Director of Special Education

- Position Type:
Administration/Director of Special Education - Date Posted:
10/22/2026 - Location:
OSD Administrative Offices - Date Available:
07/01/2027
| Director of Special Education | JobID: 3989 |
Position Title: Director of Special Education FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Curriculum and Instruction Reports to: Deputy Superintendent-Chief
Academic Officer
Location: OSD Central Office Salary Scales: District Admin B
Position Type: Full-Time Salary Range: $86,207-$116,194
Description of Position: The job of "Director of Special Education" implements and maintains Special
Education programs and services in conformance to District, State and Federal objectives; providing
written support and/or conveying information; serving as a resource to patrons, school personnel and
the School Board, and maintaining adequate staffing to ensure objectives of programs and services are
achieved within budget.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages fiscal resources from the General Fund and special education grants, prepares budgets and
directs spending, and monitors maintenance of effort, for the purpose of fiscal efficiency in providing
required services. (25%)
Develops proposals, new programs, budgets and grants for the purpose of meeting District
goals;
Meets monthly with Business Manager to review expenditure reports, and budgeting needs;
Serves as the District Representative for IEP meetings when resources beyond school budgets
may be considered for the purpose of efficiently managing fiscal resources while meeting special
education regulations;
Prepares documentation and reports data to the Mississippi Department of Education for the
purpose of providing written support, conveying information, and complying with Federal and
State regulations;
Collects invoices to ensure billing is complete in a timely manner;
Sets staffing levels for school special education programs for the purpose of providing services
with fiscal efficiency;
Writes/revises district Board Policy for special education as is needed or required, for the
purpose of assuring program consistency and compliance with state and federal rules in all
locations.
Performs other duties as directed.
Collaborates with District school principals and school special education teachers for the purpose of
implementing and maintaining services and/or programs. (25%)
Directs personnel, for the purpose of delivering services which conform to established
guidelines.
Evaluates District and school Special Education programs and monitors the implementation of
special education and compliance with regulations in each location, for the purpose of carrying
out and achieving objectives within area of responsibility.
Facilitates meetings and processes, for the purpose of implementing and maintaining Special
Education programs and services of the district which achieve desired objectives.
Implements assigned programs and/or projects for the purpose of conforming to district and
state curriculum and/or instructional objectives.
Sets the instructional model for special education within the district.
Collaborates with principals in hiring new sped teachers.
Supervises, and evaluates District-level special education staff including psychometrist, assistant
special education director, case manager, occupational therapist, and hearing-impaired teacher
for the purpose of carrying out objectives within areas of responsibility.
Communicates information on programs, services, and regulations to school personnel, parents,
the Board and other districts for the purpose of understanding of the programs;
Creates and ensures Semi-Annual Certification forms are completed twice per year;
Collaborates monthly with the department responsible for Child Find referrals to review processes
and provide special education guidance as needed.
Performs other duties as directed.
Maintains a high level of knowledge regarding developing special education issues, changes in the
laws and case law, and educational methods of educating students with disabilities, for the purpose of
managing an excellent special education program. (25%)
Advises Deputy Superintendent-Chief Academic Officer regarding special education and
other matters;
Attends professional developments;
Obtains guidance from the School Board attorney as needed.
Coordinates with outside agencies to provide services to students and staff, for the purpose of offering
appropriate services. (25%)
Serves as a contact with Early Intervention Program (EIP) First Steps;
Serves as a contact with The Institute of Community Services Head Start Program;
Serves as a contact with Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services;
Other outside agencies as deemed appropriate.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Class "AA" Mississippi Teaching Certificate including
Valid 486-Career Level Administrator endorsement
Minimum of two years of experience in a supervisory or administrative role
**All employees hired by the school district must pass a criminal background and child abuse registry
check.**
PREFERRED SKILLS
Must be able to perform diverse duties and responsibilities in a high-energy environment with
the ability to respond to the changing needs and demands of the faculty, staff, and students.
Excellent written and verbal communication, public relations, and customer service skills are
essential.
Ability to learn and utilize technology.
Manage personnel and programs, communicate effectively, problem solve.
Knowledge of special education curriculum and programming, Mississippi and Federal education
law and regulation, district policies.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse
community.
Read, analyze, and interpret reports, government regulations, and other documents.
Respond effectively to common inquiries or complaints from community or staff.
Last Revised: 10/20/2026
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