Director of Special Education - Watervliet, United States - Berrien County Schools Consortium

Berrien County Schools Consortium

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Watervliet, United States

2 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Preferred Personal and Professional Competencies

Ability to plan and administer special educational programs that include training and supervision of staff.
Ability to prepare a departmental program and supporting budgets.
Ability to communicate with various stakeholders, from diverse backgrounds, professions, and experiences
Demonstrated collaborative leadership skills
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with parents and students.

Major Job Responsibilities

Ensure that the District is compliant in all areas of special education
Collaborate with general education to develop and implement MTSS strategies
Supervise special education staff and the ancillary staff assigned to support students and coordinate all related activities
Lead the student services team (counselors, social workers, and behavior interventionists) in the development of districtwide procedures for students in need of mental health services.
Provide guidance on successful instructional strategies for general education and special education teachers
Supports the department with the development of appropriate professional development for both teachers and administrators
Collaborative with the lead teachers regarding the implementation of special education services and programs at each school
Collaborates with the ISD to ensure that students have access to ACT 18 programs as needed
Recommends the continued improvement and development of special education programs/services and facilities
Collaborates with the leadership team and various departments regarding the implementation of special education programming; provides guidance/direction related to compliance
Supervises and evaluates the performance of the special education staff
Analyzes the needs of schools to determine the advisability of modification of instructional program or procedures, administrative organization, and personnel assignment as it relates to students with disabilities
Perform other duties as required