Director of Student Services and District Engagement

Lincoln Intermediate Unit No. 12

$88K — $105K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Pennsylvania Department of Education issued a Letter of Eligibility (REQUIRED)
  • Preferred certification as Supervisor of Special Education or Principal K-12
  • Master's degree required; Doctorate preferred
  • Experience in central office leadership is preferred
  • Demonstrated leadership potential in management techniques and program evaluation
  • Must exhibit effective communication skills and liaison abilities with component districts
  • Proficiency with various technology tools
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with a flexible and collaborative mindset

Responsibilities

  • Develop and direct Student Services and Special Education Programs for Intermediate Unit 12
  • Build relationships with component districts to deliver innovative solutions
  • Ensure compliance with special education laws and regulations
  • Manage a large staff and oversee budget and fiscal planning
  • Direct daily operations of Special Education, Preschool, and Alternative programs
  • Consult with school districts on appropriate services for exceptional students
  • Establish partnerships to enhance support for students at risk

Benefits

  • Full-time employment with 260 days per year
  • Access to an excellent benefits package
  • Act 93 contract terms
Full Job Description
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



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  • Director of Student Services and District Engagement.pdf

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