Director of Special Education, Administration Building

Director of Special Education Administration Building


Classification:Exempt

Date Posted:June 3 2026

Salary/Family/Range:APT Range 22 ($82) Negotiable based on experience

Contract Length/ Days:260 Days

Benefits:We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental vision and life insurance as well as other programs for benefit-eligible employees. The employee assistance program voluntary life insurance through PERA and 401(k) 403(b) & 457(b) plans are available to all employees regardless of hours worked and are available immediately (upon hire date). To learn more about our benefits please see our Benefits Overview.

Paid Leave:Depending on your position the District offers a variety of leave options including sick leave discretionary leave vacation and paid holidays. More information about leave options available to A/P/T employees can be found in the Board of Education Policy Manual.

Reports to:Executive Director of Special Education

Deadline for application:Until Filled

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Required:

• Masters Degree in Special Education or related field
• Current Colorado administrator/principal license with preference given to Special Education Director License
• 3 or more years of experience in district-level special education administration

Preferred:

• Previous experience in building-level administration

JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary/Objective:Coordinate educational programs for students receiving special education services district-wide including associated programming and supports.

Essential Functions

• Provides oversight for programming aimed at improving the academic achievement of students with disabilities.
• Designs and implements professional development opportunities for both special education and general education staff.
• Works with parent organizations and advisory groups.
• Assists general education classroom staff and administration in developing special education services for students while being served in the general education setting including the provision of appropriate accommodations.
• Monitors and evaluates special education program effectiveness and guides improvement practices as needed through the development of procedures and identification of training needs.
• Provides support and works collaboratively with site leadership in the evaluation of special education staff within designated buildings.
• Creates and maintains written procedures to support special education staff in the provision of special education services in alignment with state and federal rules and regulations.
• Supports communication with all school and community stakeholders.
• Assists Executive Director of Special Education in recruitment selection assignment and retention of highly qualified special education teachers specialized service providers and ancillary personnel.
• Assists in the development and reporting of special education resources in alignment with state and federal guidelines.
• Assists in the creation of Colorado Department of Education (CDE) reports and continuous improvement monitoring process (CIMP).
• Responds to concerns of parents/guardians teachers building administrators and community members. Mediate disputes as needed.
• Supports the Executive Director to effectively manage the department budget. Approves special education staff requests for supplies materials and equipment.
• Engages new staff members in effective induction process and facilitates ongoing professional development
• Ensures equity and access for ALL students.

Additional Qualifications:

• Collaborative
• Group facilitator
• Knowledge of community community-based resources and postsecondary opportunities
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills preferred
• Multicultural awareness and sensitivity
• Strong human relation skills; personable positive attitude accepting non-judgmental
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to perform all functions of the position
• Works cooperatively with principals and supervisors to ensure efficient operations
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of staff and the general public both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to motivate teachers and staff
• Ability to weigh options think clearly and evaluate accurately
• Ability to use discretion and exercise sound judgment
• Ability to develop a plan and make decisions to facilitate its fulfillment
• Ability to concentrate with numerous interruptions
• Flexibility to work effectively both independently and in teams
• Must be persuasive alert creative and demonstrate patience initiative and reasoning
• Effective management supervisory team building and problem-solving skills

Other Duties:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Regular attendance is required for this position.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Some may be required.

Work Environment/ Physical Demands:Ability to sit for long periods handle numerous distractions visual auditory and ambulatory acuity are important. Occasional lifting of up to 30 pounds

Travel:Some may be required.

Thank you for your interest in working for Greeley-Evans School District 6. Please feel free to contact our Human Resource Office at with any questions.

EEO/AAP Statement
Greeley-Evans School District 6 shall not discriminate in its employment or hiring practices on the basis of race color creed sex sexual orientation gender expression gender identity religion national origin ancestry age genetic information veteran status marital status or disability. The District shall identify solicit and consider applicants for employment from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals who will contribute to that effort. The Superintendent is committed to cultural diversity among district personnel as a means of enriching educational experience. The District shall identify solicit and consider applicants for employment from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals who will contribute to that effort.

Complaint procedures have been established for current employees prospective employees and applicants for employment. The name of the responsible employee who has been identified as the Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator for the District is as follows:
James Donahue Title IX Coordinator & Compliance Officer
1025 Ninth Avenue Greeley CO 80631
Phone:
Email address: rg