Specialized Programs Administrator

Location: Global Village Academy - North

Reports to: School Principal

Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Salary Range: $90,000 - $112,500

About Us:

Global Village Academy is an innovative charter school where students learn core academic content through language immersion. Language offerings vary by campus: our North - Thornton campus offers Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, and Russian, while our Aurora and Douglas County campuses offer Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, and French. GVA is truly a "global village." Our immersion teachers come from all over the world, each bringing their unique culture and language into the classroom. United by a common core, students are challenged to become world class thinkers, capable of engaging ideas using multiple languages and cross-cultural perspectives, through an internationally benchmarked curriculum spanning each language village.

Summary:

The Specialized Programs Administrator provides strategic leadership, oversight, and support for all special services programming, including special education, gifted education, multilingual learner supports, intervention systems, and related student services. This position ensures equitable, high-quality programming and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while advancing student achievement and inclusive practices across the school.

The Programs Administrator collaborates closely with school leadership, teachers, service providers, families, and community partners to develop, implement, and evaluate programs that support diverse learners. This role also leads professional learning initiatives, supervises specialized staff, manages budgets and resources, and promotes evidence-based instructional and behavioral practices aligned with the school's mission and strategic priorities.

Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesLeadership and Program Oversight

• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to administrators, coordinators, specialists, and special service providers in delivering high-quality programming and services for students with diverse learning and behavioral needs.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate special services programming to ensure alignment with school goals, student needs, and legal requirements.
• Promote inclusive educational practices and least restrictive environment (LRE) opportunities for students with disabilities.
• Lead strategic planning efforts related to special services, intervention systems, gifted programming, multilingual learner supports, and student achievement initiatives.
• Ensure consistency and effectiveness of special education processes, including IEP implementation and service delivery practices across the school.
• Serve as a resource and advisor to school leaders regarding instructional practices, compliance requirements, student support systems, and complex student needs.
• Remain informed of current and emerging legislation, regulations, and best practices impacting special education and student services.

Supervision and Staff Support

• Supervise and support coordinators, specialists, itinerant staff, mental health providers, and office personnel within Student Support Services.
• Establish accountability structures and performance expectations for special services staff.
• Support principals in the evaluation and development of special education teachers and related service providers.
• Oversee recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and retention of specialized instructional and support staff based on program and staffing needs.
• Facilitate collaboration among teachers, service providers, intervention teams, and administrators to improve student outcomes.
• Coordinate and lead ongoing professional development aligned to evidence-based instructional, behavioral, and compliance practices.
• Facilitate regular meetings and training sessions for special services staff and stakeholders.

Compliance and Legal Oversight

• Ensure compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), Section 504, state regulations, and school policies.
• Monitor implementation of special education procedures, documentation, timelines, and reporting requirements.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of required state and federal reports.
• Partner with legal counsel and authorizers regarding mediations, due process hearings, state complaints, and compliance matters.
• Maintain oversight of charter and private school special education support services, as applicable.

Budget and Resource Management

• Collaborate with school leadership in developing and managing budgets related to special services and specialized programming.
• Oversee allocation of staffing, paraeducator support, grants, and program resources to ensure equitable and compliant service delivery.
• Monitor expenditures and funding sources to ensure alignment with school priorities and legal requirements.
• Evaluate program, curriculum, equipment, technology, and training needs to support effective services for students.

Collaboration and Communication

• Build strong partnerships with families, school staff, community agencies, and external organizations to support student success.
• Collaborate with school administrators in regards to curriculum and instruction, and student engagement initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with administrators, teachers, families, and community stakeholders regarding special services programs and student support systems.
• Support problem-solving and conflict resolution related to student programming, placement, services, and compliance matters.

Instructional and Student Support

• Support teachers in implementing accommodations, modifications, interventions, and differentiated instructional practices.
• Assist staff in analyzing assessment data and developing appropriate goals, supports, and instructional plans for students.
• Promote the use of data-driven decision making to improve student achievement and program effectiveness.
• Support the integration of social-emotional, behavioral, and academic supports within school-wide systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of special education law, compliance requirements, and service delivery models.
• Knowledge of gifted education, multilingual learner programming, MTSS, and evidence-based instructional and behavioral practices.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and project management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead professional learning and facilitate adult collaboration.
• Strong problem-solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to analyze data and use findings to improve programming and student outcomes.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to establish positive working relationships with students, families, staff, and community partners from diverse backgrounds.
• Proficiency with student information systems, data management systems, and instructional technology.
• Commitment to confidentiality, data privacy, and ethical professional practices.
• Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and regulations and apply them effectively in school settings.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced educational environment while managing multiple priorities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education or related field required.
• Valid Colorado Administrator License preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in public education, including leadership or administrative experience in special education or student services preferred.
• Demonstrated experience supervising staff, managing programs, and leading professional development initiatives.
• Criminal background check required for hire.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and move throughout school buildings for extended periods of time.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment and instructional technology.

Work Environment

• School-based environment with frequent interaction with students, staff, families, and community partners.
• May require occasional evening meetings, family events, or professional development activities.
• Work is performed in classrooms, offices, and collaborative learning environments.

Please note this description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Regular attendance is required for this position.

Global Village Academy shall not discriminate in its employment or hiring practices on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, creed, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or any other characteristic prohibited by law. GVA is committed to cultural diversity among school personnel as a means of enriching the educational experience. GVA shall identify, solicit, and consider applicants for employment from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals who will contribute to that effort.

Relocation not provided for this position.

Salary : $90,000 - $112,500