Special Programs Manager South Carolina

Company Intro

Frustrated with cookie‑cutter education models? So are we. At The Heron Institute, we create schools that adapt to real‑world needs—because every community deserves a chance to thrive.

Anticipated Salary: $60,000‑$70,000

Time Off Plan: 25 days of PTO plus MLK Day, Presidents' Day, Spring Break, Memorial Day, Week of July 4th, and Labor Day.

• Lead, supervise, and evaluate Speech‑Language Pathologists and School Psychologists.
• Provide ongoing guidance, support, and mentorship to foster professional growth.
• Ensure all staff adhere to professional standards and state or district regulations.
• Oversee the development and implementation of comprehensive service delivery models for students requiring speech‑language and psychological services.
• Collaborate with educational staff, administrators, and families to design and modify individualized education programs (IEPs) and intervention plans.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to special education services, including assessments, IEPs, and documentation.
• Review and approve reports, evaluations, and intervention plans for accuracy and quality.
• Plan and facilitate professional development opportunities for the SLPs and School Psychologists.
• Stay current with research and best practices in the fields of speech‑language pathology and school psychology, sharing relevant insights.
• Act as a liaison between speech‑language pathologists, school psychologists, administrators, teachers, and families to promote a holistic approach to student support.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss student progress and implement effective intervention strategies.

The position has 3‑6 indirect reports and includes responsibilities such as interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; and resolving complaints.

• Bachelor’s degree
• One (1) year of ELL Teacher experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• Pedagogical knowledge of content and critical‑thinking application
• Knowledge of state content standards and ability to align them with K‑12 curriculum
• Ability to embrace change and adapt for excellent student outcomes
• Independent problem‑solving and high organizational skills
• Understanding of deadline interdependencies across multiple projects
• Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week
• Professional home office with reliable high‑speed internet, 9‑5 or 8‑4 schedule
• Ability to travel as required (average once per month and/or up to 25% of time)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and Power Point
• Ability to rapidly learn new technologies and programs
• Maintain teacher certification/professional development hours in K‑12 systems
• Clear required background check
• Valid SC educator certificate and experience in special education

• Benefits: health care, dental, life insurance, and retirement through PEBA
• Work from home 8 am‑4 pm without commute or lunch duty
• Laptop provided and eligibility for internet reimbursement

All staff must reside in South Carolina. The position is remote with the following travel expectations:

• Attend local student outing 1‑2 times per semester
• Attend in‑person professional development 1‑3 times per semester
• Attend back‑to‑school professional development in July (1‑3 consecutive days)
• Participate in in‑person student testing
• Additional details on travel will be provided during the interview process

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. The position is full‑time. Employment is at‑will as governed by South Carolina law. South Carolina Learns is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law.