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INTERIM DIRECTOR OF PRESCHOOL & SPECIAL EDUCATION

Newton Public Schools

Newton, NJJob$550–650 stipendTracked 3w agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$550–650 stipend
Location
Newton, NJ
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Principal/Supervisor Certificate Issued By The State Board Of Education

Job overview

Newton Public Schools is hiring an INTERIM DIRECTOR OF PRESCHOOL & SPECIAL EDUCATION. The Newton School District seeks an Interim Director of Preschool & Special Education to lead, manage, and supervise the district's preschool and special education programs, overseeing staff, budgets, and compliance with state and federal regulations.

Key focus areas include 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, and Supervise members of the Child Study Team, Special Education staff, Speech/Language staff, and Preschool staff.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Qualifications

Valid Principal/Supervisor Certificate Issued by the State Board of EducationCriminal Background Check

Full job description

Job Details

Job ID: 5864222

Job Description

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.

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: $550.00 to $650.00 Per Year

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