Assistant Director for Special Education

Assistant Director for Special Education Milton Public Schools Milton Public Schools - Milton, Massachusetts Open in

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5660825

Application Deadline:

May 08, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted:

Yesterday Starting Date:

Aug 17, 2026 Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS

1.Master's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university in field of specialty. 2.Appropriate and valid Massachusetts Certification per regulations of the Massachusetts Department of Education. 3.At a minimum (5) years of successful experience as a special education teacher. 4.Demonstrated aptitude for innovative development of curriculum; i.e. projects, curriculum workshops, and/or associated staff training and orientation. 5.Practical experience in special education leadership. 6.Possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal 7.Possess excellent organizational skills and problem solving skills. 8.Proven ability in interpersonal skills. 9.Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the School Department may find appropriate and acceptable.

REPORTS TO

Administrator of Pupil Personnel and Services

SUPERVISES

All professional special education staff and related service providers in grades K-12 who are assigned by the Director of Pupil Personnel and Services.

JOB GOAL

To insure that each student in the district receives the richest educational experience the district can provide by exhibiting leadership in: the development, implementation and coordination of special education; the improvement in the quality of instruction; and the availability of appropriate resources.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

(include but are not limited to): 1.Provides leadership in enforcing school and administrative policies and special education regulations. 2.Assists the Administrator of Pupil Personnel Services in all areas of special education, educational stability, medicare, and special education transportation. 3.Supports the implementation of 504 Accommodation plans, including eligibility, testing and oversight as assigned. 4.Provides programmatic consultation, oversight, and development to district-wide programming as assigned. 5.Develops, leads, and evaluates district PD for special education and regular education staff, including paraprofessionals, as assigned. 6.Participates in district-wide special education meetings as assigned, including team, school, and district. 7.Participates in fiscal planning of special education budgeting and management. 8.Supervises and evaluates staff as assigned 9.Participates in district-wide presentations as assigned, such as SEPAC, School Committee, Inclusion Task Force 10.Evaluates and reviews the performance of all professional staff assigned in accordance with contractual and administrative procedures 11.Works with building principals in the improvement of individual staff competencies. 12.Meets with other department heads to promote interdisciplinary programs. 13.Keeps informed on educational innovations and trends as they relate to department concerns. 14.Seeks, writes, and manages grants applicable to the special education department in coordination with the Administrator for Pupil Personnel and Services, the Assistant Superintendent, and the Superintendent. 15.Performs such other related tasks and assumes such other related responsibilities as may from time to time be assigned by the Assistant Superintendent and or the Superintendent of Schools. 16. Coordinates the Extended School Year program The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of those in this classification.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Per Unit B Contract

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with procedures established in the contract on the evaluation of administrative personnel.

SALARY:

Per Unit B Contract Position Type:

Full-time Job Categories:

Administration > Assistant Principal/Dean/Head Special Education > General Special Education Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities Welcome to Milton Public Schools The Community Milton is a contemporary suburban community in eastern Massachusetts that prides itself on a rich historical heritage, tree-lined streets, and acres of protected open space. Milton is unique in that it has the most privately and publicly conserved land within 20 miles of Boston, giving the town a bucolic atmosphere in close proximity to the cultural and business opportunities in the Greater Boston area. Milton residents have quick access to major highways such as Routes 128, Interstate 93 and Interstate 95. Residents can also access the Red Line into Boston via the Mattapan Trolley.

Facts Total area:

13.28 square miles

Population:

25,855 (2004)

Households:

9,800 (2004) Population per

Square Mile:

1,999 The School System The Milton Public Schools serves approximately 3,900 students in four elementary schools, one middle school and one high school. In addition Milton offers a developmental preschool, before and after school programs and summer school programs. All six of the district's buildings have been rebuilt or updated to state-of-the-art facilities. Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer The Milton Public School system does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, gender identity, transgender status, gender transitioning, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, pregnancy/parenting status, marital status, sexual orientation, homelessness, or military status, in any of its programs, activities or operations. These include, but are not limited to, admissions, equal access to programs and activities, hiring and firing of staff, provision of and access to programs and services, as well as selection of volunteers, vendors and employers recruiting at the Milton Public Schools. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, students, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Danielle Whitmore, Director of Student Services, 617-696-5040, X5574. Job Requirements Proper DESE License required. At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred. Master degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required Application Questions There are no application questions required for this job posting. Contact Information Human Resources - Milton Public Schools 25 Gile Road Milton, Massachusetts 02186

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