Executive Director of Special Education/SELPA at Natomas Unified School District
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Executive Director of Special Education / SELPA provides leadership, coordination, and administrative oversight for NUSD’s Special Education programs and SELPA operations. This position supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of a comprehensive system of services that ensures equitable access, legal compliance, and high-quality educational opportunities for students with disabilities. Serving as the District’s SELPA Director, this position oversees SELPA governance, compliance, operational systems, and interagency collaboration to ensure effective service delivery and alignment with district priorities.
Requirements / Qualifications
-Lead SELPA operations including governance implementation, interagency agreements, state reporting, budget oversight, fiscal coordination, risk management, and operational compliance. -Oversee Community Advisory Committee (CAC) for SELPA. -Support the development, implementation, and evaluation of Special Education programs, related services, and specialized supports across preschool, elementary, secondary, and transition services. -Maintain continuity, alignment, and equitable access to Special Education services and supports across all schools and programs. -Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and procedural safeguards related to Special Education, IDEA, ADA, Section 504, and SELPA governance. -Coordinate systems for IEP implementation, program monitoring, compliance review, corrective actions, and service delivery effectiveness. -Oversee the selection, implementation, and monitoring of curriculum, instructional materials, therapeutic resources, specialized equipment, and assistive technologies for students with disabilities. -Plan, develop, and coordinate training for administrators, certificated staff, classified staff, and service providers related to Special Education law, compliance, instructional strategies, inclusion, and behavior intervention. -Serve as liaison to state and county agencies, SELPA partners, community organizations, and related service providers to ensure collaboration and coordinated support systems. -Collaborate with Cabinet-level leaders, site administrators, and district departments to align Special Education services with district instructional priorities and student outcome goals. -Support resolution of complex student cases, compliance concerns, and programmatic challenges through collaboration, problem-solving, and systems coordination. -Supervise, support, and evaluate assigned Special Education and SELPA personnel as designated.
Requirements / Qualifications: Knowledge of: -Federal and state laws governing Special Education and SELPA operations, including IDEA, ADA, Section 504, SELPA governance, procedural safeguards, and compliance systems -Principles of organizational leadership, policy development, strategic planning, and systems-level implementation -Best practices in Special Education program design, inclusive education, early intervention, behavior support, and related service delivery -Fiscal management practices related to Special Education and SELPA funding structures, budgets, and federal/state program requirements -Program monitoring, compliance review processes, data analysis, and continuous improvement systems -Effective collaboration strategies with administrators, teachers, families, students, agencies, and community partners -Methods and strategies for leveraging technology to support case management, compliance systems, communication, and instructional access for students with disabilities -Professional development planning and staff capacity-building related to Special Education systems and services
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy
- Driver's License Copy
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 recent letters NOTE: NOT required for internal applicants)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
-Lead SELPA operations including governance implementation, interagency agreements, state reporting, budget oversight, fiscal coordination, risk management, and operational compliance. -Oversee Community Advisory Committee (CAC) for SELPA. -Support the development, implementation, and evaluation of Special Education programs, related services, and specialized supports across preschool, elementary, secondary, and transition services. -Maintain continuity, alignment, and equitable access to Special Education services and supports across all schools and programs. -Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and procedural safeguards related to Special Education, IDEA, ADA, Section 504, and SELPA governance. -Coordinate systems for IEP implementation, program monitoring, compliance review, corrective actions, and service delivery effectiveness. -Oversee the selection, implementation, and monitoring of curriculum, instructional materials, therapeutic resources, specialized equipment, and assistive technologies for students with disabilities. -Plan, develop, and coordinate training for administrators, certificated staff, classified staff, and service providers related to Special Education law, compliance, instructional strategies, inclusion, and behavior intervention. -Serve as liaison to state and county agencies, SELPA partners, community organizations, and related service providers to ensure collaboration and coordinated support systems. -Collaborate with Cabinet-level leaders, site administrators, and district departments to align Special Education services with district instructional priorities and student outcome goals. -Support resolution of complex student cases, compliance concerns, and programmatic challenges through collaboration, problem-solving, and systems coordination. -Supervise, support, and evaluate assigned Special Education and SELPA personnel as designated.
