6 assistant director of education jobs found

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Coordinator (Part Time, 0.5 FTE) - Longfellow Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Under the supervision and guidance of the building Principal, the Special Education (SE) Coordinator supports the school's special education team in ensuring that all students requiring special education and related services receive appropriate instruction, programming, and support. This role directly supports Portland Public Schools' five-year strategic plan, which prioritizes building the capacity of schools to provide more effective instruction to students with disabilities across the continuum of services. The Coordinator's role also directly supports the district's on-going focus on improving students' academic and social emotional outcomes and promoting equity. The Coordinator is responsible for organizing and monitoring all SE programs and services in the school and will provide direct support to teachers and ed techs at the classroom level,...

Job Description Role Overview The Head of School/Principal serves as the instructional leader of Baxter Academy, working in close partnership with the Executive Director, Assistant Principal, Special Education Director, Data & Enrollment Manager, and Business Manager to ensure the strength, consistency, and continued evolution of our academic program. This role focuses on translating Baxter's vision into daily practice-supporting faculty, maintaining high expectations for students, adhering to the 4 essential knowledge and practices determined by the DOE/MDOE/Charter Commission, and ensuring that our model, including Flex Friday and our Grade 9 blended learning pathway, are implemented with clarity and rigor. Key Responsibilities Instructional Leadership Lead the day-to-day implementation of Baxter's academic program across in-person and blended environments Ensure strong, consistent instruction that maintains high expectations for all students, particularly in...

Job Description TITLE: Director of Secondary Special Education - Central Office POSITION OVERVIEW: The Director of Secondary Special Education oversees the planning and implementation of special education programs and services in middle and high schools. This role ensures inclusive education practices, providing support and expertise to promote the academic, social, and emotional well-being of all students. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervise and support special education coordinators in collaboration with building administrators. Coordinate Student Support Teams to plan interventions for academic, social, and emotional concerns. Supervise the evaluation, identification, and placement of students referred for special education. Oversee implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and compliance with legal timelines. Supervise Section 504 accommodation implementation. Conduct professional development for special education staff. Conduct regular...

Job Description TITLE: Director of Early Childhood Special Education (Ages 3-5) POSITION OVERVIEW: The Director of Early Childhood Special Education provides district wide leadership for the implementation and continuous improvement of special education services for children ages 3-5 across Portland Public Schools (PPS) and the district's mixed-delivery early childhood network. As PPS assumes responsibility for providing Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) for children ages 3-5 through a phased transition from Child Development Services (CDS), this position plays a critical role in leading a cohesive, developmentally appropriate Early Childhood Special Education system. The Director informs and leads operation of policies, procedures, service delivery models, and cross-system partnerships across PPS-operated public pre-K classrooms and in community-based partner settings (e.g., Head Start, child care centers, family child care programs). The Director ensures that...

Job Description TITLE: Assistant Director of Facilities and Maintenance Central Office POSITION OVERVIEW: The Assistant Director of Facilities supports the Director in overseeing the planning, coordination, and daily operations of the Facilities Department for Portland Public Schools. This position plays a key leadership role in coordinating facilities operations, capital improvement projects, building systems performance, vendor management, and regulatory compliance across district facilities. The Assistant Director serves as a liaison between the school district, City departments, regulatory agencies, architects, engineers, contractors, and school leadership to ensure district facilities are safe, compliant, and effectively maintained. The Assistant Director focuses on facilities planning, capital project coordination, building systems performance, and vendor management, while the Facilities Manager oversees day-to-day maintenance and custodial operations across...

Job Description TITLE: Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Schools - Central Office POSITION OVERVIEW: As a member of the District's Leadership Team, the Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Schools is responsible for the academic success of students in three middle schools, three high schools, a career and technology regional school, and Portland Adult Education. The Assistant Superintendent supervises secondary building leaders, manages a network team of five directors and collaborates with the Superintendent, Chief Schools and Academics Officer, Principals, and other school system leaders to design and implement the programs and policies of the Portland Public Schools. The position has approximately 13 direct reports, including the principals of all district middle and high schools and a network team consisting of directors of instruction, special education, ESOL, school innovation, and school climate. The Assistant Superintendent is responsible for ensuring high...