Special Education Attorney Lead
6 days ago
We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled lead special education attorney to join our team at the Boston Public Schools. The successful candidate will provide expert legal counsel and representation in special education law and compliance matters.
As the oldest public school district in the country, Boston Public Schools serves over 48,000 children in 119 schools, including approximately 11,000 students with disabilities. Our mission is to ensure that every child reaches their full potential by providing rigorous, supportive, and safe environments for learning.
Key Responsibilities:- Provide senior level legal advice and guidance to BPS administrators, departments, educators, and staff on special education issues, including student rights, eligibility, evaluations, IEPs, disciplinary actions, and due process procedures.
- Support the District's Problem Resolution System Team (PRS Team) in responding to PRS complaints filed with the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
- Stay up-to-date with updates in special education law, policies, and decisions and create legal updates to share with internal stakeholders.
- Advise on District-wide legal strategy regarding the resolution of special education issues.
- Work with outside counsel when necessary to resolve special education matters in litigation.
- Conduct legal research, analysis, and render opinions and counsel on special education laws and regulations.
- Monitor BPS compliance with federal and state special education laws and regulations, ensuring adherence to procedural safeguards and best practices.
The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school, be licensed to practice law in Massachusetts, and have at least 3-5 years of experience practicing special education law, preferably in a school district in Massachusetts or similar setting.
We offer a competitive salary range of $157,106.00 / 1.0 FTE, a comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment dedicated to transforming the lives of all children through exemplary teaching and learning.
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