Frisco ISD - Managing Director of Special Education

Job Details

Region: 10
School District/Employer: Frisco ISD
District Category/Employer: Central Office,
Position: Director,
Assignment Level: Area
  • Special Education
Job Title: Managing Director of Special Education
School: Central Administration
Campus Description: 5515 Ohio Drive, Frisco, TX 75035
Date Posted: 3/2/2026
Deadline: 2026-03-22
Openings: 1
Commitment: Full Time
Description/Notes: To provide oversight and direction for improving the special education evaluation process and the academic and functional specially designed instruction for students receiving special education and related services through working collaboratively with staff, parents, and the community. Oversee departmental efforts in developing operational procedures and complying with federal, state, and local requirements. Support District and campus administrators and staff in promoting an inclusive environment while ensuring the provision of a free and appropriate public education.
Qualifications: Education/Certification:
Master’s degree

Valid Texas teacher’s certificate in Special Education or license in related field

Valid Texas certificate in Supervision, Administration, Principal, and/or mid-Management Administration or similar administrative experience



Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of best practices for special education evaluation, services, and programming for students from EC to 18+

Knowledge of legal requirements related to special education programming

Ability to evaluate special education programs, services, and effectiveness of service providers

Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Ability to effectively collaborate across departments to build District capacity to understand and support specific needs of or implications to Individualized Education Plan (IEP) entitled students

Ability to resolve conflict and effectively manage complex situations

Ability to interpret policy and procedures

Ability to interpret data and its implications for the education of students receiving special education services

Ability to effectively manage budget and personnel



Experience:
Minimum of three years of successful experience as a teacher or professional in special education or related field

Minimum of three years of successful educational administrative experience
Salary Range: Actual salary will be calculated based on experience.
Benefits: https://www.friscoisd.org/employment/benefits
How To Apply: Application for Frisco ISD must be submitted through the Frisco ISD website. See following link that goes directly to the application: https://professional-fisd.icims.com/jobs/2056/managing-director-of-special-education/job
OR
Go to www.friscoisd.org > Employment > Job Openings > Professional > View Professional Openings, and then search for Managing Director of Special Education.

Contact Person:

Name: Kristen Hudson
Email: hudsonkri@friscoisd.org
Address: 5515 Ohio Drive
City: Frisco
State: TX
Zip: 75035
Phone: (469) 633-6053
Fax: (469) 633-6017