Special & Inclusive Learning Manager

arc After School and Experiential Education•San Diego, CA

1d•$70,000 - $120,000

About The Position

The Specialized and Inclusive Learning Manager is a credentialed education professional responsible for designing, facilitating, and supporting high-quality professional development for Managerial and frontline staff to ensure students with neurodivergent, behavioral, social emotional or medical support needs are included, supported, and able to thrive in before and/or after school programs across the region. This role leverages deep expertise in special education, inclusive practices, and student support systems to build staff knowledge and confidence. This position works cross-departmentally to align training content with organizational priorities, regional needs, and district expectations. While this role does not include direct staff supervision, it plays a critical leadership role in influencing practice, improving program quality, and ensuring frontline staff are equipped to support all students effectively.

Requirements

Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a Special Education Teacher in a K–12 educational setting.
Valid Special Education Teaching Credential.
Valid California Teaching Credential.
Demonstrated expertise in inclusive instructional practices, differentiated instruction, and supporting students with diverse learning and behavioral needs.
Experience designing and facilitating adult learning or professional development.
Strong understanding of IEP implementation, accommodations, behavior support strategies, and collaboration with school-based teams.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Strong facilitation and presentation skills with adult learners.
Ability to translate special education theory into practical strategies for frontline staff.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
Collaborative, flexible, and solutions-oriented mindset.
Ability to travel between sites as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in out-of-school-time, expanded learning, or youth development programs.
Experience working across multiple sites or regions.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Training Design & Facilitation Design, develop, and facilitate professional development for frontline staff focused on special education foundations, inclusive practices, behavior support strategies, and differentiated instruction in out-of-school-time settings.
Recommend intervention strategies with manipulatives for front line to use, materials, and learning tools that translate special education best practices into practical, field-ready strategies.
Adapt training content to meet the needs of program models and staff experience levels.
Conduct routine site visits to coach staff and observe student support strategies in action, assess program modifications to promote student inclusivity, and model effective interventions and engagement techniques for staff.
Cross-Departmental & Regional Collaboration Collaborate with Program, Supplemental Support, and Regional Leadership teams to identify training needs and align professional learning with operational realities.
Ensure consistency, equity, and quality in training delivery and messaging.
Serve as a subject matter expert for special education and student support practices within the organization.
Implementation Support & Continuous Improvement Analyze staff feedback, participation data, and program outcomes to continuously refine and improve training offerings.
Stay current on special education legislation, district guidance, and best practices to ensure training content remains compliant and relevant.
Professional Learning Leadership Model inclusive, trauma-informed, and strengths-based approaches in all professional interactions.
Support a culture of continuous learning by encouraging reflective practice and professional growth among frontline staff.
Contribute to organization-wide initiatives related to staff development, equity, and instructional quality.
Other duties as assigned.