Administrator of Special Education
Job in
New Canaan, Connecticut, 06840, USA
Listed on 2026-03-12
Listing for:
New Canaan Public Schools
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-03-12
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Education Administration, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Academic, School Counselor
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: New Canaan
General
Summary:
Coordinates special education compliance; assists in the design, development and delivery of special education programs and services appropriate for students with disabilities in grades 5-8. The Special Education Administrator assists with staffing, budgeting, data collection and reporting, staff development, and program implementation and evaluation for identified special education programs.
Responsibilities:- Conducts review of assigned special education documents so as to ensure compliance with district procedures, state, and federal laws: identifies areas of need and works with Assistant Superintendent of Pupil and Family Services to develop and implement programs to address those needs.
- Assists the Assistant Superintendent of Pupil and Family Services with the identification and selection of scientific, research-based instructional strategies and interventions for students with disabilities to enable them to progress in the general education curriculum and meet district and state standards.
- Coordinates and supervises identified programs for students with disabilities.
- Assists in communicating with parents and staff members regarding evaluation, programming, placement, services and rights of students with disabilities.
- Chairs building Planning and Placement Team meetings with administration.
- Assists with the recruitment, selection, assessment and evaluation of special education teachers and related services staff.
- Assists the Assistant Superintendent of Pupil and Family Services with the pupil services staff professional learning.
- Assists in the preparation of federal, state and local reports on special education under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent of Pupil and Family Services.
- Coordinates the implementation of data collection processes and assists in verifying data accuracy using available technology.
- Coordinates the development of and supervises the implementation of the special education transportation and the extended school year program for students with disabilities.
- Holds current Connecticut State certification in Administration and Supervision (092).
- Successful experience and leadership abilities in the area of special education or related services.
Applicants must apply on line s-k12.org and upload a resume, cover letter, transcripts, copy of appropriate CT certification, and three letters of recommendation.
Postings current as of 2/20/2026 3:50:30 AM CST.
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