Executive Director of Schools and Family Support

• Position Type:
  Administration/ Executive Director of School and Student Support Services
• Date Posted: 9/13/2026
• Location:
  
  District Wide

• District level special education service providers, special education supervisors and case managers
• Director of Climate and Culture and Assistant Director of Mental Health
• Lead teacher of preschool program and some preschool teachers
• School Health Services, through Director of Nursing
• The Welcome Center and Family Resource Centers

Twelve (12) month unaffiliated position; other terms as determined by Board of Education and Superintendent of Schools

The Executive Director will provide leadership and oversight for special education, family and community engagement, and pupil personnel services throughout the district. Additionally, they will support policy development designed to provide consistency and equity, compliance with all programs, services, resource distribution, processing and the assignment of special education and related services staff.

This description of the position of Executive Director is for identification and administrative purposes only. It is not intended to be a complete statement of all duties, which may be assigned or adjusted by the Superintendent of Schools according to varying needs.

• Effectively lead the public school district, families, and the community in improving educational outcomes for students with disabilities.
• Manage the overall resources and budget analysis/oversight responsibilities for implementation of supports and services for students with disabilities.
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with racially and culturally diverse community members, agencies, organizations, institutions, families, and educators to provide a cohesive and comprehensive system of support for students with disabilities.
• Develop, manage, evaluate, and improve the systemic implementation of policies and procedures regarding special education and pupil personnel supports and services, including the implementation of regulatory compliance measures.
• Ensure regulatory compliance related to disability and special education laws and regulations.
• Support administrators and staff in the implementation of supports and services for students, including special education, related services, and the gifted and talented.
• Review, analyze and evaluate existing programs, including student performance data, to lead strategic planning and implementation designed to achieve greater student success.
• Oversee and manage the roll-out of School Climate initiatives; lead district-based sub committees as assigned.
• Manage Homebound tutoring, medical and nursing services, and special education transportation.
• Oversee the maintenance of student records in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements to include the continuum of settings and an array of tiered instructional services.
• Provide direction for child find, intervention supports, the Individualized Education Program (IEP) and the 504 process.
• Develop and lead the strategic planning for improved academic and life outcomes for students with disabilities.
• Develop, support, and manage, in collaboration with the Superintendent, other administrators, and the New London Board of Education the annual budgeting and planning process for special education and related services.
• Manage the development and implementation of standard operating procedures and guidelines for practice.
• Manage data collection, analysis, and utilization of special education and student services.
• Cultivate effective partnerships with racially, culturally, and…