Duties
Indian Springs School District #109
Director of Special Education
REPORTS TO: Superintendent
POSITION OBJECTIVE: To provide leadership that advances student achievement, managing all aspects of special education and 504 Plan programs and services for students with disabilities, and ensuring that all students with special needs receive a free and appropriate education.
SUMMARY: The Director of Special Education will provide leadership, coordination, and administrative support for the district’s diversified special education programs from early childhood through eighth grade. The Director of Special Education will ensure that students with disabilities receive a high-quality education in compliance with State and Federal Laws.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for planning, implementing, assessing, and making recommendations for improving Special Education programs and inclusive service delivery. This includes staffing and related services and will serve as a resource to building and district administration and staff to ensure that district objectives and goals are being achieved.
Administration
Acts as a liaison for the Superintendent regarding issues of concern related to supporting and advancing the achievement of children with disabilities
Coordinates district special education programs in accordance with board policy, goals, and objectives; Department of Education rules and regulations; and federal laws and regulations
Articulates and implements a clear vision for moving special education students on a service continuum from the least restrictive environment (LRE) to inclusion in a general education environment
Co-leads and collaborates with building and district administrators on supervising, evaluating, and leading the delivery of special education services that address the needs of all learners
Maintains awareness of documented caseloads for Special Education teachers and related service providers
Serves as the District’s Threat Assessment Team Liaison and Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Supervisor
Demonstrates the ability to make decisions that effectively promote the development and implementation of all Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and 504 Plans
Convenes meetings with special education staff members in order to conduct student data analysis for children with disabilities. Ensures that interventions, resources, and instructional strategies are being implemented with fidelity
Contributes to the Administrative Leadership Team through effective collaboration and sharing of issues, concerns, and strategies for continuous improvement
Serves as the district representative in all matters related to special education and the 504 Plan Programming
2. Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Ability to communicate courteously, efficiently and effectively (both verbally and in written format) with a variety of individuals, including faculty and staff, administrators, parents, and representatives of outside agencies and organizations
Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with administrators, supervisors, faculty, parents, and staff, and outside agencies and organizations
Ability to effectively handle stressful situations and resolve conflicts with a problem-solving mindset
Responsible for communicating policies, procedures, and operating practices to employees to assure consistency in administration and compliance
Maintains a respectful and effective working relationship with all stakeholders
3. Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent/designee
Indian Springs School District #109 is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of District #109 to decide all matters relating to employment solely on the basis of the applicant’s ability to perform the essential functions of the position. District #109 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, sexual orientation, color, national origin, religion, age or handicap.
Qualifications
1. Master’s Degree
2. Previous administrative experience preferred
3. Knowledge of Special Education and successful instructional practices for children with disabilities
Salary/Benefits
Regionally competitive and commensurate with experience, but will be no less than a base of $105,000,
plus a fringe benefit package. 12-Month Position