Special Education; P

Position: Special Education (P-12)
POSTING DATE:
February 3, 2026

CLOSING DATE:
February 16, 2026, or until filled

POSITION TITLE:

Assistant Director of Special Education

PRIMARY FUNCTION:
To assist the Director of Special Education in providing the best possible programs for all exceptional children.

REQUIREMENTS:

Educational Level: Master's Degree or higher. Valid teacher certification in any area of Special Education. Eligibility for L-5 or PL-5 in Educational Leadership prior to start date with a commitment to earn L-6 or PL-6 within five years. Teaching and/or supervisory experience totaling at least five years.

Physical

Activities:

Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities.

Proficient

Skills:

Communication

Collaboration

Mediation

Organization

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.

2. Provides system level leadership and consultation to school based administrators.

3. Provides system-level leadership and direct supervision to staff assigned.

4. Assists with providing consultative services to PEC Specialists and other school personnel on special education pupils and programs.

5. Assists with monitoring pupil accounting system for Special Education Programs.

6. Assists with planning and coordinating the activities of Special Education Personnel.

7. Assists with planning and coordinating the activities of the GA Network of Educational Therapy Services.

8. Assists with responding to and coordinating the administration of special education parental complaints and/or legal actions.

9. Assists with monitoring referrals of pupils needing special education assistance.

10. Keeps current on educational research and assists with relaying pertinent findings to staff members and all concerned.

11. Assists with preparing routine and special reports to the Superintendent, Board, staff and State Department of Education.

12. Assists with developing the Annual Comprehensive Plan for Special Education.

13. Assists with the development, administration, and implementation of the special education budget including Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) funds.

14. Assists with recommending to the Board and Superintendent the expansion of current programs and development of new ones.

15. Assists with the development and implementation of the special education specialized instruction programs.

16. Assures compliance with the state and federal regulations.

17. Assists with defining the functions and duties of the special education personnel.

18. Assists in the recruiting, interviewing, hiring and placing of special education teachers and staff.

19. Assists with the supervision and evaluation of special education staff, as appropriate.

20. Assists with supervision and evaluation of School Psychologists, as appropriate.

21. Attends related workshops and in-service programs to provide professional development. Attends other informational programs as mandated by local and state government.

22. Participates in IEP meetings/discussions to coordinate or review student health-related services covered by Medicaid.

23. Builds collaborative teams to improve the performance of students with disabilities.

24. Participates and assists with leading a professional learning community (SELT) within the Special Education department.

25. Works with principals and regular education teachers to meet the performance demands of ESSA.

26. Assists with the implementation of Senate Bill 10 rules and regulations.

27. Performs other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Special Education.

28. Advises on procedures and regulations for Student Support Teams and 504 Plans.

29. Keeps abreast of current legislation and best practices for SPED, SST, and 504.

REPORTS TO:

Executive Director of Special Education

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

External Applicants:
Apply online through Teach Georgia ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). Submit a cover letter stating interest in this specific position, a standard resume, and a list of three references with addresses and phone numbers as soon as possible.

Email your application materials to Human.

Resources by February 16, 2026

Current Employees: A letter of interest, resume, and a list of three references with addresses and phone numbers.

Email your application materials to Human.

Resources by February 16, 2026

The Douglas County School system does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, age, religion, national origin, or disability in its employment procedure.