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Director of Special Education
Princeton, New Jersey, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Education and Training
Specialty
Special Education Director
Location
19124 , Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
1/11/24
Position Summary: Reporting to the Chief of Staff, the Director of Special Education oversees all aspects of special education programming while serving as a general leader of the school and works closely with the Chief of Staff and school personnel to build and maintain a positive safe school culture and climate. The Director of Special Education ensures compliance with laws, codes, and regulations related to special education in the state of Pennsylvania.
Essential Accountabilities:
Responsible for overseeing all Special Education matters. Conduit for all special education matters, policy changes and legal initiatives.
Monitors staff instructional materials and technology to ensure they are compliant with IEP requirements. Disseminates and recommends instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing instructional goals.
Assists Special Education teachers in developing individualized instructional plans and in the use of criterion referenced testing.
Maintains and updates special education programs (Lexia, Estar) to ensure that curriculum is responsive to student needs.
Monitors and supports the identification, analysis and application of research findings.
Engages in and facilitates research and evaluation to determine the effectiveness of current-practice special education programs and to identify potential programs to meet documented needs at Northwood.
Participates in IEP meetings as LEA (on and off site). Reviews and/or edits IEPs for finalization.
Supervisor of Special Education teachers, EL teacher, and School Psychologist. Oversees IEP related services staff and consultants (therapists/behaviorists).
Supports Special Education teachers and Principals on Special Education specific issues.
Establishes appropriate and effective techniques for community and parent involvement.
Maintains confidentiality and an open line of communication with students, parents, school administration, and colleagues.
Arranges APS placements and facilitates least restrictive environment placement of handicapped students.
Oversees all federal, state and local mandated reporting.
Coordinates and oversees all aspects of standardized testing (PSSA, ACCESS, Keystone).
Attends annual state-sponsored special education leadership conference.
Participates in district and state level trainings and meetings related to Special Education compliance and best practices.
Monitors compliance and/or renewal preparation.
Collaborates with Principals, Assistant Principals, School (Guidance) Counselors and School Nurse to serve students in need, beyond the teachers classroom expertise.
Maintains contact and contracts with outside agencies.IEP students: physical, occupational, speech and behavioral/personnel therapists.
Social Services agency.
Monthly Board reporting.
Tracks Evaluation queue and Re-evaluations.
Oversees the Extended School Year summer program.
Monitors and prepares documentation requirements for the high school application process for students receiving special education services (LeGare file preparation, transition planning).
Prepares for Special Education Cyclical Monitoring (every 6 years).
Reports ECYEH (Education for Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness) and Compliance reporting .
Uploads required materials to Epicenter.
Education/Experience:
Bachelors degree, Masters degree preferred.
Supervisory Pennsylvania Certification and prior experience as a supervisor.
Experience in at least one area of special education.
Qualifications:
Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignment without direct supervision.
Ability to keep and maintain accurate records and to meet deadlines.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Working Conditions: Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature, and air quality. Interruptions of work are routine. May be stressful given individual circumstances.
Physical Requirements: Sitting, standing, lifting, and carrying (up to 25 pounds), reaching, squatting, climbing stairs, and kneeling may be required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
Philadelphia, PA 19124: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In personHealth insurance
Essential Accountabilities:
Responsible for overseeing all Special Education matters. Conduit for all special education matters, policy changes and legal initiatives.
Monitors staff instructional materials and technology to ensure they are compliant with IEP requirements. Disseminates and recommends instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing instructional goals.
Assists Special Education teachers in developing individualized instructional plans and in the use of criterion referenced testing.
Maintains and updates special education programs (Lexia, Estar) to ensure that curriculum is responsive to student needs.
Monitors and supports the identification, analysis and application of research findings.
Engages in and facilitates research and evaluation to determine the effectiveness of current-practice special education programs and to identify potential programs to meet documented needs at Northwood.
Participates in IEP meetings as LEA (on and off site). Reviews and/or edits IEPs for finalization.
Supervisor of Special Education teachers, EL teacher, and School Psychologist. Oversees IEP related services staff and consultants (therapists/behaviorists).
Supports Special Education teachers and Principals on Special Education specific issues.
Establishes appropriate and effective techniques for community and parent involvement.
Maintains confidentiality and an open line of communication with students, parents, school administration, and colleagues.
Arranges APS placements and facilitates least restrictive environment placement of handicapped students.
Oversees all federal, state and local mandated reporting.
Coordinates and oversees all aspects of standardized testing (PSSA, ACCESS, Keystone).
Attends annual state-sponsored special education leadership conference.
Participates in district and state level trainings and meetings related to Special Education compliance and best practices.
Monitors compliance and/or renewal preparation.
Collaborates with Principals, Assistant Principals, School (Guidance) Counselors and School Nurse to serve students in need, beyond the teachers classroom expertise.
Maintains contact and contracts with outside agencies.IEP students: physical, occupational, speech and behavioral/personnel therapists.
Social Services agency.
Monthly Board reporting.
Tracks Evaluation queue and Re-evaluations.
Oversees the Extended School Year summer program.
Monitors and prepares documentation requirements for the high school application process for students receiving special education services (LeGare file preparation, transition planning).
Prepares for Special Education Cyclical Monitoring (every 6 years).
Reports ECYEH (Education for Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness) and Compliance reporting .
Uploads required materials to Epicenter.
Education/Experience:
Bachelors degree, Masters degree preferred.
Supervisory Pennsylvania Certification and prior experience as a supervisor.
Experience in at least one area of special education.
Qualifications:
Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignment without direct supervision.
Ability to keep and maintain accurate records and to meet deadlines.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Working Conditions: Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature, and air quality. Interruptions of work are routine. May be stressful given individual circumstances.
Physical Requirements: Sitting, standing, lifting, and carrying (up to 25 pounds), reaching, squatting, climbing stairs, and kneeling may be required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
Philadelphia, PA 19124: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In personHealth insurance