Special Education Academic Dean

BASIC FUNCTION:

To provide leadership and coordination, in assigned curricular areas, so that each student may derive maximum benefit from the continuing pursuit of the subject involved. Also, to provide administrative service and technical assistance to staff as well as other stakeholders.  Assists schools in strengthening instructional programs through a strategically planned, standards-based approach with a focus on narrowing achievement gaps. Assists schools in maintaining pupil welfare and desirable school community relations, and develops and executes building rules, regulations, and procedures consistent with general policies of system. This position will provide leadership in the areas of curriculum, instruction, assessment, behavior interventions, and planning.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: 

• Assists the Principal/District in the development and implementation of department or school curriculum objectives. 
• Assists the Principal/District in conducting meaningful department or school meetings as necessary. 
• Assists the Principal/District in establishing an ongoing program of curriculum development and evaluation. 
• Aids teachers (as needed) in developing effective lesson plans.
• Aids teachers (as needed) in effective teaching. 
• Assists administrative and supervisory personnel in providing orientation and in-service training programs for department or school personnel. 
• Maintains an up-to-date inventory of department or school materials. 
• Oversees the department's supply, textbook, supplementary materials and equipment needs. 
• Assists principals by cooperatively following curriculum requirements and providing necessary materials. 
• Assists in interpreting the district's instructional program to parents and the community. • Attends school, district, and other professional conferences. 
• Assists in identifying and utilizing community resources for the department or school program.
• Assumes responsibility for own professional growth and development; for keeping current with the literature, new research findings, and improved techniques, and for attending appropriate professional meetings and conventions. 
• Performs other duties consistent with the position assigned as may be requested by the principal. 

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Curriculum, instruction, and assessment. 
• Record-keeping techniques. 
• Oral and written communication skills. 
• Research methods and report writing techniques. 
• Laws, rules, and regulations related to assigned activities. 
• Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities. 
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy. 
• Technical aspects of the field of specialty. 

ABILITY TO: 

• To perform the responsibilities as previously outlined. 
• Understand and follow oral and written directions. 
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. 
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. 
• Maintain records and prepare reports. 
• Utilize technology.
• Prioritize and schedule work. 
• Learn, apply, and explain policies, procedures, rules and regulations. 
• Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements, and restrictions.
• Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines. 
• Work independently with little direction. 
• Meet schedules and timelines.

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

• Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing. 
• Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations. 
• Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching. 
• Requires the ability to lift, carry, push, or pull light weights. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Has demonstrated master teaching abilities. 
• Has at least three years teaching experience. 
• Has demonstrated evidence of leadership skills and qualities.
• Has demonstrated ability in lesson planning. 
• Has demonstrated ability to work effectively with peers on curriculum or instructional projects. 
• Has demonstrated the ability to continue improving own professional knowledge and skills. 

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 

• Valid Kentucky teaching certificate in Learning Behavior Disorders (LBD) and/or Master’s degree in Educational Leadership or a related administrative field/Kentucky School Administrator/Principal Certification or equivalent administrative certification, including supervision/Director of Special Education (DoSE) certification or eligibility, or an equivalent administrative credential in special education leadership

Salary : $44,579 - $78,244