Job Title: Supervisor of Special Education- Autistic Support

Salary: Consistent with Act 93 Administrative Plan

Reports to: Director of Special Education

Hours: 8 hours per day, 8:00 AM- 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, additional evening hours may

required

Building: Administration Building

Job Category: Act 93/ 261 day employee

Date Posted: September 9, 2025

Closing Date: September 19, 2025

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Supervisor of Special Education – Autistic Support is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and evaluation of Autistic Support programs across the district. This role ensures compliance with federal and state regulations, provides leadership to staff, and supports high-quality instructional practices aligned to student needs. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in evidence-based practices for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders and a collaborative, proactive approach to special education leadership. A Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) credential is preferred but not required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide instructional leadership and supervision of all Autistic Support programs across grade levels.
Collaborate with principals, teachers, and service providers to support the implementation of individualized education programs (IEPs).
Monitor program compliance with IDEA, Chapter 14/15/16 in PA, and all other applicable laws and regulations.
Coordinate placements and services based on student needs and program availability.
Lead and support the use of evidence-based practices in autism education, including behavior intervention strategies and inclusive practices.
Assist in hiring, mentoring, and evaluating special education staff assigned to Autistic Support programs.
Collaborate with families to support effective communication and transition planning.
Work with external agencies and contracted providers as necessary to support student programming.
Use student data to guide instructional decisions and monitor program effectiveness.
Support staff with professional development focused on autism-specific instructional and behavioral strategies.
Serve as a resource and liaison to building administrators for all autism-related programming and placements.
Participate in IEP meetings and provide guidance on programming, accommodations, modifications, and placement.
Develop transition supports across grade levels and post-secondary planning for students with ASD.
Demonstrate experience in the development and implementation of behavioral interventions and Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSPs)
Experience training staff in data-driven behavioral strategies, de-escalation techniques, and proactive classroom management
Familiarity with assistive technology, augmentative communication, and sensory regulation supports
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education

REQUIREMENTS:

K-12 Administrative certification and/or Supervisor of Special Education certification, and/or Superintendent's Letter of Eligibility
Five (5) years of experience in administration or special education, with direct experience working in or supervising Autistic Support programs is strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of autism-specific programming, behavior supports, and instructional strategies strongly preferred
Demonstrated understanding of IEP development and special education compliance.
Proven leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
BCBA certification is strongly preferred.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATTITUDE:

Ability to work in a supportive, collaborative role with staff in all departments and offices
Ability to interface with other departments to coordinate reciprocal services for achieving special education goals
Handle confidential information discretely and professionally
Use discretion and exercise sound judgment
Exceptional public relations/interpersonal skills to respond to parents and advocacy groups and to serve as the school district’s lead representative/contact person of programs for special needs students
Effective management, supervisory, team-building, and problem solving skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to reach above and below the waist
Ability to use fingers to pick up, feel, or grasp objects
Some stooping, bending, and twisting of the body required
Ability to lift and carry supplies and papers weighing no more than 20 lbs.
Ability to sit, stand, walk and move throughout the building often for extended periods of the work day
Must pass a Physical

SENSORY ABILITY:

Visual Acuity
Auditory Acuity

(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability or disabilities to perform the primary duties and responsibilities of the position).