The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District’s team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment.
In pursuit of this mission, the Special Education Department is hiring a Special Education Project Manager. This individual will support the Senior Director of Special Education in managing financial and staffing operations for the special education department. This role includes budgeting, compliance monitoring, process development, staff training, and data analysis to ensure operational efficiency and alignment with laws and regulations.
At Lansing School District, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We foster a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite passionate individuals dedicated to educational excellence to apply for our positions.
We value internal mobility and list "Strong Internal Candidate" when considering an internal candidate before posting a job. We still encourage all candidates to apply.
Complete the attached online application at your earliest convenience. If selected, we will contact you to set up an interview. While we strive to provide prompt feedback, the high volume of applicants may limit our ability to do so. All of our jobs will be posted for at least 10 days (unless otherwise noted), but we will review applications on a rolling basis.
External candidates interested in multiple positions within the same department need only apply to one posting and can indicate other roles of interest in the final question. We will consider your application for various roles based on your qualifications.
Internal candidates should apply using their SSO email address and submit separate applications for each role of interest.
Thank you for your interest in joining our mission-driven team. We look forward to meeting you!
This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the Lansing School District reserves the right to modify job responsibilities as needed. Due to the evolving needs of the District, additional job responsibilities may be assigned (depending on funding sources).
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Are you passionate about supporting special education in a vibrant and diverse community? The Lansing School District is looking for a Special Education Project Manager to join our dedicated team! In this role, you'll partner with the Senior Director of Special Education to ensure that our department operates smoothly and effectively, focusing on budgeting, compliance, process development, and staff training. Your experience with the public school system and special education will be invaluable as you supervise support personnel, ensure that we meet legal obligations, and provide training in areas like Medicaid billing and financial documentation. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and a strong communicator who can tackle data analysis and present findings clearly. With your expertise, we'll continue to create a safe and nurturing educational environment for over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in Lansing, MI. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive space that champions diversity and values different perspectives, ensuring all team members feel empowered and supported. If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a real difference in our community, we'd love to hear from you! Salary ranges from $59,311 to $95,947 per year, reflecting your experience and qualifications. Join us in our mission to provide excellent education and professional growth in a dynamic atmosphere!
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