Peter Di Nuovo, Administrator of Special Education
Peter Di Nuovo serves as an Administrator of Special Education (ASE) for New York City Public Schools’ District 9, bringing more than 20 years of experience as an educator, instructional leader, and special education administrator. His leadership is grounded in high expectations, equitable access, strong instructional practices, and meaningful collaboration to ensure every student has the opportunity to thrive.
Peter’s career spans classroom, school, district, central-office, and higher-education leadership. Prior to joining District 9, he served as an Assistant Principal in a District 75 high school and previously held leadership roles within the NYCPS Central Special Education Office as Director of Leadership in Special Education and Director of Behavior Intervention. He began his career teaching in both general and special education settings and later served as an Adjunct Professor at Pace University, where he taught graduate coursework in special education, assessment, collaboration, classroom management, methods, and instructional planning.
As a member of the District 9 team, Peter is committed to partnering with school leaders, educators, families, and communities to strengthen inclusive practices and advance opportunities for students with disabilities. He approaches leadership as an act of service—rooted in relationships, shared responsibility, continuous improvement, and an unwavering belief in the potential of every student.
