Education Director

The Spire School • Stamford, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At The Spire School, we provide therapeutic education for college-bound students in grades 6–12. Guided by values of wellness, resilience, and individualized support, we empower students to overcome challenges and reach their potential. Join our team and make an impact that lasts. As an Education Director at Spire School, you will lead a mission-driven team dedicated to helping students with complex learning, emotional, and behavioral needs thrive academically and personally. This role blends instructional leadership, special education oversight, family partnership, and program development to ensure every student receives high-quality, individualized support in a safe and compassionate environment. You will play a key role in shaping school culture, strengthening staff development, and maintaining compliance with Connecticut special education regulations and APSEP standards. This is an opportunity for an experienced educational leader who values collaboration, innovation, and student-centered practices.

Requirements

• Connecticut Special Education certification and 092 certification
• Minimum of 5 years of educational leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of CT APSEP State Approval processes and special education compliance
• Experience supervising multidisciplinary teams in a school setting
• Excellent communication, organization, and relationship-building skills

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of specialized education services
• Oversee teachers, life coaches, academic leadership, and related service providers
• Collaborate with families, districts, and staff to support student success and IEP implementation
• Manage state reporting, compliance activities, meetings, and staff professional development
• Support a positive school culture through leadership, supervision, and student advocacy

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Extra paid school breaks (for select roles)
• Paid holidays
• Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career development programs
• Leadership training
• 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
• Life insurance
• Disability coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed