How much does a Director of Special Education make in Washington, DC? The average Director of Special Education salary in Washington, DC is $86,484 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $72,904 and $105,528. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Director of Special Education Salaries by Percentile
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10th Percentile Director of Special Education Salary $60,541 Washington,DC March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Director of Special Education Salary $72,904 Washington,DC March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Director of Special Education Salary $86,484 Washington,DC March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Director of Special Education Salary $105,528 Washington,DC March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Director of Special Education Salary $122,866 Washington,DC March 26, 2024
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Summary This position is located in the Corporate University, Headquarters of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and provides support in the areas of planning, administering, and evaluating training programs for the Division of Risk Management Supervision (RMS). Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement to fill identical vacancies that occur subsequent to this announcement. This job is open to Internal to an agency Current federal employees of this agency. Clarification from the agency This position is open to current FDIC permanent employees with competitive status eligibility. Duties At the full performance level, major duties include: Plans, administers, evaluates, and maintains training programs for the Division of Division of Risk Management Supervisor (RMS) bank examiners. Provides recommendations and assistance to the Chief, Examiner Learning Program (ELP), on a broad range of issues affecting RMS Examiner Training and Development programs. Identifi
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Appletree Early Learning Public Charter School - Washington , DC
About AppleTree AppleTree's mission is to close the achievement gap before students get to kindergarten. To accomplish this mission, we focus exclusively on Preschool and Pre-K education. We provide free, full-day public charter school programming for three- and four-years olds in 12 locations across Washington, DC, employing our innovative and award winning instructional model, called Every Child Ready (ECR). This instructional model provides educators with the tools and resources for 'What to Teach,' 'How to Teach' and 'How to Measure Success.' Summary Principals lead their AppleTree Early Learning Public Charter School (AELPCS) campuses in every aspect of school management including instruction, school operations and community engagement/partnership building. Principals serve as the face of their school and ambassador for AppleTree leading instructional staff, providing training, setting goals, and monitoring progress toward closing the achievement gap before students enter kinderga
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George Washington University - Washington , DC
I. JOB OVERVIEW Job Description Summary: Founded in 1824, the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS) is the 11th oldest medical school in the country and the first in the nations capital. Since its establishment, the school has been at the forefront of medical education, and has grown to include highly-ranked programs in the health and biomedical sciences. With dozens of top-tier residency programs, SMHS is a competitive and esteemed destination for medical school graduates across the country. Find out more here: http://smhs.gwu.edu/ This position, with the support of faculty leaders, manages the development, implementation and evaluation of the clinical education/field work experiences in the Department of Health, Human Function & Rehabilitation Sciences. The position provides direction over a subordinate clinical placement coordinator as well as other program staff members when appropriate. Working closely with the Director of Clinical Education faculty and the Field Work C
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George Washington University - Washington , DC
I. JOB OVERVIEW Job Description Summary: The George Washington University Department of Campus Recreation actively engages our students, our campus community, and our alumni through the spirit of healthy living and competition. Located in the heart of our nation’s capital, this world-class university aspires to have a world-class recreation program. We are committed to building and sustaining a program that mirrors the overall excellence of the university by providing students an unparalleled opportunity for achievement and engaging the larger community as we grow and cultivate the next generation of leaders. The Division for Student Affairs cultivates an inclusive community that supports connection, growth, and well-being for every student throughout their GW journey. DSA’s integrated approach is to provide a cohesive student experience built upon the core values of genuine collaboration, a compassionate approach, and most importantly, putting students at the center of the work. Withi
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U.S. Courts - Washington , DC
Summary The United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) is unique among the thirteen Circuit Courts of Appeal. It has nationwide jurisdiction in a variety of subject areas, including international trade, government contracts, patents, trademarks, certain money claims against the United States government, federal personnel, veterans' benefits, and public safety officers' benefits claims. For additional information about our court please click here. This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Clarification from the agency This announcement is open until filled. Open to all US Citizens and those eligible to work in the United States. An FBI Background; Master Background Investigation High-Sensitive Check is required. Duties The US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit is seeking a motivated and engaging individual with experience in primary or secondary education to serve as the Education Specialist for the court's n
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George Washington University - Washington , DC
I. JOB OVERVIEW Job Description Summary: Disability Support Services (DSS) at The George Washington University facilitates the educational experience of those with disabilities working within the context of diversity. We work collaboratively with students, faculty and staff across the campus to foster a climate of universal academic excellence, while also promoting disability culture and GW’s broader accessibility and inclusion initiatives. Reporting to the Director of Disability Support Services, the Assistant Director, DSS is responsible for the following: Administration: Acts as a Deputy for the Director, able to assume responsibility for decisions regarding GW’s ADA/Section 504, 508 compliance and to compose the DSS response to legal inquiries, addresses parent and faculty communications, and resolves student matters related to accommodations and accessibility concerns, etc. during the Director’s absence. Accommodation Eligibility: Manages the interactive process for housing, dinin
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