Assistant Director of Special Education - Infinity Academy

Job Title: Assistant Director of Special Education - Infinity Academy

Location: Springfield, MO (Ozark, MO 65721)

Salary: $59,000 - $70,000 annually, based on experience

• Help lead daily school operations and educational programming
• Supervise, coach, train, and support Infinity Academy staff
• Assist with student enrollment, admissions, transitions, and discharge planning
• Partner with families, guardians, staff, and community partners to support student success
• Support individualized academic, social, emotional, behavioral, and life‑skills planning
• Help maintain student records, documentation, attendance, reporting, and compliance standards
• Support positive behavior supports and intervention strategies
• Assist with parent conferences, school scheduling, staff schedules, and student activities
• Participate in staff recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, and training
• Help develop and evaluate programming that supports student growth and independence
• Model best practices in special education, student support, and team leadership

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education from an accredited college or university
• Current Missouri teaching certificate in Special Education and/or Learning Disabilities (ED or LD)
• At least six years of professional experience working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder, gifted learners, or other developmental disabilities
• At least two years of supervisory, administrative, leadership, or management experience
• Direct experience supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorder
• Experience in educational or community‑based services for individuals with developmental disabilities
• Licensed and insured driver with ability to obtain a Missouri Class E Driver’s License

• Master’s degree in Special Education or a related field
• Certification or specialized training in Autism Spectrum Disorder, Gifted Education, or High Incidence Special Education
• Experience in an alternative education setting
• Experience with positive behavior supports, behavior intervention strategies, or cognitive behavior management techniques
• Experience supporting students with emotional regulation, sensory sensitivities, executive functioning needs, or social communication needs

• Lead and support a team with consistency and empathy
• Build strong relationships with students, families, staff, and community partners
• Communicate clearly and professionally
• Balance daily operations with long‑term program goals
• Adapt in a fast‑paced school environment
• Use good judgment when supporting student, family, or staff needs
• Stay current on special education, autism services, and positive behavior support practices
• Support the mission of helping individuals with disabilities grow in independence and dignity

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance eligibility after a 0‑day waiting period
• Employer‑paid life insurance and AD&D coverage
• 403(b) retirement plan eligibility immediately, with employer match up to 4% after one year of service
• Sick and vacation accrual
• 7 paid holidays per year
• Paid day off to celebrate your birthday