Special Education Academic Program Administrator

Special Education Academic Program Administrator

The Special Education Academic Program Administrator serves as an instructional leader responsible for supporting high-quality special education programming and improving outcomes for students with disabilities. This role provides coaching, supervision, and professional development to special education teachers and educational assistants while partnering with school leaders to ensure effective implementation of individualized education programs (IEPs) and evidence-based instructional practices.

The Special Education Academic Program Administrator uses student performance data, classroom observations, and progress monitoring information to strengthen instructional practices, support program implementation, and drive continuous improvement. This position collaborates closely with special education staff, related service providers, building leaders, and families to ensure students receive meaningful access to instruction and services aligned with their individual needs.

While this role supports compliance with federal and state special education requirements and serves as a resource to staff regarding special education practices, it is not primarily responsible for due process management or procedural compliance oversight.

Prodeo Academy, a network of public charter schools serving the Twin Cities, is a meaningful education solution that is closing the opportunity gap through data-driven instruction in a culture based on a foundation of five core values:
Perseverance, Respect, Integrity, Development, and Engagement. Shared expectations around these values enhance the opportunity for our scholars to reach their full potential. We are looking for team members committed to helping our students access greater opportunities, achieve future success, and contribute to the vitality of our community.

The following duties represent the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Instructional Leadership and Coaching

• Provide ongoing instructional coaching, supervision, and professional development to special education teachers and educational assistants.
• Conduct regular classroom observations and coaching cycles focused on evidence-based instructional practices, specially designed instruction, and inclusive service delivery.
• Support teachers in the development and implementation of high-quality IEP goals, accommodations, modifications, progress monitoring systems, and service plans.
• Facilitate professional learning opportunities aligned to network priorities, special education best practices, and student needs.
• Promote collaboration between special education and general education staff to increase inclusive practices and student access to grade-level curriculum.

Program Coordination and Implementation

• Support the implementation of special education programs and services across assigned schools.
• Monitor the quality and effectiveness of service delivery models, including co-teaching, supplemental instruction, and specialized programming.
• Assist school teams in implementing behavioral, academic, and social-emotional supports for students with disabilities.
• Serve as an administrative designee at IEP meetings, when appropriate.
• Collaborate with related service providers and school staff to ensure coordinated service delivery.
• Support planning and implementation of Extended School Year (ESY) services and other specialized programming.

Data Analysis and Continuous Improvement

• Analyze student outcome data, including progress monitoring, universal screening, state assessment, and IEP goal performance data, to identify trends and guide instructional decision-making.
• Support teachers in the effective use of assessment platforms and data systems, including Fast Bridge and other network assessment tools.
• Lead data reviews focused on student growth, intervention effectiveness, and special education program outcomes.
• Conduct program evaluations and support continuous improvement initiatives aligned to network goals.
• Utilize data to inform staffing, service delivery, professional development, and resource allocation recommendations.

Special Education Compliance Support

• Support implementation of special education services in accordance with student IEPs and applicable federal and state regulations.
• Serve as a resource to staff regarding special education procedures, accommodations, modifications, and discipline considerations for students with disabilities.
• Partner with the Director of Special Education, DPCs, and evaluation staff to support compliant implementation of special education processes.
• Assist in monitoring service delivery and documentation practices to ensure fidelity and alignment with student needs.
• Participate in corrective action planning, monitoring activities, and compliance reviews as assigned.

Leadership and Collaboration

• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and evaluation…