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Supervisor of Student Services

Employer
Woodbridge School District
Location
Bridgeville, DE 19933, US
Salary
Competitive

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Close Date:
05/06/2018

SUMMARY :

Directs the Special Education program of the District. Ensures program integration with the other instructional departments, the school district, and the State. Ensures compliance with Special Education Regulations (State and Federal). Manages Special Education personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
  • Plans and supervises Special Education personnel.
  • Consults with staff, parents and outside agencies regarding Special Education students and programs offered.
  • Responds to parents regarding the evaluation and placement of their children.
  • Discusses Special Education programs, personnel, and students with building administrators.
  • Obtains funding from the state and federal programs.
  • Submits program documentation for approval, applies for grants, submits budgets and financial reports, and prepares and submits program reports to agencies.
  • Develops and administers the Special Education budget.
  • Ensures compliance with local, state and federal guidelines.
  • Monitors staff caseloads and student progress.
  • Evaluates assigned special education personnel.
  • Assists in the recruitment and selection of special education personnel.
  • Develops and maintains complete and cumulative individual records of all children receiving special services or enrolled in special classes.
  • Assists in the adaptation of school policies to include special education needs.
  • Keeps informed of all legal requirements governing special education.
  • Plans staff in-service training activities.
  • Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Supervises employees in the Special Education Department. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of these units. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE :

Master's degree or equivalent, three years of successful professional practice or administrative experience in special education or combination thereof. Three years of administrative experience preferred.

CERTIFICATES , LICENSES , REGISTRATION :

Administrative certificate, Teacher of Exceptional Children certificate.

LANGUAGE SKILLS :

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from diverse groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

REASONING ABILITY :

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific field. Demonstrated leadership ability and general knowledge of issues and problems in all disability areas of special education. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both in oral and written form, to diverse groups. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk and communicate with various clients and stakeholders. The employee frequently is required to stand and sit. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to focus. The position requires meeting deadlines with severe time constraints, interacting with the public and staff, irregular or extended work hours. The employee is responsible for the safety, well being and work output of others.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. When visiting a building, the noise level may be loud.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed fort his position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all applicants, re-advertise and/or withdraw the position. The Woodbridge School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment or educational programs, services, or activities, based on race, color, national origin, sex, or handicap, in accordance with State and Federal Laws, including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Start Date: Tentative 7/1/18

Reports To: Superintendent

Additional Job Information:
Start date - July 1 or other mutually agreed upon date.

A person may not be employed by a public school employer in any position requiring licensure and certification if the person does not meet licensure and certification requirements established under Chapter 12 of [Title 14 of the Delaware Code]..., except pursuant to a license extension and/or emergency certificate issued pursuant to Chapter 12. See 14 Del. C.§ 1313.

Direct deposit of paychecks is a condition of employment for all new employees hired after December 31, 1995

Use of any published data or content on this web site is prohibited without the written consent of the Delaware Department of Education.

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