Network Evaluation Specialist

DSST Public Schools • Denver, CO

2d • $67,500 - $81,100 • Onsite

About The Position

DSST’s Network Evaluation Specialists are experienced educators who ensure students with disabilities receive high-quality, legally defensible special education evaluations across our network. These specialists play a key leadership role in delivering comprehensive evaluations, collaborating closely with school-based teams, and helping ensure every student is known, valued, and challenged to reach their most ambitious post-secondary path. This role is part of our Home Office Special Education Team and will serve both middle and high school students, including those in mild/moderate and center-based programming.

Requirements

• Special Education Experience: 6+ years as a School Psychologist, School Social Worker, or Special Education Teacher (middle/high school)
• Significant experience with administering standardized assessments, root cause analysis, and writing comprehensive evaluation reports
• Special Education Leadership Experience: 2+ Years experience in a teacher leader role (i.e. SpEd Coordinator, House/Department Lead)
• Extensive experience administering a variety of standardized assessments, conducting root cause analysis and writing holistic, comprehensive evaluation reports.
• Education & Licensure: Bachelor's Degree required from accredited university and advanced degree for School Social Work or School Psychologist Candidates.
• Hold a valid Colorado special education or special service provider endorsement.

Nice To Haves

• Because of the unique nature of this role, we are seeking an experienced, certified Special Education Teacher or licensed School Social Worker or School Psychologist who is flexible and has strong skills in communicating and building relationships with adults and students.
• Strong candidates for the Network Evaluation Specialist role should have a demonstrated ability to respond flexibly to a changing work environment, to build positive relationships with a variety of stakeholders, and communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Proven commitment to and experience with serving students of color, students with disabilities, and/or multilingual students.

Responsibilities

• SPECIAL EDUCATION CASE MANAGEMENT: (80%) Conduct academic assessments and write holistic, strengths-based evaluation reports
• Support multiple evaluations across various DSST schools each week
• Work 4–5 days/week in schools across Denver and Aurora
• Receive ongoing coaching and support from DSST’s Home Office SpEd team
• COMMUNICATION AND COLLABORATION (20%): Partner with school Special Education teams and leaders on evaluation timelines, logistics, and follow-up
• Communicate with general educators, families, and outside providers as needed
• Maintain regular collaboration with the Home Office SpEd Team

Benefits

• Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits: Competitive pay and a Total Rewards package that includes fertility and adoption support, educator-focused mental-health care, and everyday perks like Safeway grocery discounts.
• Growth & Opportunity: Weekly 1:1 coaching, data-driven feedback, and clear career pathways such as Apprentice Teacher and Emerging Leader.
• Rewards & Recognition: Core Value and TOAST Awards, milestone celebrations, and the signature Flower Person Award honoring staff who help our community flourish.
• Whole Human Wellness: Access to the Therapist of Color Collaborative, Wellness Wednesdays, comprehensive health coverage, and six weeks of paid parental leave.
• Thriving in Colorado: Time to recharge with 11+ weeks off each year, relocation support for out of state applicants, and local discounts that help you enjoy life in our beautiful sunshine filled state.

What This Job Offers

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