Vacancy Details
Title
Director of Special Education
School/Building
Marathon County Special Education - Wausau, WI
Number of Openings
1
URL
N/A
Close Date (11:59 p.m. Central)
2/10/2026
Contact
Name
Kelly Kapitz
Title
Director
kkapitz@mcse.k12.wi.us
Phone
7152611980
Website
Position Details
Position Start Date
7/1/2026
Appointment Type
Full Time
Description
Children with Disabilities Education Board (CCDEB)
Marathon County, Wisconsin
The Children with Disabilities Education Board (CCDEB) of Marathon County is seeking an experienced and collaborative Director of Special Education to provide leadership, vision, and oversight for special education services across participating school districts. This role is critical to ensuring high-quality, compliant, and student-centered programming for children with disabilities in a rural educational setting.
Position Overview
The Director of Special Education leads and supports special education programming in accordance with state and federal law, collaborates closely with district leadership and multidisciplinary teams, and ensures strong procedural compliance and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in special education, effective leadership skills, and a commitment to serving students, families, and educators.
The director will also have oversight of the Birth to Three Program for Marathon, Lincoln and Langlade Counties. The candidate should have experience working with this program as a practitioner or leader.
Required Qualifications
Candidates must meet all of the following requirements:
Master’s degree in Education related field
Valid Wisconsin Director of Special Education and Pupil Services license
Experience working in the field of special education within Wisconsin
Demonstrated experience leading and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
Experience working in rural school settings
Strong knowledge of state and federal special education laws and regulations related to Birth to Three and prek-12 programs and services.
Demonstrated abilities and experiences collaborating with entities outside of the educational system (e.g. law enforcement, social services, counseling entities, nonprofit organizations, community groups, etc).
Experience with procedural compliance, self-assessment, and continuous improvement processes
In-depth knowledge of the IEP process, including effective IEP meeting facilitation
A diversified background or demonstrated experience in educational leadership
Ability to manage complex problems and resolution facilitation skills
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders
Be skillful at time management and organization.
Preferred Qualifications
Doctorate degree (completed or in progress)
Knowledge of special education budgeting and fiscal management
Experience as a practitioner or leader with a Birth to Three Program
Application Process
Applicants must apply through WECAN . A resume and a minimum of three letters of reference are required as part of the application. Candidates must provide written responses to the questions listed in the application. Each response should be no more than 300 words.
Questions:
Recruiting and Retaining Staff in a High-Shortage Region
Wisconsin is facing a critical shortage of special education teachers, particularly in rural districts where relocation can be difficult. What innovative, data-driven strategies might you implement to attract and, more importantly, retain high-quality special education staff and related service providers in our districts for the 2026-2027 school year?"
Balancing Internal Capacity with External Supports
Small rural districts cannot always afford full-time specialists or specialized programs for low-incidence disabilities. How do you balance building 'internal capacity' (training our own teachers to handle complex needs) to provide FAPE versus relying on outside contractors or services all while maintaining a balanced budget?
Outside Entity Collaboration
In a rural setting, our district's success often depends on services delivered by entities we do not directly manage, such as county mental health agencies, social services or the DVR for transition services. Can you describe your strategy for managing these 'external' relationships to ensure our students receive a seamless experience?
Unlicensed candidates need not apply.
Salary
Salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience and qualifications.
The CCDEB values collaborative leadership, strong communication, and a student-centered approach. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on special education services across Marathon County.
Candidate Requirements
Years of Experience
0
Degree
Master
Licenses
Additional Requirements
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