Interim Executive Director of Students with Exceptionalities
- Employer
- Poughkeepsie City School District
- Location
- Poughkeepsie, NY, US
- Salary
- Competitive
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Interim Executive Director of Students with Exceptionalities
APPLICATION
Candidates must apply on OLAS and complete an application available to print through the Human Resources Tab
www.poughkeepsieschools.org
QUALIFICATIONS:
DUTIES:
The Poughkeepsie City School District (PCSD) is committed to providing students and parents with pathways to opportunity that will lead to achievement and success. Through student-centered effective and transformational leadership, school and community engagement, and an unrelenting pursuit to achieve greater school outcomes for children, the Poughkeepsie City Schools is focused on developing and growing greater access, equity, opportunity, and quality across PCSD.
REPRESENTATIVE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Appointment will be made by the Board of Education upon the recommendation of the Superintendent following assessment of training, experience, certifications, credentials and evaluation of service. Personal interviews shall be scheduled where appropriate.
The Poughkeepsie City School District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
SALARY: Salary commensurate with education and experience
EFFECTIVE DATE: As soon as possible after offer of employment
APPLICATION
DEADLINE: Open until filled
SEND LETTER
OF INTEREST: Dr. Timothy Wade
Assistant Superintendent for Administrative Services
Department of Human Resources
18 South Perry
Poughkeepsie, New York 12601
CC: hroffice@poughkeepsieschools.org
*You may also apply via the online application @ https://olasjobs.org
The Poughkeepsie City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, disability, age, or marital status; nor does it apply any other arbitrary measure which would tend to deprive persons of their constitutional rights.
APPLICATION
Candidates must apply on OLAS and complete an application available to print through the Human Resources Tab
www.poughkeepsieschools.org
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Appropriate NYS School District Administrator certification
- 5-7 years administrative experience
- CSE, 504, and Special Education experience required
- Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills and have a robust understanding of effective, results-driven student support models
- Prior administrative experience in the field of student support services in a diverse, urban school district.
DUTIES:
The Poughkeepsie City School District (PCSD) is committed to providing students and parents with pathways to opportunity that will lead to achievement and success. Through student-centered effective and transformational leadership, school and community engagement, and an unrelenting pursuit to achieve greater school outcomes for children, the Poughkeepsie City Schools is focused on developing and growing greater access, equity, opportunity, and quality across PCSD.
REPRESENTATIVE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensures instructional and organizational coherence district-wide for special education programs and family/student support services required by schools and as defined by law.
- Provides oversight and supervision in program management; to make appropriate recommendations for areas of compliance, innovation, and identified need.
- Works with staff in program evaluation, design, interpretation of data, and strategic decision-making, drawing on SMART (specific, measurable, action-oriented, results-driven, and time-bound) goal strategies.
- Provides leadership, oversight and support for special education.
- Serves as a member of the superintendent's cabinet and management and support team.
- Develops and integrates long-range district-wide student support plans and monitoring systems.
- Identifies community partnerships and serves on committees related to family and student support services.
- Works with direct reports, cabinet members, and all school communities with strategic planning, monitoring systems, budget development, and implementation plans for major initiatives.
- Researches, writes, edits and reviews correspondences and prepares reports at the local, state, and federal levels, specific to special education/student support services, and areas of compliance.
- Responds to questions from all stakeholders regarding student placement issues and related policies.
- Collaborates and analyzes system-wide student data, and makes collaborative recommendations for adjustments in educational initiatives and budget support based on student results.
- Ensures that all grants, financial reports, and state reporting systems are completed with fidelity.
- Provides leadership in the development and review of policies, systems, and procedures to provide an effective and coordinated delivery of support services to all scholars.
- Engages school leaders, staff members, and student support team members to maximize student attendance, minimize student suspensions/disciplinary infractions and ensure effective and efficient delivery of academic and non-academic support services.
- Strategically and periodically evaluates district services and programs for students; identifies opportunities for greater effectiveness, efficiency and cost savings.
- Systematizes and streamlines student support procedures including through technology integration.
- Promotes transparency and codifies processes within the Office of Student Support Services
- Builds a strong customer service culture within the Office of Student Support Services.
- Creates and implements policies and systems that authentically engage parents and the community in the SMART goal planning process for their scholars.
- Ensures a results-driven, academic return on investment for programs and initiatives.
- Works collaboratively with transportation to ensure appropriate programming of students with disabilities.
- Ensures compliance with meeting students with disabilities and American with disabilities accommodations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Appointment will be made by the Board of Education upon the recommendation of the Superintendent following assessment of training, experience, certifications, credentials and evaluation of service. Personal interviews shall be scheduled where appropriate.
The Poughkeepsie City School District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
SALARY: Salary commensurate with education and experience
EFFECTIVE DATE: As soon as possible after offer of employment
APPLICATION
DEADLINE: Open until filled
SEND LETTER
OF INTEREST: Dr. Timothy Wade
Assistant Superintendent for Administrative Services
Department of Human Resources
18 South Perry
Poughkeepsie, New York 12601
CC: hroffice@poughkeepsieschools.org
*You may also apply via the online application @ https://olasjobs.org
The Poughkeepsie City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, disability, age, or marital status; nor does it apply any other arbitrary measure which would tend to deprive persons of their constitutional rights.
Company
The Poughkeepsie City School District educates approximately 4500 children (47% African American, 38% Hispanic and 9% caucasion) in grades Pre K-12. PCSD is transforming our Early Learning Center, 4 Elementary Schools, Middle,and High School with a $98 Million dollar capital project to support innovating our thinking and approaches to supporting student success. PCSD remains committed to delivering on the democratic principle that equal and high-quality education is every child’s civil right. Our children are our future, and our future will be informed by how well we cultivate them to lead it. A full generous benefit package is available for full time positions including health insurance, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and additional benefits depending on bargaining unit. Continuous professional development is provided. The Poughkeepsie City School District is located in Dutchess County, NY in the beautiful Hudson Valley. In addition to the historic attractions, natural beauty, and outdoor activities in the nearby Catskill and Adirondack mountains, Poughkeepsie is part of the Metro North commuter rail line to NYC. There are many great things that are underway to elevate student success to new levels.
- A new K-8 ELA and Math Curriculum; Greater student social-emotional supports and programming under the High Needs Student Support Plan; Increased college readiness and workforce development programming for elementary, middle, and high school students; Continued progress in the district’s strategy to integrate technology into the instructional program through the distribution of 1-1 devices; and More opportunities for PCSD children to cherish memories of their school experiences.
Company info
- Website
- http://poughkeepsieschools.org/
- Telephone
- 8454514900
- Location
-
18 South Perry Street
Poughkeepsie
NY
12601
US
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