint processes aligned with MDE procedures
- Support compliance reporting, including MSDS submissions and state monitoring activities
- Facilitate and participate in scheduled data meetings
- Assist with staffing, scheduling, and allocation of resources across elementary programs
- Deliver professional development aligned with MDE initiatives and evidence-based practices
- Attend and draft IEP and MDR meetings as Case Manager and/or District Representative
- Support building administrators through guidance and collaboration, and regularly review data together
- Coach and evaluate SE Specialist(s) on supporting teachers and compliance
- Maintain good standing in Michigan Association of Administrators of Special Education (MAASE) and attend PD throughout the year to stay current on certifications
- Review IEPs for new enrollments and complete permission to place forms to share with families
- Other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
