Special Education Director
About The Position
The Macon R-1 School District is searching for a Special Education Director for the 2026-2027 school year. The Director of Special Education provides leadership, oversight, and coordination of all special education programs and services within the district. This role ensures compliance with federal and state laws, supports student achievement, and promotes inclusive practices for students with disabilities. Program Leadership & Oversight Direct and supervise all special education programs (PreK-12) Develop, implement, and evaluate special education services and initiatives Ensure alignment with district goals and student achievement outcomes Promote inclusive practices Compliance & Legal Requirements Ensure compliance with IDEA, Section 504, ADA, and state regulations Oversee IEP development and implementation processes Monitor timelines, documentation, and procedural safeguards Respond to due process hearings, complaints, and audits Staff Supervision & Development Supervise special education teachers, process coordinators, paraprofessionals and related service providers Recruit, hire, and evaluate special education staff Provide professional development and instructional leadership Support staff in implementing evidence-based practices Budget & Resource Management Develop and manage the special education budget Oversee allocation of federal, state, and local funds Ensure efficient use of staffing and resources Coordinate transportation, equipment, and specialized services
Requirements
- Master's degree in Special Education, Educational Leadership, or related field (preferred)
- Valid state certification in Special Education
- Administrative certification/licensure required
Responsibilities
- Direct and supervise all special education programs (PreK-12)
- Develop, implement, and evaluate special education services and initiatives
- Ensure alignment with district goals and student achievement outcomes
- Promote inclusive practices
- Ensure compliance with IDEA, Section 504, ADA, and state regulations
- Oversee IEP development and implementation processes
- Monitor timelines, documentation, and procedural safeguards
- Respond to due process hearings, complaints, and audits
- Supervise special education teachers, process coordinators, paraprofessionals and related service providers
- Recruit, hire, and evaluate special education staff
- Provide professional development and instructional leadership
- Support staff in implementing evidence-based practices
- Develop and manage the special education budget
- Oversee allocation of federal, state, and local funds
- Ensure efficient use of staffing and resources
- Coordinate transportation, equipment, and specialized services
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
