Director of Special Education

at Woodland Hills School District, North Braddock, United States

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Closing date

25 November 2026

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Type of post

Teaching

Contract

Full-Time

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2 November 2026, on a public job listing

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WOODLAND HILLS SCHOOL DISTRICT POSITION TITLE: Director of Special Education REPORTS TO: Assistant to the Superintendent for Administrative Services LOCATION: Central Office Purpose of Position: Accountable for planning, organizing, and implementing educational programs and individual prescriptions to meet the needs of exceptional children who cannot sufficiently benefit from regular classroom programs. Education and Experience Minimum of a master's degree in education, Educational Leadership, Special Education, School Psychology, Pupil Personnel Services, or a closely related field required.and valid certification as a school administrator or supervisor in education. Minimum Experience: Five (5) years of successful experience in special education. At least three (3) years of leadership, supervisory, or central office administrative experience preferred. Licensing Requirements Pennsylvania K-12 Principal Certification and/or Pennsylvania Supervisor of Special Education Certification Superintendent Letter of Eligibility preferred. Key Responsibilities Special Education Leadership and Compliance Serve as the district leader responsible for the administration, oversight, and continuous improvement of special education programs and services. Ensure compliance with all federal and state laws, regulations, and reporting requirements related to special education, gifted education, Section 504, and student support services. Direct and supervise student identification, evaluation, placement, programming, and due process procedures for students with disabilities and gifted students. Oversee extended school year services, School-Based ACCESS programs, and specialized programming to ensure students receive appropriate supports. Coordinate services and transition planning for students entering and exiting district programs, including collaboration with Early Intervention providers and post-secondary agencies. Student Placement and Educational Programming Supervise educational programming and placement decisions for students served within district programs and in out-of-district placements. Coordinate with transportation services to ensure students' transportation needs are met for both regular and extended school-year programming. Provide oversight and collaboration regarding charter schools, cyber charter schools, approved private schools, and homeschool programs serving students with disabilities or gifted needs. Review and monitor student discipline procedures to ensure compliance with federal and state special education requirements. Leadership and Team Development Determine staffing needs and participate in the recruitment, screening, selection, assignment, supervision, and evaluation of special education and student support personnel. Collaborate with building administrators to support evaluation processes and staff development initiatives. Develop and implement professional learning opportunities that strengthen instructional practices, compliance, and

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