Thanks for your interest in Success Academy! Running the largest, fastest-growing, and highest-performing network of public charter schools in New York City takes a village - families, children, teachers, staff and faculty, advocates and supporters alike. We would love to welcome you to our community! We work tirelessly every day to ensure each child in NYC has access to a fun, rigorous, whole-child education regardless of zip code or economic status. When you join SA, you play a part in giving every student who walks through the doors of one of our 57 schools in NYC a fair shot at reaching his or her potential.

Job Description

As the fastest growing, highest-performing charter school network in New York State, Success Academy is reimagining K-12 public education. Nationally recognized for our innovative, whole-child school model and outstanding academic results, Success Academy educators are empowering children from all backgrounds with the knowledge, skills, and self-belief to succeed in college and in life.

In 2017, SA established the School Management Office (SMO) to operationalize and execute various schooling functions in support of the day-to-day management of our network of schools and serve as an intermediary between the Network and our network of schools.

Representative services provided by the SMO include the planning and management of school leadership deliverables that span people management, classroom management, instructional management. parental joy and investment, data reporting and analysis, communication and calendar management, scholar flow, and management of our school design. The School Management Office is also responsible for oversight of our Network-wide special education program: Sprint .

Reporting to the Lead, Sprint, the Senior Specialist, Network Sprint is responsible for overseeing and executing training programs designed to enhance the effectiveness of school-based special education teams. This role will focus on building the capacity of support staff to effectively implement individualized education programs (IEPs), provide inclusive learning environments, and support students with diverse learning needs. The Senior Specialist will collaborate with school based support staff to ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality, evidence-based special education practices across the district.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and Implement Training Programs: Design, develop, and deliver training sessions for school based special education teams. Focus on fostering knowledge and skills related to identifying students for special education referrals and staying within special education compliance.

• Needs Assessment: Conduct regular needs assessments with school-based teams to identify areas for improvement and to tailor training programs accordingly. Ensure that all training materials are relevant and aligned with district goals, state standards, and best practices.

• Facilitate Professional Development: Lead workshops, webinars, and in-person training sessions to enhance the skills of special education staff, including how to execute their roles effectively in the school building, manage adults around deliverables, use assistive technology (when necessary), and assess student progress to modify IEP recommendations as necessary.

• Support and Coaching: Provide ongoing support and coaching to school teams, including school visits and follow-up consultations, to ensure that the training is being implemented successfully and adapted to meet the needs of students.

• Collaboration: Work closely with network partners (Instructional Services, Operations, Ed Institute, School Quality Management Office) to ensure a coordinated approach to professional development and resource allocation for special education teams.

• Compliance and Best Practices: Ensure that all training complies with state and federal regulations, including IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act), and incorporates the latest best practices in special education.

• Monitor and Evaluate: Track and assess the impact of training programs, gather feedback from participants, and make improvements to training approaches as necessary. Provide reports and updates on training effectiveness to network leadership. Overarching management and accountability for all Sprint initiatives and KPIs

• Resource Development: Create and distribute instructional materials, toolkits, and resources that can be used by school teams to support special education practices, such as behavior intervention plans, communication strategies, and accommodations.

A successful applicant will have the following experiences and education:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Education, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)

• Certification in Special Education (or equivalent)

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in special education or as a special education teacher, with demonstrated leadership experience

• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local special education laws and policies (e.g., IDEA, Section 504)

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders in training and professional development activities

• Ability to assess needs and design tailored training programs for a wide range of special education roles

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

A successful applicant will have the following traits:

Required Traits

• Effectively collaborates with a broad base of constituents at all levels, including senior organizational leadership

• Strong strategic thinking, communication, project management, and creative problem-solving skills

• Demonstrates initiative and perseverance to achieve desired outcomes in an innovative and fast-paced environment

• Places high value on the details

• Is an eager and quick learner who seeks out constructive feedback

• Experienced with Google Suite and is able to utilize advanced Excel functions

• Understanding of student information systems and other educational technologies

Preferred Qualifications & Traits

• Experience with special education systems within New York City preferred

• Experience as a Special Education Coordinator or a similar leadership position

• Experience in data-driven decision-making and program evaluation

• Experience with root-cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies

To join our team, please upload a cover letter and resume that outlines your candidacy. Your cover letter should explain in detail your qualifications for the position. Resumes without cover letters will not be reviewed.

Success Academy Charter Schools is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.

Compensation Range
Annual Salary: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00
Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We actively seek applications from people of all backgrounds to strengthen our community and the perspectives needed to flourish in a multicultural world. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth. Learn more about our philosophy, benefits, and team at https://jobs.successacademies.org/working-here/ .

Success Academy Charter Schools does not offer employment-based immigration sponsorship.

Our dual mission is to: Build exceptional, world-class public schools that prove children from all backgrounds can succeed in college and life; serve as a catalyst and national model for school reform, and help change public policies that prevent children from having access to opportunity.