Executive Director of Special Education

# Executive Director of Special Education Barnstable Public Schools(Search conducted by Teaching & Learning Alliance)
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Job Description
** Executive Director of Special Education*
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* Start Date:

** July 1, 2026  
** Position Type:
** Full-Time, 12-Month Administrative Appointment  
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* Reports To:

** Superintendent of Schools    
** Position Overview
** Barnstable Public Schools seeks an accomplished and visionary Executive Director of Special Education to  provide district-wide leadership, strategic direction, and oversight of all special education programs and services.  The Executive Director ensures equitable, high-quality, and compliant services for students with disabilities in  alignment with School Committee policy, district priorities, Massachusetts Department of Elementary and  Secondary Education regulations, and federal law.

** Key Responsibilities
** 1 Lead the long-term strategic vision for special education aligned with district goals and values.  2 Ensure full compliance with all federal and state special education laws and regulations.  3 Supervise, evaluate, mentor, and support special education administrators and staff.  4 Collaborate with principals and district leaders to ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery.  5 Oversee inclusive, research-based instructional and behavioral programs for students with disabilities.  

6 Develop and manage special education budgets, grants, Medicaid billing, and Circuit Breaker  reimbursements.  7 Analyze district and school-level data to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.  8 Serve as district liaison to the Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC).  9 Communicate effectively with families, staff, the School Committee, and community stakeholders.  10 Advise the Superintendent on policy matters and collective bargaining issues related to special education.

** Qualifications
* * 1 Advanced degree in educational administration or a closely related field; doctorate preferred.  2 Valid Massachusetts licensure as a Special Education Administrator.  3 Minimum of seven (7) years of supervisory or administrative leadership experience in special education.  4 Demonstrated knowledge of IDEA, Massachusetts regulations, and inclusive service delivery models.  5 Proven experience leading complex systems change and organizational improvement.  6 Strong data literacy and ability to use data to guide planning and student outcomes.  

7 Exceptional communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

** Terms of Employment:
** 12-month administrative appointment; regionally competitive salary and comprehensive  benefits package commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Barnstable Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages candidates from diverse  backgrounds to apply.

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Job Location:

Barnstable, MAJob Category:

Other

Employment Type:

Full Time Salary Information:$145,000 - $165,000
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