Special Education Program Manager

Position Overview

Join Devereux Educational Strategies and Solutions (DESS) as a Special Education Program Manager and lead programs that transform the educational experience for students in grades K–12. This is an opportunity to shape innovative solutions, support staff development, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations—all while fostering positive outcomes for students and educators.

Commute from home office to school sites in County (Reading School District) for supervision, training, and consultation sessions.

• Competitive Compensation ($85,000 - $100,000 per year) with time off benefits starting on day one
• Excellent health benefits, effective 30 days after employment
• Tuition and student loan assistance through our ASCEND Program
• A company with a rich history supporting those along the autism spectrum
• Opportunity to engage with an organization that embraces Servant Leadership principles
• Hybrid schedule combining on-site and work-from-home capabilities

You will oversee special education, emotional-support classrooms, supervise professionals and paraprofessionals, and manage projects that drive quality and efficiency.

• Program Supervision:
  Lead Special Education Emotional Support Classroom programs; supervise staff; ensure compliance with special education regulations
• Program Management:
  Direct staffing and hiring; collaborate with operations and district leadership; maintain compliance and operational efficiency
• Project Management:
  Develop and manage projects with attention to quality, outcomes, and budgetary practices
• Professional Development:
  Design and deliver engaging training for educators and staff; evaluate outcomes and create implementation resources
• Leadership:
  Foster a culture of servant leadership through coaching, feedback, and team development

Education & Certifications (Required):

• Master’s degree in Special Education or related field
• Valid PA Level II Teaching Certification & or a Principal certification

Preferred Education:

• Ed.D. or Ph.D. in Education or related field, or enrollment/eligibility for an Ed.D. or Ph.D. program
• PA Department of Education certification (Supervisor of Special Education, Pupil Services, Principal, or Education Administration)
• BCBA certification

Experience (Required):

• Minimum five years (two of which must be in leadership capacity) experience in an educational setting working with individuals with emotional and behavioral needs and/or other special education populations
• Proficient computer skills, mastery of Microsoft Office Applications, experience with data collection/analyzing platforms
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently, prioritize, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and adhere to established guidelines
• Valid driver's license must be maintained

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year. Our mission:
Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.

• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services
• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance
• Generous time‑off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage
• Employee assistance / work‑life balance program

EOE. Devereux is a drug‑free workplace, drug screening required.