A Director of Special Education is responsible for the planning, development, coordination, and management of all special education programs, services, budgets and personnel. Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations governing the delivery of services to students with disabilities.
Educational Team Leader•Hildreth School
Marlborough Public Schools
Hildreth School•Marlborough, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Marlborough Public Schools
Job Details
Job ID:
5826745
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Jul 09, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Title of Position:
Educational Team Leader•Hildreth School
Out of District and PAWS (Perseverance, Achievement, Wellness, and Success)
Academy Salary:
As per the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Marlborough School Committee
and the Marlborough School Administrators Association
Work Year:
2026-2027 School Year 12 month/218 working days, as per the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Marlborough School
Committee and the Marlborough School Administrators Association
Effective Date of Employment:
As Soon As Possible
Organizational Relationship or Line of Authority:
Works under the supervision of the
Director of Special Education Statement of Duties:
Supervises and evaluates Special Education Staff for PAWS
Works closely with Principals/Directors on Special Education Staffing including assisting with hiring of Special Education Staff and in collaboration with the Director of PAWS Academy. Coordinates out of District placements for the District
Serves as Chairperson for Team meetings
Oversees referral process, Team meeting process, and adherence to Individualized Education Programs based upon eligibility guidelines in accordance with federal and state requirements
Responsible for ensuring that all timelines are met and all required paperwork is completed within mandated timelines Ensures that all services for students identified as special needs are implemented
Assists with the oversight of the distribution of special education paraprofessionals and behavior technicians within the buildings.
Oversee and ensure scheduling/assignments of paraprofessionals and behavior technicians within the buildings as per student IEPs
Organize and facilitate monthly special education staff meetings in buildings
Provide professional development activities and in-service training to staff regarding instructional practices, accommodations, modifications and provision services to students
Ensures adherence to Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) Coordinated Program Review Standards
Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent, Director of PAWS, Director of Special Education, and/or building administrator/supervisor
Qualifications:
Master's degree from an accredited institution
DESE Certification as Special Education Administrator or as a Director/Supervisor with Special Education Teacher License and SEI Endorsement. Applicants working towards such DESE licenses are welcome to apply.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Special Education Teacher or equivalent as deemed appropriate
Ability to organize, work well with people, direct, supervise, evaluate and motivate others to get results
Demonstrated knowledge of Massachusetts and federal special education laws, regulations, eligibility criteria and ability to implement the special education process to ensure compliance
Knowledge of Individualized Education Programs and related IEP software programs
Possesses thorough working knowledge of nature and complexities of a variety of learning disabilities
Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with all school personnel and parents
Bilingual (Spanish and/or Portuguese) preferred.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of the Marlborough Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, national origin, color, homelessness, sexual orientation, gender identity, age or disability in its education programs, services, activities, or employment practices.