Description
REPORTS TO:
Director of Student Services
EMPLOYMENT STATUS:
Regular, full time
FLSA STATUS:
Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY:
Assure the appropriate education of students with disabilities by being a part of the team developing, administering and coordinating the
Special Education program.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Oversee the implementation of Special Education procedures, including referral, evaluation, identification, IEP development and service delivery.
- Participate in the implementation of the Special Education procedures to the fullest extent possible, particularly in IEP development and monitoring.
- Supervise and evaluate the Special Education staff, in cooperation with the other administrators.
- Implement state and federal rules, and supplement those rules, as needed, with local policies and procedures. Interpret laws and procedures for the staff.
- Provide or arrange for in-service training on Special Education issues.
- Assist with the portion of the information management system that pertains to Special Education, including the federal child count.
- Assist with Special Education grant documents and reports, in coordination with district plans and other grant projects, as appropriate.
- Assist with a budget for Special Education, including such activities as assisting with the selection of materials and equipment for the Special Education program.
- Assist the Coordinator of Business Services, Special Education fiscal issues; for example, tuition payment/collection and CAFS (Medicaid) billing.
- Set program goals in conjunction with district-wide goals.
- Make recommendations for program and staff changes, including related services and contracted services personnel, as well as the teaching staff, and assist with the selection of staff members.
- Keep informed about educationally relevant disabilities and teaching methods, and Special Education rules and regulations.
- Maintain communications and a working relationship with community human services agencies.
- Participate actively as a member of the administrative team as needed.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Attend assigned committee and staff meetings. Attend professional conferences and training as required to maintain current knowledge to effectively manage the department.
- Observe all safety, health and confidentiality regulations of the school district.
- Serve as a role model in the practice of ethical principles, responsible behavior and democratic values.
- Maintain an appropriate personal appearance.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or his designee.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- • Master's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Administrator's certificate/license or Supervisor's certificate preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Special Education as a teacher or related service provider.
• Alternative to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- • Basic knowledge of educationally relevant disabilities and their effect on child development and learning.
• Basic knowledge of school law and finance.
• Thorough knowledge of Special Education laws, policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Well-developed organizational and problem solving skills.
• Well-developed leadership and team building skills.
• Effective active listening skills.
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EQUIPMENT OPERATED:
- • Computer/printer.
• Various office machines; for example, fax machines and copiers.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- • Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue.
• Occasional operation of a vehicle in inclement weather; that is, being prepared to come to work on all scheduled days, including calamity days.
• Occasional interaction with unruly children and angry or distraught adults.
• Frequent travel between buildings and some travel to workshops and other school districts.
• Some early morning, late afternoon and/or evening work.
• Regular requirement to sit, stand, walk, talk, see, hear, read.
NOTE: The above lists may not be ranked in order of importance.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Length of Employment: Admininistrator Contract Term
- Salary: Based on current salary Administrator schedule with appropriate experience and training
- Fringe Benefits: Based on current Administrator benefits package
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Please submit a letter of interest and resume to the online application. Please do not send materials through U.S. mail or by e-mail, all documents should be uploaded to your application.
If your qualifications meet our needs we will contact you for further information and a possible interview.
The Marysville Exempted Village School District is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and is in compliance with SECTION 504 OF THE REHABILITATION ACT OF 1973.
Application Deadline: Until Filled