Special Education Administrator (Interim) 2026/27 SY Only
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Salary$89k – $99k
LocationAcademy District 20 EAC (Education and Administration Center), Colorado Springs, CO
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityDirector
Experience5 yrs
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedSep 16, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live1d ago
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Bachelor's (Baccalaureate) degree (e.g., B.A., A.B., B.S.)
5+ Years Special Education Teaching Experience
Principal License: Initial - Colorado Department of Education
Ability to adapt to changing technologies and to learn functionality of new equipment and systems
Ability to create, access, input, retrieve, and manipulate information in various software systems
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, administrators, departments, other agencies, and the general public
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Ability to greet public in a courteous and professional manner
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
Commitment to the education of students as a primary responsibility
Demonstrates citizenship, compassion, courage, discernment, excellence, honesty, hope, integrity, patience, perseverance, reliability, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness
Detail-oriented
Energetic, creative, innovative, flexible
Enthusiasm for the field of Special Education
Excellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skills
Experience in leadership roles, professional learning, program development, and evaluation
Knowledge of and experience with Special Education laws, compliance indicators, IEP monitoring and auditing processes, policies, procedures, programming, and best practices
Knowledge of and experience with the use of technology, especially as it improves teaching and learning
Knowledge of Colorado Department of Education qualifications for licensed Special Education staff
Knowledge of curriculum, supervision, instruction, school-based processes and operations, culture, and community along with a strong student focus on individualizing for special needs
Proven experience in dealing with challenging situations
Proven experience in making improvements to programs and processes
Proven successful supervisory experience
Strong knowledge of Colorado Academic Standards, methods to ensure they appear in IEP’s and Inclusive Practices for students with disabilities
Master's degree (e.g., M.A., M.S., M.Eng, M.Ed, M.S.W., M.B.A., M.L.S.)
3-5 Years Special Education Administrator Experience
Administrator License: Initial: Special Education Director - Colorado Department of Education
Benefits
Health insurance
Retirement plan
Paid time off
Location:
EAC (Education and Administration Center)
Recruiting Start Date:
09/16/2026
Estimated Start Date:
About the role
10/01/2026Special Education Administrator provides leadership and supervision for Special Education in the administration of all applicable Special Education laws, policies, procedures, and practices; assists the Special Education leadership team in the operations of the office and its related functions; provides support for administrators and Special Education staff members.
Responsibilities
The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.
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Reports consistently for work as scheduled
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Performs other duties as assigned
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Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards
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Assists in the recruitment and selection of Special Education staff
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Assists the Special Education executive leadership team in collaborating with principals in planning and developing Special Education staffing, services, and programming
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Assists the Special Education executive leadership team in monitoring, evaluating, and improving instructional practices in the district’s Special Education programs through formal and informal assessments and the thorough analysis of data
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Assures IEP’s reflect individual programming to meet unique student needs
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Collaborates with district departments, school administration, and Special Education team members to ensure compliance with and administration of all applicable Special Education laws, policies, procedures, and practices regarding individualized programming to meet unique student needs
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Develops and implements professional learning opportunities to increase staff expertise in delivering specialized instruction to students with diverse learning needs, Special Education processes, and indicators as directed
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Develops proposals, monitors, and reports on funding matters regarding state and federal Special Education resources, including preschool budgeting
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Ensures accurate and timely submission of local, state, and federal reports
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Ensures effectiveness through ongoing integration of technology
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Ensures Special Education policies, procedures, and practices as well as monitoring consistent, district-wide application
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Ensures the effective communication between staff and families
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Fosters a respectful, responsive, and service-oriented work environment
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Leads and facilitates assigned team meetings, orientations, and committee work
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Leads the establishment and maintenance of a positive, respectful, and caring working and learning environment
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Participates in district and community projects and assignments as requested
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Promotes student and staff member physical, social, and emotional wellness
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Provides direct supervision and oversight of assigned district programs and areas of responsibility
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Provides leadership in the identification of best practices, professional learning, and ongoing program evaluation
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Provides monitoring, guidance, and professional learning to administrators and supervisors regarding Special Education laws, regulations, and policies
