***This position is an anticipated vacancy. It is expected to be vacant by 09/01/2018. However, the current incumbent has a right to rescind their retirement, leave, or resignation up until the day of the expected vacancy date. Your hire will not be confirmed until the position is vacated.

Boston Public Schools seeks an Assistant Director - Related Services

Reports to: Assistant Superintendent of Special Education

Position Overview:
The Assistant Director (AD) provides Leadership support to the Related Services constituents under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent (or Designee). The AD will serve as a member of both the OSE Executive Team and the OSE Staff Group. Additionally the AD will be responsible for developing; service assignments for schools and strategic plans geared towards the improvement of student outcomes and high quality instruction.

Responsibilities:
Leadership support:

• Speech/Language Pathologists
• Occupational Therapists
• Physical Therapists
• Adaptive Physical Education Teachers
• Teachers of the Deaf
• Audiologists
• Teachers of the Visually Impaired and Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialists

Partnerships with other OSE leaders:

• Manager for Compliance and Quality Assurance
• Senior Program Director for Mediation and 504
• Assistant Directors for Schools and Settings

Collaborations:

• Families as partners in planning and problem solving
• Office of Human Resources and Labor Relations Department
• Office of Finance - Budget, Payroll, Purchasing, Contracts Departments
• Office of the Legal Advisor
• Community-Based Organizations

Professional Development/Guidance Support:

• Principals and Headmasters
• Teachers, Support Service Providers, and Related Service Providers

The Assistant Director performs other related duties as requested by the Assistant Superintendent for Special Education

Qualifications-Required:

• Masters Degree in a related services field
• Certification in Special Education or related field
• Certification in Supervision or Administration
• Three (3) years experience providing services in urban special education or related field
• Experience providing leadership and supervision in urban special education or related field
• Demonstrated knowledge of special education regulations and best practices

Qualifications-Preferred:

• Experience in special education administration and supervision
• Proficiency in a language other than English

Terms: BASAS, Group 11B, 12 months, 220 days

Please refer to the Salary Compensation section on the Career Site for more information on compensation. Salaries are listed by Union and Grade/Step.
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