About this role
Job Summary The Newton School District is seeking an Interim Director of Preschool & Special Education to lead, manage, and supervise the district's preschool and special education programs. Dates of Employment
• Approximate Dates: January 1, 2027 – June 30, 2027
Qualifications
• A valid Principal/Supervisor certificate issued by the State Board of Education.
• Must complete/have on file a criminal background check.
• Salary commensurate with experience.
Key Responsibilities
• Direct all aspects of the district's special education services, including the Child Study Team, Special Education, and Speech/Language functions.
• Direct all aspects of the preschool program, including planning and interacting with partner organizations providing preschool education.
• Supervise members of the Child Study Team, Special Education staff, Speech/Language staff, and Preschool staff.
• Serve as the district Homeless Student Liaison.
• Coordinate with the School Business Administrator/Board Secretary to manage relevant program budgets.
• Ensure adherence to state/federal reports, IEP implementation, and external provider protocols.
Rate of Pay Negotiable. Based on a per diem amount. Anticipated between $550-$650/day for 100 days. Application Deadline: September 1, 2026 The Newton School District is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state and/or local equal opportunity laws. The Newton School District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, age or any other status protected by applicable law.