Director of Education

Director of Education Program Services

A respected NYC-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting children and individuals with developmental disabilities through specialized education, clinical care, and comprehensive community-based programs.

They are seeking an experienced Director of Education Program Services to lead educational programming at one of their schools.

This is a year-round, school leadership opportunity for an experienced special education professional who is passionate about supporting children with developmental disabilities and leading multidisciplinary teams. Think of it as a principal-level role with responsibility for educational programming, staff leadership, operations, and quality of care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily school and program operations, including educational, clinical, medical, and support services


• Lead, supervise, and develop educational and multidisciplinary staff


• Oversee curriculum development, classroom assignments, and student placements


• Manage program budgets, staffing, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance


• Build strong relationships with families, school districts, community organizations, and outside agencies


• Drive program development, continuous improvement, and long-term planning

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Special Education


• NYS certification as a Special Education Teacher


• NYS School Building Leader (SBL) or School Administrator and Supervisor (SAS) certification


• At least 5 years of Special Education teaching experience


• At least 4 years of school administration experience


• Demonstrated leadership, staff management, and special education program oversight experience