Director of Special Education

Job Description

Job Description

Qualifications

• A kind, communicative, social justice leader that seeks a special education leadership position, with a strong belief that you will prepare students to thrive in college, career, and life
• You understand the value of ensuring that every student can reach their full potential regardless of ability
• A bachelor's degree; preferably in Special Education;
• Three or more years of experience teaching students with disabilities and / or special needs in culturally, demographically, and socially diverse educational settings;
• Three to five years of experience leading special education programs;
• Experience in data-driven instruction;
• A clear understanding of standards-based curriculum and standards-based assessment;
• Experience, comfort, and success in building a positive and supportive classroom culture; and
• Used models and exemplars to drive instruction; Strong collaboration skills to ensure student success
• A Washington, D.C. teaching certification;
• A strong background in differentiated and individualized instruction;
• Experience in hands-on learning such as experiential learning or project-based learning;
• Proficiency in another language; and
• A master's degree in Education or your subject area

Responsibilities