POSTING FOR DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL EDUCATION POSITION

POSTING

POSITION AVAILABLE

2025-2026

DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL EDUCATION

(Probationary Position)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide day-to-day management of Special Education services and programs in accordance with NYS relations and district procedures.

• Assist in developing and implementing consistent district procedures in accordance with applicable school policies and

procedures.

• Coordinate services on behalf of district students placed in out-of-district programs to assure compliance for SWDs.

• Demonstrate a strong working knowledge of laws and regulations related to the fiscal and programmatic implementation of Special Education programs.

• Exercise sound judgement and appropriate discretion in the administration of professional duties.

• Maintain a CSE caseload and represent the district as necessary in Impartial Hearings and Due Process matters.

• Oversee and manage regular disciplinary change in placement processes to assure due process for students with disabilities and those suspected of disabilities.

• Prepare data reports, data verifications, and presentations for various district officials and the community, as requested by the Assistant Superintendent of Special Education and Pupil Personnel Services.

• Chair/facilitate district-level committees as requested or assigned by the Assistant Superintendent of Special Education and Pupil Personnel Services.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the management team, faculty, and staff, students, and family

community partners, and the Board of Trustees.

• Perform teacher, related services, clerical, and support staff evaluations as assigned.

• Participate in and support budget development and management, including those pertaining to creation and administration of the 611 and 619 grants, in collaboration with the Assistant Superintendent or District Superintendent.

• Organize the Special Education Extended School Year Program

• Coordinate special transportation

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, AND COMPETENCIES:

• NYS Certification as a School District Administrator (SDA), School District Leader (SDL), or School Administration and

Supervision (SAS).

• NYS Certification in Special Education or related service is required

• Minimum of five years of successful leadership experience in the area of Special Education at District level is strongly

preferred.

• Successful record of service as a Special Education Teacher, School Psychologist, or Related Services Provider required.

• Master's Degree in Education

• Strong knowledge of all elements in NYS Special Education, including the Part 200 and Part 201 Regulations.

Supervisor: Dr. Christine Jordan, Assistant Superintendent for Administrative & Instructional Accountability

Duration: 2025-2026 School Year

Salary: Per WAA Contract