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Director of Special Education

Uinta County School District Number One, Broken Arrow, OK, United States


Position:

Director of Special Education

Location:

Uinta County School District #1, Evanston, Wyoming

Salary:

$103,350 - $122,350 (Salary placement commensurate with experience and training)

Posted:

3/16/2026 |

Date Available:

07/01/2026 |

Closing Date:

04/03/2026

Primary Job Function We are seeking a visionary and collaborative

Director of Special Education

to serve as a thoughtful leader for our district. In this role, the director will do more than manage compliance; he/she will create a culture of innovation, modeling leadership that ensures every child with special needs has the environment and resources necessary to thrive. The ideal candidate is a "design thinker" who can bridge the gap between traditional programming and cutting-edge educational research, ensuring UCSD#1 remains at the center of state-wide innovation.

Primary Responsibilities

Culture & Innovation:

Champion a culture of inclusive education. Work across the organization to identify challenges and co-design creative solutions with teachers, parents, and state agencies.

Strategic Leadership:

Direct all operations for the Special Education Department, including the planning and implementation of rigorous, technological, and research-based programming.

Compliance & Advocacy:

Ensure all programs meet state and federal IDEA laws while acting as a primary liaison for conflict resolution and mandated reporting.

Accountability for Results:

Integrate community services into our delivery models, conduct needs assessments, and use data-driven insights to improve student outcomes.

Resource Management:

Lead the recruitment and professional development of department personnel. Manage federal and state grants, preliminary budgets, and financial data to ensure maximum impact for our students.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Master’s degree with an emphasis in Special Education preferred.

Experience:

Minimum of five (5) years of experience working directly in the field of Special Education.

Licensure:

Certified through Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Visionary Leadership:

Ability to conceptualize organizational patterns that best serve the district's instructional goals.

Technical Expertise:

Deep knowledge of Special Education trends, IDEA Rules & Regulations, assessment methods, and federal/state accreditation standards.

Collaborative Spirit:

Skilled in consensus‑building, conflict resolution, and promoting high staff morale.

Communication:

Exceptional verbal and written skills with the ability to interpret complex regulations for diverse audiences.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others and navigate various school environments.

How to Apply https://www.applitrack.com/uinta/onlineapp/default.aspx

Postings current as of 3/18/2026 1:50:02 AM CST.

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