Somerville Public Schools · 10 hours ago
2026 Summer Programs - SPED Extended School Year: Director (ESY)
Somerville, MA
Part-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expSomerville Public Schools is offering a Special Education summer programming for students with disabilities requiring extended school year services. The Director of Special Education ESY Summer School will oversee summer staff, ensure compliance with regulations, and enhance programming quality for students aged preschool to 21.
EducationHigher EducationPrimary EducationSecondary Education
Responsibilities
In collaboration with the Assistant Director of Special Education ESY supervise summer special education staff and all instructional and enrichment activities
Supervise the maintenance of accurate records & data on the academic process and attendance of students
Conduct staff meetings as necessary for the proper function of the summer program
Assist in the screening, hiring and assigning of summer program staff
Maintain high standards for students and positive behavioral supports
Assess all summer program activities and provide recommendations for the improvement of future summer programming
Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Special Education ESY and all Summer Program Directors throughout the district to coordinate, plan, assure implementation with fidelity for all children in the special education programs
Perform any and all other duties as assigned by Director of Special Education
Qualification
Required
Special Education license and relevant teaching experience working with a wide range of student abilities and ages (min. 5 yrs. successful teaching experience, Master's preferred)
Experience supervising multi-dimensional programs including student safety, program planning, supervision of staff, interns, volunteers, managing supplies, etc
Experience in curriculum development focused on research based instruction and leading/planning/providing professional development
Experience in working with students with special needs in the areas of behavior management with a focus on ABA, social skill development, and application of skills
Ability to work collaboratively with special education staff and families to support program access and effectively address issues that may arise
Ability to maintain a safe and healthy environment for students
MA Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) Clearance
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Bilingual/multicultural communication with diverse students and families preferred
Company
Somerville Public Schools
Somerville Public Schools offers grades from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Francis Gorski
Chief Financial Officer
Ana Maria Nieto
Coordinator of Prenatal to School Entry Partnership Alignment and Grant Development
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2025-10-25
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