Managing Director of Special Education

Neighborhood Charter Schools • New York, NY

23d • $160,000 - $170,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Managing Director of Special Education is responsible for defining the vision for special education and inclusion at NCS to ensure equity and inclusion for all students. As part of this role, the Managing Director will be responsible for setting the strategy for implementing the vision, especially as NCS shifts from a K-8 to a K-12 model. The Managing Director will work with the executive leadership team to build and maintain strong systems and programming for students with disabilities across the network.
As a senior organizational leader, the Managing Director of Special Education also serves as a cultural standard-setter for the network. Grounded in a deep belief in equity for all students, the MDSE models NCS’s LIGHT values in practice, sets clear expectations for how leaders work together, and inspires teams to pursue system-wide change in service of students and communities.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Special Education or related field preferred
• NY State Teaching Certification required
• A minimum of 4 years of school leadership and professional management experience
• Proven effectiveness as a special education teacher or service provider.
• Strong knowledge and experience in best practices for students with disabilities, including autistic students
• A commitment to contributing to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive setting
• Effective organizational and time management skills
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work productively with all stakeholders
• Effective communicator in public and interpersonal settings

Nice To Haves

• NYS SBL/SDL certification preferred, or willingness to participate in an accredited SBL/SDL program to pursue certification

Responsibilities

• Define and Uphold the Vision for Special Education for K-12
• Lead, Manage, and Develop School and Network Leaders
• Build and Sustain Strong Special Education Systems
• Refine and Codify the K–8 Special Education Model Aligned to the High School Vision

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager