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Special Education Program Director, Charlestown HS

Employer
Boston Public Schools
Location
Boston, MA, US
Salary
Competitive

Job Details

Title: Special Education Program Director

General Description and Goals:

The Sped Program Director is responsible for providing school-wide leadership and support in the following areas: implementation of city-wide learning standards, development and implementation of city-wide assessments, program development, professional development, and grant development and management. The Program Director is supported by central SPED. The Program Director supports an array of citywide professional development activities.

Terms: BASAS, Group 9A

Reports to: Headmaster

Responsibilities:

  1. Assists the in implementation of all special education programs, including but not limited to the coordination of the development of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students referred for Chapter 28 services, testing, running meetings, and the creation and implementation of 504s and 688s and, in carrying out all Chapter 28 regulations and court orders.
  2. Develops and implements integrative/inclusive programs within the school working with school leadership to evaluate and monitor their effectiveness in terms of quality service to students.
  3. Work with staff members, both in the classroom and in professional development opportunities, to support differentiated instruction.
  4. Assists in planning the implementation of literacy programs and behavior intervention models to support alignment of citywide learning standards with effective teaching practices.
  5. Model, co-teach, and observe in classes.
  6. Provide feedback and suggestions to support teachers in their efforts to support a range of learners.
  7. Support the creation and implementation of portfolios.
  8. Assume a lead role in the professional development activities of special education and regular education teachers to improve instruction for all special education students.
  9. Oversees the development and coordination of curriculum goals and objectives and distribution of instructional materials for the school's special education programs.
  10. Work with families to increase their engagement in their child's school experience.
  11. Maintains responsive lines of communication among students, parents, and staff involved with special education programs.
  12. Support improved attendance and timeliness, homework completion, classroom on-task behavior, etc.
  13. Work collaboratively with school administrators, faculty and staff to ensure consistent implementation of the school-based rules and the Code of Conduct
  14. Perform other responsibilities as designated by the Headmaster.

Qualifications:
Required:
  1. Master's Degree in education with a concentration in Special Education Administration and/or a related field
  2. Massachusetts Supervisor/Director license or Administrator of Special Education Provisional with Advanced Standing or Standard
  3. Three (3) years teaching experience
  4. Massachusetts teacher license in special education
  5. Experience and training in the supervision and evaluation of teachers/as a professional developer
  6. Demonstrated leadership qualities, interpersonal skills, and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with students, teachers, administrators, and parents
  7. Ability to establish a diverse multi-cultural atmosphere that enhances individual growth and promotes a positive self-image
  8. Experience with and/or knowledge of educational reform
  9. Experience with and knowledge of advising programs
  10. Knowledge of MA Curriculum Frameworks, Vocational Frameworks and Assessment
Preferred:
A. Experience in working with students during transitions (orientations, moving to college)
B. Experience developing or working within both an inclusion model and a learning center model
C. Interest in working in fast-paced environment and ability to manage multiple responsibilities with humor and enthusiasm

Terms:BASAS 9A, 209 days

Company

As the birthplace of public education in this nation, the Boston Public Schools is committed to transforming the lives of all children through exemplary teaching in a world-class system of innovative, welcoming schools. We partner with the community, families, and students to develop in every learner the knowledge, skill, and character to excel in college, career, and life.

Company info
Telephone
(617) 635-1550
Location
2300 Washington Street
Roxbury
MA
02119
United States

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