Requisition Number 18-1663
Title (MVCA) Manager, Special Programs
City Grand Rapids State MI

Description
K¹² is a dynamic company on a mission to provide the most compelling, comprehensive, and effective K-12 education available. Our employees are a critical part of an organization that is providing powerful, new options for the way children can be educated. They have a passion for education and a drive to make a difference.

We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest level of integrity. We have the same high expectations for our employees as we do for the students who are in our programs. These are just a few of the values that make K¹² a great place to work.

SUMMARY: The Manager, Special Programs ensures the success of the Special Education Program through informed oversight, placement activities, effective program design and measurement, and an emphasis on creating student and family engagement while also acting as a resource to teachers and administrators.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The below State ments are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Supervises Special Education Program; Helps identify students who will participate in the program through coordination and evaluation of testing; Completes intake process for referrals and identified applicants; Monitors success of program through surveying parents and other techniques;
• Ensures compliance with all federal, State and local requirements regarding the education of students with disabilities;
• Completes and submits all reports required by local, State and federal authorities;
• Manages Special Education Support Staff;
• Contracts with qualified personnel to provide Related Services to students with disabilities;
• Provides training to regular and special education staff regarding the provision of special education services;
• Demonstrates knowledge of innovative and researched-based methodologies used to instruct students with disabilities in virtual environment;
• Supports and engages learners' families by responding to their concerns in a timely manner, through regular communication; Connects them to State wide/community resources; Maintains regular office hours and schedules appointments as needed to assist students and parents with additional concerns/questions;
• Participates as District Representative on Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Team Meetings;
• Attends conferences/workshops/trainings regarding students with disabilities;
• Works with Academic Administrators to implement Response to Intervention program;
• Acts as school-wide 504 Coordinator providing support and training to Academic Administrators and Administrative Designees on 504 procedures/processes.


Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following
competencies.

• Adaptability/Flexibility: Adapts to change, is open to new ideas, takes on new responsibilities, handles pressure, and adjusts plans to meet changing needs.
• Integrity/Ethics: Deals with others in a straightforward and honest manner, is accountable for actions, maintains confidentiality, supports company values, and conveys good news and bad.
• Teamwork: Meets all team deadlines and responsibilities, listens to others and values opinions, helps team leader to meet goals, welcomes newcomers and promotes a team atmosphere.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Directly supervises 12-15 Full-Time Equivalents (FTEs). Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable State and federal laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in Special Education or Education Administration AND
• Five (5) years of professional experience in Special Education OR
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Certificates and Licenses: Special Education Teaching License.

OTHER REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Familiar with federal and State special education laws and regulations
• Strong communication skills: written, oral, presentation
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time
• Ability to pass required background check

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Special Education Director License
• Familiar with research based special education curricula and methodologies
• Familiar with IEP and Special Education software applications
• Familiar with online learning programs
• Familiar with student management systems

K12 is a Federal Contractor, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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