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What they do
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.
$121,540 / year median in Maryland
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Education Director
- Elementary/Middle School
- Full Time
- Rockville, MD
- Posted 4 days agoEducation Director
- Elementary/Middle SchoolTLC
- The Treatment and Learning Centers, Inc.
WebsiteTLC
- The Treatment and Learning Centers, Inc.
Full job descriptionThe Katherine Thomas School, a Program of TLC-The Treatment and Learning Centers in Rockville, is recognized in the community as a leading, cutting-edge school that has been serving the community for over 25 years, providing educational services to students with special needs. EOEThe school seeks to hire a full-time Lower/Middle School Education Director to start with the 2026/2027 school year. This is a 12-month position.
In collaboration with the Lower/Middle School Director, the Education Director is responsible for developing, implementing, and supervising educational programs, including supervising instructional teams, overseeing implementation of IEPs, developing student schedules, supporting students, staff, and families, and ensuring compliance with MSDE requirements.
Salary of $90,000 to $115,000, based on experience and education.
Experience and Skills:
Required Experience for the
Education Director:
The ideal candidate for the Education Director should be an experienced educator who understands the needs of early childhood school students and is knowledgeable about curriculum for this grade level. Additionally, it is anticipated that he/she should have:
- Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills
- Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism and collaboration with the school community
- Demonstrate the ability to enhance teaching and learning through curriculum assessment and strategic planning for all learners
- MUST hold a valid professional certificate/license as a special education supervisor or special education principal, or a valid professional teaching certificate or license in special education
- A master's degree in special education
- MSDE special educator licensure required
- Experience working in a setting focused on language-based learning disabilities for students in grades preschool-grade 3Materials required to complete the application process for the Early Childhood Education Director include:
- A letter of interest
- A current resume
- A list of 3 references with contact information
- A statement of educational philosophy
Job Benefits:
Benefits for the
Education Director Include:
- Small classes
- Leave Benefits
- personal and sick leave
- Paid Holidays
- Educational Opportunities
- Health insurance, Dental, Vision, FSA
- 403B Plan
- LTD and other Voluntary Benefits
- Free Parking
- Longevity Bonus
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance