Asst. Director - Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)

RSU14 Windham and Raymond Schools is expanding its commitment to equitable, high-quality early childhood programming by assuming full evaluation, service delivery, and FAPE (Free Appropriate Public Education) responsibilities for children ages 3-5. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and lead a critical district-wide function from the ground up. We are seeking a dedicated, knowledgeable, and collaborative administrator with demonstrated expertise in early childhood special education. The Assistant Director overseeing Early Childhood Special Education will serve as the district's primary leader for all processes related to Child Find, eligibility determination, and IEP implementation for our youngest learners - partnering closely with the district's Early Childhood Education Coordinator, families, community agencies, and the broader educational team to ensure every child receives the support they deserve. Key Responsibilities: IEP Process Leadership - Collaboration & Community Partnerships - Relationship Building & Communication - Professional Growth Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Deep knowledge of current research, theory, and evidence-based pedagogy related to the education of preschool-age students with disabilities • Partner with the Early Childhood Education Coordinator to keep abreast of district programs and ECE initiatives • Thorough understanding of special education law and regulations, including IDEA, Maine Special Education Regulations, and Child Find obligations • Familiarity with a broad range of intervention strategies and service delivery models appropriate for students ages 3-5 with diverse learning needs • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with the Early Childhood Education Coordinator, administrators, educators, specialists, multilingual educators, and families in a team-oriented environment • Strong organizational skills with the ability to design and implement compliance monitoring systems • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal requirements clearly and empathetically to diverse audiences • Ability to exercise sound professional judgment while handling confidential and sensitive student and family information • Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practice