<p>Associate Director of Student Services JobID: 4427</p> <p>Position Type:</p> <p>Administration/Supervisory/Associate Director of Student Services</p> <p>Date Posted:</p> <p>3/30/2026</p> <p>Location:</p> <p>Adams and Franklin Counties, PA</p> <p>Date Available:</p> <p>ASAP</p> <p>Closing Date:</p> <p>04/09/2026</p> <p>&nbsp&nbspAdditional Information: Show/Hide</p> <p>Description:</p> <p>The Associate Director of Special Education supports the Assistant Director of Special Education in leading and coordinating county-wide special education services. This role collaborates closely with the Special Education Administrative Team to ensure programs and services are aligned with federal and state regulations, as well as the goals of the Intermediate Unit and partnering school districts. The Associate Director helps plan, implement, and monitor specialized programs that address student needs, provides guidance and support to staff, and fosters partnerships to promote effective and compliant service delivery across the county or counties.</p> <p>Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Valid Pennsylvania certification as a Supervisor of Special Education or Principal PK-12 Certificate (required) </li><li>Minimum of five (5) years of successful supervisory or administrative experience in special education (preferred) </li><li>Demonstrated knowledge of special education laws and regulations, including IDEA and Chapter 14 </li><li>Strong understanding of curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices </li><li>Experience with budget planning, staff supervision, and professional development </li><li>Proficient in data analysis to support program improvement and student outcomes </li><li>Excellent interpersonal, communication, decision-making, and leadership skills </li><li>Ability to work collaboratively across teams and school districts to ensure effective program implementation </li></ul> <p>Terms of Employment: Full-time, 260 days</p> <p>Salary: Act 93 contract; excellent benefits package</p> <p>The LIU offers an exceptional benefits package for eligible employees, designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being:</p> <ul> <li>Comprehensive Health Coverage: </li></ul> <p>Medical insurance available for a nominal premium, plus free dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents.</p> <ul> <li> <p>Life Insurance at No Cost:</p> </li><li> <p>Life insurance coverage equal to two times salary, up to a maximum benefit of $375,000.(Beginning July 2026)</p> </li><li> <p>Employee Assistance Program (EAP):</p> </li></ul> <p>Free, confidential support for employees and dependents, including three counseling sessions per person, per year.</p> <ul> <li>Paid Time Off: </li></ul> <p>Sick, Personal and Vacation days each year.</p> <ul> <li>Income Protection: </li></ul> <p>Short-term and long-term disability coverage available.</p> <ul> <li>Retirement Benefits: </li></ul> <p>Participation in the Public School Employees' Retirement System (PSERS).</p> <ul> <li>Exclusive Access to the Lincoln Health and Wellness Center: </li></ul> <p>Available to employees and covered family members (age 2+).</p> <p>No copays or deductibles for services provided at the center for those enrolled in the LIU medical plan.</p> <p>Learn more: https://www.lincolnhwc.com/</p> <ul> <li>Student Loan Forgiveness Eligibility: </li></ul> <p>LIU employment may qualify you for federal Student Loan Forgiveness Programs.</p> <p>Details: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation</p>