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Provides on-site administrative presence for Briargate Pre-School
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Provides problem-solving assistance in support of administrators and supervisors
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Provides staff with technical assistance and coaching related to performance concerns as requested by administrators
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Provides supervision and evaluation for assigned Special Education staff and programs, and other areas as determined by the Executive Director for Special Education
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Serves as a resource to district staff for Special Education issues
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Supports planning, hiring and supervision for the Extended School Year (ESY) program
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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Ability to adapt to changing technologies and to learn functionality of new equipment and systems
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Ability to create, access, input, retrieve, and manipulate information in various software systems
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, administrators, departments, other agencies, and the general public
•
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
•
Ability to greet public in a courteous and professional manner
•
Ability to maintain confidentiality
•
Ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
•
Commitment to the education of students as a primary responsibility
•
Demonstrates citizenship, compassion, courage, discernment, excellence, honesty, hope, integrity, patience, perseverance, reliability, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness
•
Detail-oriented
•
Energetic, creative, innovative, flexible
•
Enthusiasm for the field of Special Education
•
Excellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills
•
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skills
•
Experience in leadership roles, professional learning, program development, and evaluation
•
Knowledge of and experience with Special Education laws, compliance indicators, IEP monitoring and auditing processes, policies, procedures, programming, and best practices
•
Knowledge of and experience with the use of technology, especially as it improves teaching and learning
•
Knowledge of Colorado Department of Education qualifications for licensed Special Education staff
•
Knowledge of curriculum, supervision, instruction, school-based processes and operations, culture, and community along with a strong student focus on individualizing for special needs
•
Proven experience in dealing with challenging situations
•
Proven experience in making improvements to programs and processes
•
Proven successful supervisory experience
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Strong knowledge of Colorado Academic Standards, methods to ensure they appear in IEP’s and Inclusive Practices for students with disabilities
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a staff member typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive.
Physical Demands: The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. All physical demands, if listed, are considered essential functions.
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Sits, stands, walks, stoops, kneels, and crouches/squats while performing duties
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Has oral and auditory capacity enabling interaction interpersonally and/or through communication devices
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Uses eyes, hands, and finger coordination enabling the use of equipment and writing utensils
Cognitive Functions: The following are some of the cognitive functions commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. The staff member may be required to analyze, communicate, compare, compile, compute, coordinate, copy, evaluate, instruct, negotiate, synthesize, reason, and use interpersonal skills.
Required Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s (Baccalaureate) degree (e.g., B.A., A.B., B.S.)
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5+ Years Special Education Teaching Experience
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Principal License: Initial - Colorado Department of Education
Preferred Qualifications:
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Master’s degree (e.g., M.A., M.S., M.Eng, M.Ed, M.S.W., M.B.A., M.L.S.)
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3-5 Years Special Education Administrator Experience
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Administrator License: Initial: Special Education Director - Colorado Department of Education
Salary Placement: Based on job relevant experience only
Compensation Range:
$89,000-$99,000
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Hours per Day:
8.0 hour(s) per day
Number of Days per Year:
225 Days
Benefits Eligibility:
Full-time - Regular
For more information on our benefits, please visit Employee Benefits | Academy District 20 (asd20.org).
FLSA Status:
United States of America (Exempt)
How to Apply:
New applicants (including current district staff members) must use the Workday application portal. Documents emailed directly to a supervisor will not be considered for application purposes and will not receive a response. A completed online application also includes the following uploaded documents in PDF format:
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A letter of application which states why you feel you are qualified for the position and your background
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A statement of your philosophy of administration and the role of the administrator in this position
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A current resume
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Three current letters of recommendation (i.e., less than one year old)
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Complete undergraduate and graduate transcripts (in color, readable, and reflecting official status where applicable)
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Applicable Colorado License or evidence of eligibility as indicated in the job posting above
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We do not accept “Alternative Principal Authorizations”
No other documents will be accepted. Thank you for not uploading and submitting any additional materials.
Please do not call to request site visits or interviews at the school/location. Please direct all inquiries via the email address indicated on the posting.
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