Requirements / Qualifications: Knowledge of: -Federal and state laws governing Special Education and SELPA operations, including IDEA, ADA, Section 504, SELPA governance, procedural safeguards, and compliance systems -Principles of organizational leadership, policy development, strategic planning, and systems-level implementation -Best practices in Special Education program design, inclusive education, early intervention, behavior support, and related service delivery -Fiscal management practices related to Special Education and SELPA funding structures, budgets, and federal/state program requirements -Program monitoring, compliance review processes, data analysis, and continuous improvement systems -Effective collaboration strategies with administrators, teachers, families, students, agencies, and community partners -Methods and strategies for leveraging technology to support case management, compliance systems, communication, and instructional access for students with disabilities -Professional development planning and staff capacity-building related to Special Education systems and services
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy
- Driver's License Copy
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 recent letters NOTE: NOT required for internal applicants)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
Requirements / Qualifications:
Knowledge of:
-Federal and state laws governing Special Education and SELPA operations, including IDEA, ADA, Section 504, SELPA governance, procedural safeguards, and compliance systems
-Principles of organizational leadership, policy development, strategic planning, and systems-level implementation
-Best practices in Special Education program design, inclusive education, early intervention, behavior support, and related service delivery
-Fiscal management practices related to Special Education and SELPA funding structures, budgets, and federal/state program requirements
-Program monitoring, compliance review processes, data analysis, and continuous improvement systems
-Effective collaboration strategies with administrators, teachers, families, students, agencies, and community partners
-Methods and strategies for leveraging technology to support case management, compliance systems, communication, and instructional access for students with disabilities
-Professional development planning and staff capacity-building related to Special Education systems and services
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities could qualify someone for this position. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education: Equivalent to a master’s degree from an accredited college or university in education, educational leadership/administration, special education, public administration, or a closely related field.
Experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in Special Education, SELPA, or a related educational support services field, including at least two (2) years in a leadership or administrative role (such as principal, director, program administrator, SELPA administrator, or equivalent).
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Valid California driver’s license required
Valid California Teaching Credential required
Valid California Administrative Credential required
Internal applicants do not need to submit letters of recommendation.
For planning purposes:
-First-round interviews will occur on the afternoon of May 19, 2026
-Applicants selected for first-round interviews will be notified no later than May 18, 2026
-Second-round interviews will occur the afternoon of May 20, 2026
Comments and Other Information
Requirements / Qualifications:
Knowledge of:
-Federal and state laws governing Special Education and SELPA operations, including IDEA, ADA, Section 504, SELPA governance, procedural safeguards, and compliance systems
-Principles of organizational leadership, policy development, strategic planning, and systems-level implementation
-Best practices in Special Education program design, inclusive education, early intervention, behavior support, and related service delivery
-Fiscal management practices related to Special Education and SELPA funding structures, budgets, and federal/state program requirements
-Program monitoring, compliance review processes, data analysis, and continuous improvement systems
-Effective collaboration strategies with administrators, teachers, families, students, agencies, and community partners
-Methods and strategies for leveraging technology to support case management, compliance systems, communication, and instructional access for students with disabilities
-Professional development planning and staff capacity-building related to Special Education systems and services
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities could qualify someone for this position. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education: Equivalent to a master’s degree from an accredited college or university in education, educational leadership/administration, special education, public administration, or a closely related field.
Experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in Special Education, SELPA, or a related educational support services field, including at least two (2) years in a leadership or administrative role (such as principal, director, program administrator, SELPA administrator, or equivalent).
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Valid California driver’s license required
Valid California Teaching Credential required
Valid California Administrative Credential required
Internal applicants do not need to submit letters of recommendation.
For planning purposes:
-First-round interviews will occur on the afternoon of May 19, 2026
-Applicants selected for first-round interviews will be notified no later than May 18, 2026
-Second-round interviews will occur the afternoon of May 20, 2026
Application Deadline
5/15/2026 4:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
5/11/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
167,754 - 194,472 Annually
167,754 - 194,472 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Depending on experience
Length of Work Year
223
Employment Type
Full Time
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Health