Supervisor (0510), Non-Public Schools (NPS): Special Education Department

Job Class: 0510 Supervisor

Salary Range: $163,526 - $174,809

Calendar: Full-Time/Full-Year

Who We Are

With an annual budget of $1.17 billion, the San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) is California's seventh-largest school district, serving 50,000 students who speak more than 44 documented languages across 136 schools in the City of San Francisco every year. We aim for All SFUSD students to graduate as independent thinkers with a sense of agency who have attained academic and creative skills to lead productive lives and contribute to our community.

Overview of the Position

The Special Education Department is committed to providing innovative, effective services resulting in positive outcomes for the life-long success of students. In compliance with State and Federal regulations, specially designed instruction and related services are designed to meet the individual needs of students eligible for a “Free and Appropriate Education,” as outlined in each student’s Individual Education Program (IEP).

The Special Education Services goals are program excellence, fiscal responsibility, public relations, and equity centered professional learning and leadership.

Under the supervision of the Director of Special Education, the Special Education Supervisor of NonPublic Schools is responsible for partnering in the development, coordination, and facilitation of Special Education services for students who are eligible for special education services delivered in our contracted Non-Public Schools (NPS) and Residential Treatment Centers (RTC). This position supports the development of educational services, coordinates with other SFUSD teams and external NPS staff and other agencies to enhance available educational services, and to provide support in meeting district, state, and federal accountability requirements through innovative approaches and models.

Responsibilities

The duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to the job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive or exhaustive list.

As the Supervisor, you will:

• Support the design, implementation and monitoring of the Related Services, Early Education, Private/Parochial special education systems and structures, pertaining to student assessments, plan development, service delivery and required consultation and collaboration with SFUSD, Private/Parochial, NPS and RTC school staff and students families.
• Provide leadership and team support in the identification, evaluation, design, dissemination, implementation, and progress monitoring of special education services to students who meet eligibility criteria within SFUSD schools, NPS and the Private and Parochial school setting, grades PK-12
• Ensure alignment of all district practices to special education laws and regulations
• Ensure accurate data collection and documentation of individualized service and educational plans (ISP/IEPs) within our Special Education Information System (SEIS)
• Collaborate with and provides communication strategies and recommendations to Principals and case managers, families and community agencies concerning their special education programs, services and educational opportunities for children with disabilities who are enrolled in SFUSD, NPS or parentally placed in Private/Parochial schools;
• Provide collaborative consultation support to site administrators, instructional staff, and related service providers on federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing special education programs; Monitor the ADR and/or compliance cases re: the effectiveness of the instructional program and make recommendations ongoing to the appropriate SPED administrator for follow-through
• Be responsive to requirements of the California Department of Education;
• Oversee appropriate Professional Development opportunities for staff within SFUSD and for Non Public Schools serving students with IEPs
• Serve as a liaison between the district, state, county, community members, Private/Parochial school staff, non-public schools and agencies in matters relating to program responsibilities.
• Required travel in-state and out-of-state to monitor students in school placements that are not local at least 1 time per school year per student.
• Supervise and evaluate certificated and classified staff as assigned.
• Other duties assigned by the Head of Special Education.

Qualifications of the Ideal Candidate

• Possession of a valid Special Education credential
• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License
• Five (5) years of experience teaching special education in schools serving underserved students
• Experience coaching and designing/facilitating professional development opportunities
• Experience with educational issues as they relate to service provision for related services, instructions within Public, NPS and Private/Parochial schools
• Demonstrated ability to work in collaborative teams that include parents/families and professionals;
• Technologically literate; knowledge of SEIS, CALPADs, Synergy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience using multimedia technologies for classroom and professional development applications
• Knowledge of San Francisco’s public schools/urban public schools and a passionate belief in SFUSD’s commitment to instructional leadership as a lever toward delivering on the SFUSD Graduate Profile
• Strong analytics and systems thinking necessary to interpret data to inform goals and strategy, as well as build infrastructure where none exists
• Ability to work effectively across multiple functions and roles within a complex organization
• A proven record of effectively planning, organizing and using resources to take action and achieve goals
• The ability to learn quickly and adapt as needed in a fast-paced environment
• Outstanding organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
• A flexible, “can do” work ethic with a focus on identifying challenges and proactively working to find solutions while maintaining a bigger picture lens and focus on what can be delivered instead of what cannot be done
• Excellent data analysis skills and experience synthesizing data to drive action steps
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with senior level district staff and colleagues
• Effective written and verbal communication and the ability to clearly communicate complex, bureaucratic processes to a variety of audiences
• Ability to work effectively in difficult situations that involve confidential and sensitive matters
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and GSuite (Google Docs, Slides, Sheets, Forms)

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Administrative Services Credential
• One (1) year of school site or central office administrator experience, school site experience preferred

Who We Want

When you join our team at SFUSD, you can expect to be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and equity-oriented organization that is intensely focused on achieving our student outcome goals.

We want talented people from diverse backgrounds and experiences, who are committed to and will champion our Core Values, are inspired by our mission, steeped in equity, and motivated to unleash our students’ potential. We want strong collaborators, skilled communicators, and problem solvers comfortable in a continuous learning community.

What We Offer

SFUSD offers a competitive salary of $163,526 - $174,809 annually, commensurate with experience in a similar position. We offer a comprehensive benefits plan including dental and vision plans, a defined benefit pension plan, disability, life insurance, flexible spending account options, and vacation time. We also offer an inclusive and equity-centered environment where we encourage staff to bring their whole selves to work.

How to Apply

• Visit careers.sfusd.edu and create a new account to begin your application
• Visit careers.sf.gov and begin the application process
• You will be prompted to electronically attach a letter of interest, resume, list of professional references and any applicable credentials or licenses
• Our Human Resources team will then review your entire application to determine your eligibility status and contact you directly should you move forward in the process

What to Expect in the Application Process

SFUSD is committed to providing a transparent, fair, rigorous, and expedient selection process. At minimum, the selection process may include the following steps:

• Application screening
• Phone screen
• Panel interview 1 (in-person or virtual)
• Panel interview 2 (in-person or virtual)
• Reference Check/Employment Verification
• Offer extended
• Onboarding

Verification

Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at http://sfdhr.org/how-verify-education-requirements.

Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification from this and future job opportunities with the San Francisco Unified School District.

Non-Discrimination Policy

San Francisco Unified School District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or gender expression; or on the basis of a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. This policy extends to the San Francisco County Office of Education, including community school programs and activities.

For more information about the District's non-discrimination policy, please review Board Policy 4030.