What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Superintendent of Special Services position at Ridgefield Public Schools?
- Successful experience as a district-level leader.
- Record of innovative leadership in special education and pupil personnel services.
- Develop and implement a long-term vision for special education, inclusive practices, and specialized support services that align with the district's mission.
- Commitment to ensuring excellent academic programs with high expectations for all students
- Strong knowledge of state and federal special education laws.
- Demonstrated strategic planning, budget development and grant management.
- Knowledge of evidence-based decision making protocols.
- Leadership in effective professional development programs.
- Strong public presentation skills and writing skills.
- Record of Pk-12 special education program improvement with positive measurable outcomes.
- Skilled in research and analysis of global, national, and state best practices in special education programming and disabilities as well as experience applying them at the district level.
- Ability to lead, inspire and collaborate with faculty and staff.
- Skilled in staff recruitment, supervision and evaluation.
- Record of successful communication and partnership with parents, Board of Education and community members.
- Excellent data analysis, communication, and organizational skills.
- Strong work ethic, enthusiasm, intellectual curiosity, and sense of humor.
- Directs Pk-12 reviews of special education and pupil personnel services and leads development and implementation of new programs and initiatives.
- Coordinates homebound/hospitalized instruction services.
- Serves as School Climate Coordinator.
- Acts as McKinney-Vento, as well as district custodian of records.
- Develops and implements the district's special education professional development plan.
- Oversees assessments of program effectiveness and student progress; reports results to the Board of Education and the community.
- Recruit, mentor and evaluate all special education and pupil personnel staff.
- Responsible for oversight of the district's Extended School Year (ESY) program.
- Develops and allocates staffing and budget resources for curriculum, assessment and professional development.
- Work collaboratively with Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction to ensure that all students, including those with IEPs, have access to high quality instruction and pathways.
- Partner with the Superintendent and other cabinet members on matters related to the District priorities and initiatives.
JobID: 2223
Position Type:
Administration/Assistant Superintendent
Administration/Assistant Superintendent
Date Posted:
5/11/2026
5/11/2026
Location:
Districtwide
Districtwide
Date Available:
07/01/2026
07/01/2026
The Ridgefield Public Schools announce a vacancy for Assistant Superintendent of Special Services. Please include cover letter, resume, transcripts and three letters of recommendation.
Qualifications:
Examples of Administrative Duties:
Salary Depending On Administrative Experience