Director of Individualized Education Colorado Springs School District 11

Position Profile

Position:Director of Individualized Education

School/Department:Central Administration

Reports To:Chief ofStudent Experience & Success

FTE:1.0 / 8 hours per day

Days/Year:260

Salary Grade:P11

Salary Range: 102649-$115600

Salary Schedule: 2025-2026 Executive Professional Salary Schedule Non-School Based Positions (Group C)

FLSA Status:Exempt

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Position Summary

The Director is a strategic and operational leader responsible for advancing Colorado Springs School District 11s mission to Inspire every mind through effective management of district programs people and systems. Directors oversee one or more departments or initiatives that support district goals in teaching and learning operations finance student services or other specialized areas.

Directors are accountable for designing implementing and evaluating programs and practices that ensure equitable outcomes and operational excellence. They lead and supervise professional teams manage budgets oversee compliance and policy implementation and align departmental work with the districts Strategic Plan.

Directors serve as collaborative partners to school and district leaders providing expertise innovation and responsive support that drives continuous improvement. They analyze data to inform decisions ensure fiscal responsibility and foster a culture of service accountability and excellence.

This position requires visionary leadership strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to inspire and empower others to achieve shared goals in a dynamic educational environment.

Leaders at Colorado Springs School District 11 are collaborative student-centered professionals who inspire excellence through vision accountability and care. They embody the Districts roadmap to success through creating environments that provide high-quality instruction enhancing classroom focused resources expanding our diverse school portfolio providing excellence through experience and building connected communities.

All leaders in D11 are expected to:

• Cultivate safe learning environments where all students and staff feel valued.
• Lead or support the design and implementation of programs aligned to district and board goals.
• Use data and evidence to inform continuous improvement and operational effectiveness.
• Manage personnel budgets and resources with efficiency transparency and integrity.
• Build partnerships with schools families and community organizations that strengthen outcomes.
• Model professionalism ethical leadership and a commitment to lifelong learning.

Essential Job Functions

Provide Strategic Leadership and Direction

• Lead the development implementation and evaluation of departmental vision goals and initiatives aligned with the districts Strategic Plan and mission.
• Establish long-term strategies that advance operational excellence innovation and equitable outcomes across the organization. Advise executive leadership on emerging trends risks and opportunities impacting the departments work.

Direct Department Operations

• Oversee and manage all departmental operations ensuring systems structures and processes function effectively and efficiently to meet program objectives. Establish operational priorities allocate resources and ensure accountability for performance outcomes.

Lead and Develop Staff

• Supervise evaluate and develop managers and staff within the department. Build leadership capacity through coaching professional development and succession planning. Foster a culture of collaboration accountability high performance and continuous learning.

Oversee Programs and Strategic Initiatives

• Direct the planning implementation and evaluation of programs projects and initiatives within the departments scope. Establish strategic priorities monitor progress and ensure initiatives align with district goals timelines and regulatory requirements.

Ensure Compliance and Mitigate Risk

• Ensure departmental compliance with district policies and applicable local state and federal regulations. Develop systems procedures and internal controls that promote accountability transparency and risk mitigation. Maintain accurate documentation and reporting systems.

Lead Data Strategy and Continuous Improvement

• Establish systems to collect analyze and interpret data to evaluate program effectiveness and operational performance. Use data-driven insights to inform strategic decisions improve service delivery and strengthen outcomes. Lead continuous improvement efforts across departmental systems and practices.

Direct Financial and Resource Management

• Develop and manage departmental budgets ensuring responsible stewardship of financial and operational resources. Align budget planning and resource allocation with strategic priorities and district objectives.

Build Organizational Partnerships and Collaboration

• Serve as a key liaison between departments schools district leadership and external partners to ensure effective coordination and delivery of services. Promote cross-functional collaboration and alignment to strengthen districtwide initiatives and organizational effectiveness.

Promote Organizational Excellence and Culture

• Model ethical leadership professionalism and integrity in all interactions. Promote inclusive practices and a people-centered organizational culture that supports employee engagement and organizational effectiveness.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Strategic leadership and organizational management principles
  
  
• Systems thinking and large-scale operational design
  
  
• District policies and applicable local state and federal regulations
  
  
• Budget development fiscal oversight and resource management
  
  
• Data analytics and performance management systems
  
  
• Continuous improvement organizational change and innovation strategies
  
  
• Leadership development and talent management practices
  
  

Skills in:

• Developing and executing strategic initiatives and programs
  
  
• Leading and developing high-performing teams and leaders
  
  
• Managing complex projects operations and organizational systems
  
  
• Interpreting and applying data to guide strategic decision-making
  
  
• Communicating effectively with diverse stakeholders including executive leadership
  
  
• Building collaborative partnerships across departments and organizations
  
  
• Navigating complex organizational challenges with sound judgment

Ability to:

• Lead large-scale initiatives that advance district strategic priorities
  
  
• Influence decision-making and drive alignment across departments
  
  
• Balance strategic leadership with operational oversight
  
  
• Identify systemic challenges and implement sustainable solutions
  
  
• Promote accountability innovation and continuous improvement
  
  
• Adapt leadership strategies in response to evolving district needs
  
  
• Represent the district with professionalism integrity and alignment to its mission

Qualifications

• Required Bachelors Degree in education business public administration or a related field
• Required license and/or certification related to position
• Preferred Masters Degree in education business public administration or a related field
• Preferred qualifications include advanced certification or licensure experience in K12 education or government operations and/or bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish or other district-identified languages).

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

Work is primarily sedentary with periods of light activity. Essential functions may include walking or standing for extended periods; lifting up to 20 pounds; climbing stairs; bending; reaching; handling objects; and operating a computer keyboard. The role requires effective communication and the ability to receive and process information through vision hearing or other assisted means. Work is performed in a typical office setting with frequent collaboration across departments and occasional evening meetings. Duties may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Join Our Team!

Join Colorado Springs School District 11 as a Director and help lead the systems that power student and staff success. Your leadership problem-solving and collaborative approach will strengthen operations foster innovation and help every member of the D11 community thrive.

Employees in this category will also receive the following for the 2025-2026 school year:

1. Non-Recurring Pay: 8% of base salary in Non-Recurring Pay (distributed as 4% on November paycheck and 4% on May paycheck).
2. Professional Development Fund (PDF): EXEC Pro employees will be allocated $1500 annually towards a Professional Development Fund (PDF) to be used for professional growth opportunities. Amount allocated will be prorated based upon date and length of hire.

Base Salary Setting: Employment assignment and salary placement is in accordance with job description requirements. A work history is required to demonstrate job title job duties and time worked in the position. Reference the linked How Your Compensation Is Determined for more details.

Salary Setting (New Hires): Newly-employed Executive Professionals will be placed on the twenty (20) step system. Each step represents two years of experience based upon equivalent experience. Beginning in July 2025 The maximum number of years of experience granted is 14 which is equivalent to placement on step seven (7). Steps are determined by experience listed on the application and resume.

Salary Setting (Rehires): Returning employees who have previously resigned or separated from the District will be rehired at the same step they were on at the time of resignation/separation plus any new experience gained in the same job provided step increases were approved by the Board during the years in question.

Employees with experience in the District who have left the District and then returned to the same position shall be hired at the same pay grade (refers to the EXEC Pro placement on salary schedule by job title) and step at time of resignation. Additional relevant experience gained after resignation may be evaluated from the employees application and updated resume.

See Employee Handbook (located on the D11 website) for information on salary setting for rehires (after retirement) promotions and lateral transfers.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Required Experience:

Director