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Program Improvement & Accountability Director

Kalamazoo County Area Schools Employment...

Portage, MI | Full Time

$83k-117k (estimate)

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Program Improvement & Accountability Director

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Kalamazoo County Area Schools Employment... is Hiring a Program Improvement & Accountability Director Near Portage, MI

JobID: 7616

Position Type:
Administration/Director

Date Posted:
3/22/2022

Location:
KRESA/Service Center

Closing Date:
04/15/2022
District:
Kalamazoo RESA - website

Division: Special Education

Location: Kalamazoo RESA Service Center

Position Type:

Full Time - 12 Month
Mon – Fri 7:30am – 4:30pm
(Grade 20)
Primary duties and Responsibilities:
The intent of this position is to make incremental progress towards the system change necessary to provide a continuum of programs and services in Kalamazoo County that meets the needs of all students, assures a Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE), and produces positive outcomes for students.
The Program Improvement and Accountability Director will collaborate with local districts, public school academies (PSAs), center-based programs, families, and community agencies of Kalamazoo County to support:

State complaint facilitation, dispute resolution, and problem solving
Proactive monitoring and compliance processes
Professional development/coaching and technical assistance
Program design/service delivery planning and program improvement/evaluation
Data collection, data analysis, and the use of data to continuously improve/make decisions

Additionally, the Program Improvement and Accountability Director will provide an important communication link between the Michigan Department of Education (MDE), other information sources, Kalamazoo RESA, and local districts/PSAs.

Minimum skills and education required:
Master’s degree (M.A.) or equivalent; full approval as a supervisor & director of special education and four to ten (4-10) years related experience and/or training. Preferred experience in administration.
Preferred skills: (Preference given to a candidate with these skills, education, etc.)

Embraces and supports KRESA philosophies related to diversity, inclusiveness and anti-racism
Ability to interact effectively with individuals from a wide range of cultures
Ability to discuss cultural differences with colleagues and clients

Ability to assess one's own strengths and limitations or challenges and integrate this understanding into interpersonal interactions.

Work to create a culture of excellence in a compassionate, trustworthy, and respectful manner
Work to understand the impact poverty has on students, families, and learning and also understand the uniqueness and differences between the local districts/PSAs/center-based programs of Kalamazoo County
Effectively present information and engage audiences
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including being an active listener
Relentless drive to solve problems in an innovative, collaborative, and trustworthy manner
Ability to be curious and approach people, situations, and challenges with an open mind
Excellent organization and project management skills
Delegate work assignments appropriately
Ability and desire to seek, receive, and provide feedback positively in order to build stronger professional relationships and higher levels of performance
Ability and desire to read and clearly interpret and summarize reports, legislation, regulations, contracts, and other key written material
Ability to efficiently use computer and applicable software
Ability to solve problems in alignment with Agency values
Ability to analyze and interpret data to ensure KRESA effectively engages in continuous improvement processes and program evaluation
Ability to analyze, interpret, and use data to inform and improve programs/services and instruction
Develop and support innovative strategies to achieve goals
Maintains confidentiality in order to develop high levels of trust
Displays willingness to support and make decisions with sound judgment in a timely manner
Relentless work ethic to perform responsibilities with excellence
Ability to assess one’s own strengths and limitations or challenges and integrate this understanding into interpersonal interactions

Apply online at www.kresa.org/jobs
Kalamazoo RESA is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program.
Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals.

Notice of Non-discrimination: It is the policy of Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency that no discriminating practices based on race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation or sexual identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information (collectively, “Protected Classes”) or any other legally protected category be allowed during any program, activity, service or in employment. The following positions at Kalamazoo RESA have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policy: Assistant Superintendents- Tom Zahrt & Mindy Miller. Contact information: 269-250-9200, 1819 E. Milham Ave, Portage, MI 49002.