What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Special Education Director, Cooperative Middle School position at School Administrative Unit 16?
- JobID: 992
Position Type:
Administration
Administration
Date Posted:
2/14/2022
2/14/2022
Location:
Cooperative Middle School
Cooperative Middle School
Closing Date:
03/01/2022
03/01/2022
Position
Under the general supervision of the Principal and guidance of the school’s Special Education Director to assist in the implementation and administration of the school's programs and services in areas of special education, in conformance with district policies and state objectives, as well as applicable law. Position is full time, 215 days per school year.
To serve in the capacity of the Special Education Director in their absence.
Essential Functions:
Assists in developing and administering the school's special education programs consistent with school district goals and objectives, as well as applicable law.
Assists in the assignment and provision of special services and programs as requested.
Assists in the supervision of the referral process, chairing referral meetings or collaborating with administrators and teaching staff as needed.
Assists in the assignment of students into appropriate special education programming.
Assists in evaluation and supervision of certified special education staff.
Collaborates with all school administrators on programming, discipline, scheduling, and building needs.
Schedules, coaches, plans professional development, and evaluates paraprofessionals.
Coordinates and attends meetings with district staff and parents, serves on committees, and conducts professional development as needed to fulfill responsibilities.
Acts as LEA in special education team meetings, and the development of IEP's and placement for students with disabilities.
Maintains knowledge of current State and Federal Special Education laws and regulations.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Work in standard office and school building environments.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledgeable of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles and behavioral management methods.
Knowledge of best practices in administration, program evaluation and staff supervision.
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding special education, students, and staff, including Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, IDEA, and FERPA.
Effective verbal and written skills.
Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to develop and implement projects.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to leadership, performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.
Qualification Profile:
NH State Certification as Special Education Administrator
Teaching certification in special education
Motor vehicle Operator's license or ability to provide own transportation
Bachelor's and Master Degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in School Administration or other related educational discipline.
Experience:
Successful special education teaching experience, preferably in more than one grade level.
Successful administrative experience in special education preferred.Application Procedure.
Application Deadline March 1, 2022
Application Deadline March 1, 2022
Please apply online
Applications will be considered only when a cover letter, resume, three letters of recommendation, license and transcripts have been attached to your online application.
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