Associate Director

Full time/215 days a year with benefits

Base Starting Salary $92,189. Salary is based upon degree and years of experience. Final placement on salary schedule is at the discretion of the Superintendent..

• All employees must complete a nationwide criminal history, upon hire

Qualifications:

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Associate Director (Special Education) supports the Executive Director (Special Education) in the

responsibility for the special education and related services across the districts served by the

Cooperative. Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Associate Director implements

systems of leadership, support, and guidance for school and district personnel so that educational

programs for students with disabilities are implemented in compliance with IDEA and related federal

and state laws, rules and regulations. The Associate Director will provide assistance in the coordination

of and preparation for due process hearings and/or mediations, resolution meetings, and services with

alternative education programs. The Associate Director will possess the desire to increase leadership

responsibilities in order to be considered to lead the Cooperative in the future.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION:

• Master’s Degree in Special Education, Educational Administration or related field required.

Director of Exceptional Learners licensure preferred.

• Must possess or be eligible to obtain Educational Leadership, Administration/Supervision or the

appropriate certification that allows for supervisory roles over Special Education programs.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years of successful experience teaching or providing services to students with disabilities required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in supervision and/or consultation in policies, procedures and

issues related to programming and services for students with disabilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of IDEA, Article 7 (Indiana Special Education Rules) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation

Act.

Work on behalf of Harrison County Exceptional Learners Cooperative to respond to parent

complaints, seek legal advice and facilitate mediation and/or due process procedures.

Coordinate efforts of the special education staff in the areas of compliance, regulation requirements

and mandated timelines.

Analyze student and staff data, develop proposals, and recommendations to improve student

achievement and outcomes.

Ability to work with special education personnel to analyze data and evaluate program services for

students with disabilities

Assist building administration with resolving issues and needs pertaining to students, parents, IEPs,

etc.

Attend IEP meetings when necessary or as is appropriate.

Assist in day to day management of issues and provide direction for appropriate resolution.

Ability to develop and implement trainings for District Staff

Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff and the public from diverse cultural, social,

economic, and educational backgrounds.

Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to a diverse workplace through ideas

and experience.

Excellent problem solving, planning, and organizational skills.

Computer proficiency in Google Workspace as well as software applications relevant to area of

responsibility.

Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage work assignments in an efficient manner and within

established timeframes.

Ability to be flexible and adapt as needed between in-person work environments.

Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Exceptional Learners.