Job Description:

To administer and lead an educational program that provides eligible students with a specialized alternative learning environment designed to support academic achievement, positive behavior development, and emotional regulation.

Establishes and maintains a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment for all students and staff. Promotes the development of behavioral, social, and self-regulation skills needed for students to successfully transition to a less restrictive setting. Ensures ongoing academic progress through the use of differentiated instruction, evidence-based practices, effective curriculum, and targeted interventions aligned to individual student needs. Supports other campuses and behavior programs by ensuring consistency and effectiveness across services. Provides ongoing special education support to the Director of Special Education, adapting to evolving needs and priorities.

The Assistant Director serves as a key administrator in the Special Education department, responsible for maintaining a safe, structured, and compliant educational environment that meets the diverse social and behavior needs for students within the Litchfield Elementary School District. 

The highly-reputable Litchfield Elementary School District offers quality education to more than 10,200 students in four cities (Avondale, Buckeye, Goodyear, Litchfield Park). A treasured gem less than thirty minutes west of downtown Phoenix, our diverse district has 16 beautiful campuses, with site 17 under construction, that enjoy broad community support.  Our emphasis on our core values of "Believe, Belong, and Belong" fosters a positive work environment centered on helping every child achieve academic and social-emotional success.  

Join our Litchfield family where teachers and staff are valued as professionals. Caring administrators, strong parent organizations and engaged community partners go above and beyond to promote a positive work culture that fuels job satisfaction for nearly 1,400 employees.  Please visit our website at www.lesd79.org to apply online!