Job Details
| Region: | 4 |
| School District/Employer: | Fort Bend ISD |
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| Position: | Director |
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| Job Title: | Director Special Education |
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| Date Posted: | 10/3/2025 |
| Deadline: | 2025-10-24 |
| Openings: | 2 |
| Commitment: | Full Time |
| Description/Notes: | Job Overview The Director of Special Education in Fort Bend ISD is a proven district leader who provides leadership for the design, implementation, supervision, and evaluation of districtwide special education staff and services. This role ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local requirements while advancing equitable access, effective instructional practices, and positive outcomes for students with disabilities. The Director oversees specialized programming, professional learning, supports budget and compliance processes, and personnel management, working collaboratively with district and campus leaders, staff, families, and community partners. Position Description Essential Duties and Responsibilities Leadership and Administration Plan, design, and implement special education services aligned with IDEA, Texas Education Code, and district policies. Recruit, assign, evaluate, and support special education staff across the district. Conduct staffing analyses and recommend personnel allocations to meet program needs. Develop, implement, and monitor Special Education Administrative Procedures. Support responses to TEA complaints, mediation, due process hearings, and corrective action plans. Direct SHARS programming, ensuring compliance and fiscal accountability. Maintain districtwide systems for accountability of instructional materials, equipment, and service delivery. Support fiscal compliance and prudent use of state and federal funds Program Oversight and Service Delivery Provide leadership for special education instructional and related services districtwide. Oversee specialized areas as assigned such as Dyslexia, 18+ Services, Specialized Services, Behavior Services and Extended School Year Services (ESYS). Design and oversee professional learning opportunities to ensure quality program implementation. Establish internal systems to evaluate effectiveness of services and ensure alignment with continuous improvement efforts. Instructional and Campus Support Promote and model the district’s mission, vision, and values, ensuring equity and inclusion. Build and sustain positive relationships with district administrators, principals, teachers, families, and community members. Skillfully resolve conflicts and respond effectively to crisis situations. Provide coaching, goal setting, and performance evaluations for assigned members of the special education leadership team. Stay current on Results Driven Accountability (RDA), TEA monitoring requirements, and state accountability measures. Supervisory Responsibilities Lead recruitment, hiring, transfer, evaluation, and discipline processes for assigned staff. Conduct performance appraisals for assistant directors, program managers, and other leadership staff. Address and resolve complaints, ensuring timely and appropriate outcomes. |
| Qualifications: | Master's degree in education or related field Valid Texas Mid-Management or Principal Certification preferred Valid Special Education Teacher Certification or licensure as SLP/LSSP/BCBA. Minimum of 5 years experience in special education, including at least 5 years in a district-level supervisory role. Must be proficient in using Windows Operating System as well as Microsoft Office applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to collaborate across departments, schools, and community partners. In-depth knowledge of IDEA, TEA monitoring systems, and accountability frameworks. Capacity to inspire, coach, and lead diverse teams while managing conflict effectively. Additional Information Work performed in offices, classrooms, and meeting settings. Involves travel across district campuses and to conferences (in-state and out-of-state). |
| Salary Range: | $101,248 - $140,127 |
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| How To Apply: | Click to apply https://aa210.taleo.net/careersection/in/jobdetail.ftl?job=2500029P&tz=GMT-05%3A00&tzname=America%2FChicago |
Contact Person:
| Name: | Natalie Crump |
| Email: | natalie.crump@fortbendisd.com |
| Address: | 16431 Lexington Blvd. |
| City: | Sugar Land |
| State: | TX |
| Zip: | 77479 |
| Phone: | (281) 634-1056 |
| Fax: | (281) 634-1700 |