Associate Director, Integrated Special Education
@ Rocketship Public Schools

Hybrid
$120,000
Hybrid
Full Time
Posted 14 hours ago

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Overview

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement and partners with parents to transform the future for underserved communities. As an Associate Director, Integrated Special Education, you will drive the vision and quality of integrated special education within our network.

Position Description

Reporting to the Senior Director of Integrated Special Education, you will be a strategic leader responsible for establishing Rocketship as a premier national model for inclusion in special education. You will partner with organizational leaders, support vision implementation, coach a high-performing team, and ensure excellence in compliance to impact nearly 10,000 Rocketeers, including approximately 10% receiving special education services. This role is based in D.C., TN, or MKE/Chicago and supports teams across regions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Implement Vision & Instructional Model: Collaborate to apply Rocketship’s integrated special education approach and achieve high-quality student outcomes.
  • Develop Curriculum & Instruction: Create strategies for curriculum, instruction, assessment, and rapid student growth.
  • Strategic Partnership: Serve as a trusted partner to the Senior Director, supporting high achievement across all Rocketeers.
  • Ambassador Role: Represent Rocketship Public Schools to external stakeholders, including school directors, funders, and authorizers.
  • Team Support & Development: Coach regional special education leaders and design professional development sessions.
  • Compliance & Operations: Establish policies, systems, and procedures that meet the highest standards and regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications

  • Belief in Rocketship Public Schools' mission and inclusive educational approach.
  • Minimum 3 years managing special education and compliance initiatives in a multi-site environment.
  • At least 4 additional years of teaching/instructional expertise with proven achievement results.
  • Experience with federal and state regulations for special education.
  • Experience working with a full range of disabilities and elementary-age students.
  • Valid Special Education teaching credential or administrative license; Master’s degree preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Expertise in increased inclusion and decreased behavioral challenges.
  • Experience within D.C., TN, or MKE/Chicago regions and strong knowledge of Sped Law and EdCode.

Physical Demands & Compensation

The role entails physical tasks including walking, standing, and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds. Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and includes excellent health and wellness benefits, a 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account, and generous paid time off.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Rocketship Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and complies with all applicable laws.

Key skills/competency

  • Special Education
  • Inclusion
  • Compliance
  • Instruction
  • Curriculum
  • Leadership
  • Team Coaching
  • Strategic Planning
  • Policy Development
  • Stakeholder Engagement

How to Get Hired at Rocketship Public Schools

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Highlight special education leadership and compliance skills.
  • Research Rocketship's culture: Understand their mission and inclusive approach.
  • Prepare key examples: Showcase results in special education management.
  • Practice interview insights: Focus on collaboration and strategic leadership.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review special education compliance protocols.
Update curriculum design methodologies.
Study federal and state education laws.
Prepare data driven policy examples.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a time you improved team performance.
Explain how you handled policy challenges.
Share an example of cross-functional collaboration.
Discuss a conflict resolution experience.

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