Special Education Instructional Manager

Learning Network

. Coach and develop Special Education educators into confident, highly effective professionals .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $55,000 - $65,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Special Education leadership, including IEP development, teacher coaching, and compliance with educational standards. Proven ability to foster collaboration, monitor student progress, and implement effective instructional strategies in a remote K–12 environment.

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Special Education LeadershipIEP Development and ImplementationTeacher Coaching and DevelopmentEducational Technology ExperienceInterpersonal Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

IEP DevelopmentInstructional LeadershipData MonitoringPerformance Improvement PlansTeacher CertificationEducational TechnologyCompliance StandardsRemote Team CollaborationTime ManagementOrganizational Skills

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationCoaching CapabilityJudgment in EscalationsCollaborationAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Google WorkspaceLearning Management SystemsAsanaMac OS

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Special EducationMaster's Degree in Special EducationTeacher CertificationAbility to Obtain State Certifications

Industry Keywords

K–12 EducationStudent EngagementService-Oriented EnvironmentProfessional DevelopmentBackground Checks

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coach and develop Special Education educators into confident, highly effective professionals
Monitor team-level student engagement, progress, retention, and intervention data
Observe instruction, assess teacher effectiveness, and provide actionable coaching
Lead IEP development, implementation, progress monitoring, and meeting execution while ensuring legal compliance
Set expectations, coach candidly, celebrate wins, and foster a culture of ownership, collaboration, and service
Lead and inspire Special Education teachers and paraprofessionals
Conduct frequent one-on-one coaching sessions focused on teacher growth, student outcomes, and accountability
Observe live instruction and review outreach practices
Monitor IEP quality, progress reporting, and meeting execution
Ensure service-level expectations for responsiveness, grading turnaround, communication, and documentation
Partner with students and families during escalations to resolve concerns and rebuild trust
Develop performance improvement plans when standards are not met
Facilitate team meetings, training, and professional development
Build and refine systems, playbooks, checklists, and operational tools
Support hiring and selection of educators
Support proctoring during testing windows, including occasional travel
Work in an online K–12 environment serving students and families

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education or related field (required)
Teacher certification and an approved teacher preparation program (required)
Ability to obtain certifications in Arizona, Colorado, Washington, and other states as may be assigned (required)
5+ years of successful work experience in educational technology or related industry (required)
5+ years of successful experience serving students, families, customers, or other stakeholders in a service-oriented environment (required)
3+ years of experience managing people (required)
Ability to pass required background checks (required)
Exceptional interpersonal communication skills, including ability to navigate difficult conversations
Strong instructional leadership and coaching capability
Strong judgment in student, family, compliance, and personnel escalations
Proven ability to lead multiple priorities, deadlines, and direct reports in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail
Independent work capability and effective remote team collaboration
Proficiency with Mac OS, Google Workspace, learning management systems, and task tools such as Asana
Willingness and ability to travel to assigned testing locations for proctoring
Reliable high-speed internet and a private, professional, distraction-free remote workspace
Availability to work 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Mountain Time (Denver), year-round
Ability to work at least 40 hours per week without concurrent work during scheduled hours

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision employee coverage for as little as $1 each per month
Personal paid time off in addition to major holidays
Short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and AD&D insurance are all 100% paid by the employer
401(k) with employer contributing a dollar-for-dollar match of employee contributions up to 6% of employee earnings
Remote work from home
Fixed schedule with full-time exempt employment