Director of Special Education​/Dyslexia

Position: Director of Special Education / Dyslexia
CONNALLY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB TITLE:

Director of Special Education / Dyslexia WAGE/HOUR:
Exempt/Professional

REPORTS TO:

Senior Director of Support PAY GRADE: 7 / $83,412 - $114,419

DEPARTMENT:
Central Office DAYS: 226

ROLE AND

PURPOSE:

The Director of Special Education / Dyslexia leads the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of

special education, dyslexia, Section 504, and related services across the district to ensure strong outcomes for

students with disabilities and students requiring specialized literacy support. Reporting to the Senior Director of

Support, this role oversees district wide systems that ensure compliance with federal and state requirements while

driving instructional quality, service delivery effectiveness, and equitable access to high-quality education. This role

directly supervises the Coordinator of LPC/504 and ensures alignment across special education, Section 504, and

dyslexia systems.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

* Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required.

* Master's degree in Special Education, Educational Leadership, Curriculum and Instruction, or

related field preferred.

* Valid certification in Special Education required.

* Valid Texas administrator certification preferred.

Experience:

* Minimum of seven (7) years of successful experience in special education, dyslexia, related

services, or a closely related field.

* Campus- or district-level leadership experience required.

* Experience overseeing compliance systems, evaluation processes, ARD/IEP implementation, and

service delivery preferred.

* Experience supervising staff, managing complex systems, and driving continuous improvement

initiatives preferred.

Other Requirements:

* Strong commitment to equity and improving outcomes for historically underserved student

populations.

* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, families, staff, and

community partners.

* Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment in sensitive matters.

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/

SKILLS:

* Strong knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, dyslexia laws, Child Find requirements, and related federal,

state, and local regulations.

* Knowledge of MTSS, inclusive instructional practices, accommodations, modifications, and specially

designed instruction.

* Expertise in evaluation processes, ARD/IEP development, reevaluation requirements, and compliance

systems.

* Ability to lead district wide systems and processes with a high degree of consistency, urgency, and

precision.

* Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.

* Ability to analyze data, identify root causes, and drive continuous improvement.

* Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex

requirements clearly to multiple audiences.

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and relevant data systems.

MAJOR

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

I. DISTRICT STRATEGY AND SYSTEM DESIGN

* Design and implement a coherent district wide strategy for special education, dyslexia, Section 504,

and related services aligned to district priorities and student outcome goals.

* Ensure alignment between special populations services and core instructional systems, including

Tier 1 instruction and MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports).

* Establish clear expectations, systems, and routines to drive consistent implementation across

campuses.

* Ensure special populations services are fully integrated into the district's broader academic and

instructional strategy and do not operate as a separate system.

II. COMPLIANCE AND RISK MANAGEMENT

* Ensure full compliance with IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act), Section 504,

dyslexia requirements, and all applicable federal, state, and local requirements.

* Oversee evaluation timelines, ARD/IEP processes, documentation systems, and service delivery

records to ensure audit readiness and legal compliance.

* Lead preparation for audits, monitoring activities, and required reporting, and address findings with

urgency and precision.

* Identify and proactively mitigate system-level compliance risks and ensure compliance is

embedded in daily practice rather than dependent on individual staff knowledge.

III. PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION AND SERVICE DELIVERY

* Ensure high-quality implementation of special education, dyslexia, and related services across all

campuses.

* Monitor fidelity of instructional programs, interventions, accommodations, and service delivery

models.

* Ensure students receive appropriate services, supports, and accommodations aligned to

individualized needs.

* Establish systems to monitor service delivery effectiveness, including progress monitoring and

outcome tracking.

* Align service delivery to improve student access to rigorous, grade-level instruction.

IV. EVALUATION, CHILD FIND, AND ARD/IEP SYSTEMS

* Ensure strong Child Find processes, including identification, referral, and evaluation systems.

* Oversee evaluation quality and ensure alignment between evaluation…