Position Type: Administration/Supervisory/Director of Student Services and District Engagement
Date Posted: 9/17/2026
Location: New Oxford Central Office, New Oxford, PA
Date Available: ASAP
Closing Date: 10/07/2026
Program: Student Services
Description: This position develops plans, modifies, organizes, and directs the Student Services and Special Education Programs of Intermediate Unit 12, ensuring the efficient integration of all internal and external services and programs for students with disabilities. This position has a large emphasis on building relationships with component districts and ensuring the delivery of innovative and effective initiatives to meet their needs. This position ensures compliance with special education laws, regulations, policies, and guidelines, local, state, and federal. The position manages a large staff of special education personnel and provides leadership and management, including fiscal planning and accountability, of the entire Student Services Department in keeping with federal and state guidelines and Board policy. Directs daily operation of Special Education, Preschool, and Alternative programs and services operated by the Intermediate Unit within the limits of financial resources available; consults with school districts and establishes partnerships in providing appropriate services to exceptional students and students at risk.
Qualifications:- Pennsylvania Department of Education issued a Letter of Eligibility, (REQUIRED)
- Pennsylvania certification as a Supervisor of Special Education or Principal K-12, preferred
- Master's degree required. Doctorate, preferred.
- Experience in central office leadership, preferred.
- Demonstrated leadership potential, including:
- The use of enlightened management techniques in the administration of the Intermediate Unit.
- The capacity to evaluate and propose educational program changes, and to stimulate staff acceptance and implementation of such changes.
- Ability to communicate effectively and act as liaison between the Intermediate Unit and component districts.
- Must demonstrate proficiency with a variety of technology tools.
- Must be highly organized; possess strong communication skills; be highly confidential at all times; act as a team player; be flexible to work on multiple tasks; pay attention to detail; be able to learn new skills and deal
with constant change. - Must encompass the qualities to be a decision maker and visionary leader with the ability to collaborate with stakeholder groups.
- Must possess knowledge in the Area of Special Education Regulations, curriculum, supervision, instruction, disability characteristics, and educational needs.
Terms of Employment: Full-time, 260 days - 12 month
Salary: Act 93 contract; excellent benefits package
The LIU offers an exceptional benefits package for eligible employees, designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being:- Comprehensive Health Coverage:
Medical insurance available for a nominal premium, plus free dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents. - Life Insurance at No Cost:
- Life insurance coverage equal to two times salary, up to a maximum benefit of $375,000. (Beginning July 2026)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
Free, confidential support for employees and dependents, including three counseling sessions per person, per year. - Paid Time Off:
Sick, Personal and Vacation days each year. - Income Protection:
Short-term and long-term disability coverage available. - Retirement Benefits:
Participation in the Public School Employees' Retirement System (PSERS). - Exclusive Access to the Lincoln Health and Wellness Center:
Available to employees and covered family members (age 2+).
No copays or deductibles for services provided at the center for those enrolled in the LIU medical plan.
Learn more: https://www.lincolnhwc.com/ - Student Loan Forgiveness Eligibility:
LIU employment may qualify you for federal Student Loan Forgiveness Programs.
Details:https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation
Attachment(s):
- Director of Student Services and District Engagement.pdf
