Job Description
Region: 10
School District/Employer:
District Category/Employer: Central Office,
Position: Executive Director,
Assignment Level: Area
Job Title: Executive Director of Specialized Learning
School: Midlothian ISD
Campus Description: L.A. Mills Administration
Date Posted: 4/30/2026
Deadline: 2026-05-22
Openings: 1
Commitment: Full Time
Description/Notes: JOB TITLE: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF SPECIALIZED LEARNING
On-site - Full-time - Pay Grade: AP8-12 Month
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports to: Chief Academic Officer
Department: Specialized Learning/Administration
ABOUT THE JOB
The Executive Director Specialized Learning works directly with the Chief Academic Officer carrying out the Academic Vision, Mission, and Goals set by the Board of Trustees. The major function for this position is to direct the district’s special education program, to ensure provision of needed services for special needs students. He/she will work to provide individualized programs to meet the needs of all special needs students and ensure compliance with all state, federal, and local requirements. Collaborate with district leaders to evaluate instructional progress and teacher effectiveness.
QUALIFICATIONS - PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Master’s or Doctorate degree in Administration, Curriculum and Instruction, Special Education and/or related field
Principal, Superintendent, or other appropriate Texas certificate
Valid Texas teaching certificate with special education endorsement
10 or more years in public education
Five (5) years experience of teaching (preferred in Special Education)
Three (3) years of district administrative experience in Special Education
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE AND/OR SKILLS - EXPERIENCE
A good candidate for this position will possess knowledge of individual needs of with disabilities; the ability to communicate with all levels of students with special needs and their parents; the ability to plan targeted professional development; the ability to manage budget and personnel; the ability to implement federal and state policy and procedures; the ability to interpret data; the ability to coordinate with others; and strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
MIDLOTHIAN ISD LEADERSHIP DEFINITION
In Midlothian ISD, we believe that as leaders, MPower People, Purpose, and Prosperity across our organization. Our leaders consistently demonstrate the following competencies: commitment to student success, pursuit of excellence, leading with discernment, communicating to connect, fostering authentic relationships, investing in self and others, embodying our “why”, promoting belonging, and nurturing organizational culture. These are essential competencies that we look for in leaders at all levels.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Exec Director Specialized Learning will oversee an ongoing process to define the department’s future direction, align resources, set measurable goals, and facilitate stakeholder engagement in a way that fulfills the district’s mission; lead, direct, and manage special education and Section 504 programs and services to meet students’ needs; supervise transition services for special education students entering and exiting public school programs; ensure that student progress is evaluated on a regular, systematic basis, and the findings are used to make special education programs more effective; facilitate the use of technology in the teaching-learning process to meet students’ needs with accommodations and modifications; provide training, resources, and materials to support all staff impacting students receiving specialized instruction in order to meet the goals of the district balanced scorecard; supervise and monitor admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) process districtwide; manage the special education referral process; arrange for or conduct student assessments; make recommendations regarding placement and program management for individual students; consult on committee meetings to ensure the appropriate placement for students as needed; train and assist campus leadership in the development of instructional programs as it relates to special education; and serve as a resource person for 504, Counselors and Student Assistance Team (SAT).
The Exec Director Specialized Learning will promote a positive, caring climate for learning; deal sensitively and fairly with stakeholders; and employ effective interpersonal skills.
The Exec Director Specialized Learning will assess and respond to needs related to job responsibilities; contribute to the recommendations of sound policies directed toward program improvement; analyze all evaluative findings, including student achievement data, to determine the specialized programs effectiveness and make adjustments to improve services; annually review curriculum for specialized programs to ensure alignment with student needs and progress; and communicate proactively with campus administrators on all needs and requirements for specialized programs.
The Exec Director Specialized Learning will prepare, review, and revise job descriptions in the special education department; develop systems, training options and/or improvement plans to ensure exemplary operations across all areas of responsibility; evaluate job performance of employees to ensure effectiveness; make recommendations relative to personnel placement, transfer, retention, and dismissal; and work with principals to conduct interviews with all professional applicants for special education positions.
The Exec Director Specialized Learning will direct and manage the district’s special education program; work directly with the Assistant Superintendent on the budget for specialized learning and ensure that programs are cost effective and funds are managed prudently; compile budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs; approve purchase orders for the department based on prioritized needs and in accordance with students’ individual education plans; implement the policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and the local board policy in the area of special education and other special populations; compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required; provide leadership in the formulation and implementation of contracts for eligible students with disabilities receiving services outside of the district; serve as resource person in the design and equipping of physical facilities for individuals with physical disabilities; and provide leadership regarding statistical data related to PEIMS for special populations.
The Exec Director Specialized Learning will demonstrate support for the district’s student management policies and expected student behavior related to special education programs and special populations programs; establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, and teachers concerning any concerns or challenges; and ensure that student behavioral problems are addressed by special education administrative staff when requested.
The Exec Director Specialized Learning will articulate the district’s mission and goals in the area of special education, Dyslexia, and Section 504 to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission; demonstrate awareness of district/community needs and initiate activities to meet those identified needs; demonstrate the use of appropriate and effective techniques for community and parent involvement; and create and meet regularly with an advisory community parent group for feedback.
The Exec Director Specialized Learning will articulate the district’s mission and goals in the area of special education and special population to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission; demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible and serve as a role model for all district staff; coordinate, develop and present in-service education programs for staff, when appropriate; and perform all other duties as required and/or assigned.
The Exec Director Specialized Learning will implement the policies established by federal and state law, state board of education rule, and local board policy in the area of special education; prepare reports and assist the Assistant Superintendent and principals in evaluation of the effectiveness of specialized learning programs; compile, maintain, and present all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required; and monitor compliance of the Results Driven Accountability System and Data Validation Systems. Prepare and submit all required documentation to the Texas Education Agency in an accurate and timely manner.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise and evaluate the performance of Director of Specialized Learning, Secretary for Specialized Learning,, district special education staff, support staff for special education, district auxiliary special education positions (LSSP, Diagnosticians, etc.)
Support campus administrators in the supervision of special education staff: teachers and paraprofessionals
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Use of the equipment may be required: Use of standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.
The job may require mental/physical demands and consideration of environmental factors: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of a mouse; occasional reaching; occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 20 pounds); may work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent district wide and statewide travel; stressful decision-making moments; frequent communication with other employees and members of the public; work with frequent interruptions; and maintain emotional control under stress.
This job is expected to be mostly on-site but comes with the possibility to work remotely (from home) a few days per week as determined by your supervisor. Employees who work remotely are expected to follow policies (attendance, social media, confidentiality, data protection, code of conduct) in addition to protecting passwords and following data encryption protection standards and settings while working remotely as expected at the worksite
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
All MISD employees are expected to maintain confidentiality by following the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) for student information and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) for employee and student information.
Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS - PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Master’s or Doctorate degree in Administration, Curriculum and Instruction, Special Education and/or related field
Principal, Superintendent, or other appropriate Texas certificate
Valid Texas teaching certificate with special education endorsement
10 or more years in public education
Five (5) years experience of teaching (preferred in Special Education)
Three (3) years of district administrative experience in Special Education
Salary Range: $101,724 - $143,388
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