Special Education Assistant Administrator - 2026-27
Anoka-Hennepin School District, Anoka, MN, United States
Overview
Special Education Assistant Administrator
– Full-Time 225 days / 10 months - 2026-27 school year.
Preferred Experience
in transition programs.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide leadership in developing vision, implementation, and planning for sustainability of the Special Education program through collaboration and alignment within school-based programs and services.
Provide effective collaboration with other administrators and staff as a member of the special education administrative leadership team.
Provide direct support to assigned schools through planning, organizing, and managing of the special education services and programs.
Collaborate with principals, special education department leads, special education staff, and the supervising special education director to ensure that all students assigned a special education program receive due process rights; interpret school policies and programs for students, staff, parents, and keep the supervising director of special education informed of problems and concerns.
Collaborate with principals, special education department leads, special education staff and the supervising special education director regarding development and implementation of special education and general education curriculum, instruction, and assessment and evidence-based practices for students receiving special education services.
Collect and maintain information for determination of staffing needs.
Collaborate with principals to recruit, interview, and select new staff.
Collaborate with principals on supervision and performance evaluation of licensed staff, paraeducators, itinerant staff, and program support staff.
Supervision of staff training and professional learning systems; create and maintain systems of staff meetings and communications.
Monitor special education due process procedures.
Provide systems and training opportunities.
Collaborate with principals in the implementation of performance improvement plans and discipline when needed.
Collaborate with principals and the supervising Director of Special Education in professional development opportunities for special education staff.
Collect and maintain data for federal, state, and district required special education reports.
Monitor budget expenditures for special education programs with the support and assistance of the directors and accountants.
Provide leadership and direction regarding conflict resolution for staff, parents, and students.
Establish and monitor systems which assure application of entrance/exit criteria, program curriculum, and due process for students with disabilities.
Provide technical assistance in the development of appropriate assessment and the individual program planning for specific students with disabilities.
Provide program evaluation and participate in special education administration teams and district committees.
Collaborate with school certified staff and administration to support students/families in crisis situations.
Coach staff on due process functions while at scheduled meetings (manifestations, evaluation summaries, IEP meetings, etc.).
Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as directed by the supervising Director of Special Education.
Minimum Qualifications
License: Requires Director of Special Education License.
Master's degree and special education administrative license; hold or be eligible for MN teaching license, or a MN related license service area (e.g. School Social Worker, School Psychologist, School Counselor).
Understanding and direct leadership experience in special education; understanding and related experience in collaborating special education programming.
Knowledge of MN and Federal Special Education laws and rules related to due process.
Experience and knowledge of special education and general education curriculum, instruction, and assessment; experience and knowledge in special education literacy, math, and behavior interventions; experience with dispute resolution.
Effective collaboration skills including strong interpersonal, communication, organization, and technology skills.
Ability to interact effectively with individuals and groups in a variety of settings, with people of diverse backgrounds.
Ability to maintain regular attendance, which includes completing assigned days.
Salary
Salary: $103,600 to $125,011, DOQ, plus an excellent flex benefits package. View additional terms and benefits here.
Start Date
Start Date: 8/1/26.
How To Apply
Administrative Applicants must complete the Anoka-Hennepin Schools online employment application at www.ahschools.us
Administrative Applicants must also attach a letter of application and a current resume describing qualifications for this position, along with a minimum of three letters of recommendation.
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Special Education Assistant Administrator
– Full-Time 225 days / 10 months - 2026-27 school year.
Preferred Experience
in transition programs.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide leadership in developing vision, implementation, and planning for sustainability of the Special Education program through collaboration and alignment within school-based programs and services.
Provide effective collaboration with other administrators and staff as a member of the special education administrative leadership team.
Provide direct support to assigned schools through planning, organizing, and managing of the special education services and programs.
Collaborate with principals, special education department leads, special education staff, and the supervising special education director to ensure that all students assigned a special education program receive due process rights; interpret school policies and programs for students, staff, parents, and keep the supervising director of special education informed of problems and concerns.
Collaborate with principals, special education department leads, special education staff and the supervising special education director regarding development and implementation of special education and general education curriculum, instruction, and assessment and evidence-based practices for students receiving special education services.
Collect and maintain information for determination of staffing needs.
Collaborate with principals to recruit, interview, and select new staff.
Collaborate with principals on supervision and performance evaluation of licensed staff, paraeducators, itinerant staff, and program support staff.
Supervision of staff training and professional learning systems; create and maintain systems of staff meetings and communications.
Monitor special education due process procedures.
Provide systems and training opportunities.
Collaborate with principals in the implementation of performance improvement plans and discipline when needed.
Collaborate with principals and the supervising Director of Special Education in professional development opportunities for special education staff.
Collect and maintain data for federal, state, and district required special education reports.
Monitor budget expenditures for special education programs with the support and assistance of the directors and accountants.
Provide leadership and direction regarding conflict resolution for staff, parents, and students.
Establish and monitor systems which assure application of entrance/exit criteria, program curriculum, and due process for students with disabilities.
Provide technical assistance in the development of appropriate assessment and the individual program planning for specific students with disabilities.
Provide program evaluation and participate in special education administration teams and district committees.
Collaborate with school certified staff and administration to support students/families in crisis situations.
Coach staff on due process functions while at scheduled meetings (manifestations, evaluation summaries, IEP meetings, etc.).
Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as directed by the supervising Director of Special Education.
Minimum Qualifications
License: Requires Director of Special Education License.
Master's degree and special education administrative license; hold or be eligible for MN teaching license, or a MN related license service area (e.g. School Social Worker, School Psychologist, School Counselor).
Understanding and direct leadership experience in special education; understanding and related experience in collaborating special education programming.
Knowledge of MN and Federal Special Education laws and rules related to due process.
Experience and knowledge of special education and general education curriculum, instruction, and assessment; experience and knowledge in special education literacy, math, and behavior interventions; experience with dispute resolution.
Effective collaboration skills including strong interpersonal, communication, organization, and technology skills.
Ability to interact effectively with individuals and groups in a variety of settings, with people of diverse backgrounds.
Ability to maintain regular attendance, which includes completing assigned days.
Salary
Salary: $103,600 to $125,011, DOQ, plus an excellent flex benefits package. View additional terms and benefits here.
Start Date
Start Date: 8/1/26.
How To Apply
Administrative Applicants must complete the Anoka-Hennepin Schools online employment application at www.ahschools.us
Administrative Applicants must also attach a letter of application and a current resume describing qualifications for this position, along with a minimum of three letters of recommendation.
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