Special Education School Principal

Every Special Child LLC
  • San Jose, CA
  • Full-time
3 days ago

Job Description

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Referral Bonus
  • License reimbursement

About the Role:
Every Special Child is hiring a visionary, compassionate, and experienced Special Education School Principal to lead our school community in San Jose, CA. The Principal serves as the educational, administrative, and instructional leader of the school, responsible for creating an inclusive, supportive, and high-achieving environment for students with diverse learning needs.

This role requires a dedicated educator with deep expertise in special education law, Individualized Education Program (IEP) compliance, positive behavior interventions, and collaborative leadership. The ideal candidate will foster strong partnerships with families, teachers, support staff, and school district representatives to ensure every student reaches their full potential.

Responsibilities:
  • Provide instructional leadership and oversee daily school operations for a special education setting
  • Supervise, mentor, and evaluate special education teachers, paraprofessionals, and support staff
  • Ensure compliance with IEP (Individualized Education Program) development, implementation, and review processes
  • Collaborate with families, therapists, and community partners to support student outcomes
  • Monitor and maintain compliance with IDEA, state regulations, and district special education policies
  • Develop and implement school-wide behavior support and intervention strategies
  • Manage school budget, resources, and administrative functions effectively
  • Foster a positive, inclusive school culture centered on student growth and staff development
Requirements:
  • Valid California Administrative Services Credential (or equivalent) required
  • Valid California Special Education Education Specialist Certification. 
  • Master's degree in Special Education, Educational Leadership, or related field preferred
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience in special education administration or school leadership
  • Strong knowledge of IDEA, IEP processes, and special education law
  • Experience working with students with diverse disabilities including autism, emotional disturbance, and learning disabilities
  • Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and team-building skills
  • Compassionate, student-centered leadership style with a commitment to equity and inclusion
Website: 
www.everyspecialchild.com

Hiring Team: 
Sam Mahmood
Cell Phone Number: +1 (323) 203-1494
Email: S.mahmood@everyspecialchild.com


Numbers & Facts

LocationSan Jose, CA
Job TypeFull-time

Skills

  • Administrative Skillsunmatched
  • Autismunmatched
  • Behavioral Interventionunmatched
  • Budget Managementunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Community Supportunmatched
  • Conflict Resolutionunmatched
  • Education Regulationsunmatched
  • Educational Administrationunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Learning Disabilitiesunmatched
  • Legalunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Mentoringunmatched
  • Operationsunmatched
  • Reimbursementunmatched
  • School Managementunmatched
  • Special Educationunmatched
  • Special Needsunmatched
  • Staff Developmentunmatched
  • State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
  • Student Conductunmatched
  • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Training Program Developmentunmatched
  • Training/Teachingunmatched

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