What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Exceptional Student Services position at Weld RE-4 School District?
- JobID: 3933
- Develops, directs and administers training in the due process procedures as related to the identification and placement of students with disabilities.
- Establishes and facilitates procedures to process and place eligible pupils in Special Education classes for admission or dismissal.
- Develops and initiates screening programs or continuous identification of children with disabilities.
- Develops budget recommendations, maintains information on state funding and provides expenditure control on established budgets for Special Education, Gifted/Talented and Second Language.
- Develops required and needed programs for all students with disabilities through systematic planning efforts.
- Set staffing levels for school special education programs to provide services with fiscal efficiency and program fidelity. Collaborate with Human Resources on staff allocations, assignments, personnel and staffing issues
- Recommends policies, programs and procedures essential to the needs of children with diverse needs.
- Advises staff and administrators of legal requirements governing Special Education, Gifted/Talented, and Second Language.
- Interprets the objectives of special education, gifted/talented, and second language services to the Board, the administration, the staff and the public-at-large.
- Prepares all local, state and federal reports, as may be required.
- Cooperates with public and private agencies, organizations and professional personnel in securing and providing services for students with disabilities and other conditions that may put students at the risk of failure.
- Participates with principals in the recruitment, selection, assignment and evaluation of all Special Education, Gifted/Talented, and Second Language personnel.
- Responsible for the oversight and evaluation of a comprehensive special education program and 504 student services for the school district in accordance with the School Board’s objectives and policies and state and federal statutes.
- In conjunction with legal counsel, provide direction on resolution of disputes, complaints, and due process.
- Responsible for the oversight and evaluation of all assigned programs in the district including Gifted and Talented, ELL, Federal Programs and Special Education.
- Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as the Superintendent may assign or delegate.
- Attend work and arrive in a timely manner
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Master’s Degree in special education with successful completion of an administrator license program required.
- Five years of experience in special education required.
- Five years educational administrative experience strongly preferred.
- Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.
- Criminal background check
- Valid Colorado Driver’s License
- Colorado Director of Special Education License
- Thorough knowledge of special education programs.
- Thorough knowledge of IDEA and ECEA.
- Facilitation and conflict resolution skills.
- A belief that all students are capable of learning.
- Human relation skills.
- Oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage and supervise a large staff comprised of administrators, classified, and licensed staff
- Ability to set high standards and achieve them.
- Ability to show respect and sensitivity to individual needs/concerns.
- Ability to protect and maintain student confidentially.
- Demonstrated concern for student health and safety.
- Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse student and employee population
- Demonstrated ability to work collegially with building principals and other district leaders
- Ability to effectively communicate with leadership, staff, parents, and students.
- Ability to frequently travel among district facility locations.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities
- Ability to participate and working a team environment.
- Ability to maintain honesty and integrity in all aspects of the job.
- Ability and willingness adhere to attendance requirements, including regular and punctual employee presence.
- Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent policies and building and department procedures.
- Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
- Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.
Position Type:
Administration/Director
Administration/Director
Date Posted:
8/30/2022
8/30/2022
Location:
District
District
Date Available:
October 3, 2022
October 3, 2022
DIRECTOR OF EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT SERVICES
SUMMARY: Coordinate special education program of the district, including Gifted/Talented, 504 student services, and Second Language Programs. Supervise Child Find Services and other related federal programs. Demonstrate the ability to work with various publics, including parents, students, staff and administration. Ensure the effective maintenance of fiscal and student records of the programs to which assigned as director. Demonstrate knowledge of special education, gifted/talented, second language programming and other programs assigned, including but not limited to legal requirements, policy requirements, procedural components, and daily operational aspects. Effectively evaluate personnel and programs as assigned. Develop scope and vision for programs assigned. Recruit and recommend personnel in conjunction with building principals for the programs assigned.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 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 RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:
TECHNICAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
SUPERVISION: Department of Special Services Employees
BENEFITS: Weld RE-4 School District offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as other programs for benefit-eligible employees. In addition, 401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plans are available to all employees regardless of hours worked and are available immediately (upon hire date). Paid leave is provided based on the employee's benefit eligibility status and work calendar. To learn more about our benefits, please see the benefit schedule on our website HERE.Reports To:
Superintendent of Schools
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Job Family:
Administrative/Professional/Technical
Pay Range:
APT 12
Prepared/Revised Date:
August 8, 2022
Job Code:
APT122
Work Calendar:
260
SUMMARY: Coordinate special education program of the district, including Gifted/Talented, 504 student services, and Second Language Programs. Supervise Child Find Services and other related federal programs. Demonstrate the ability to work with various publics, including parents, students, staff and administration. Ensure the effective maintenance of fiscal and student records of the programs to which assigned as director. Demonstrate knowledge of special education, gifted/talented, second language programming and other programs assigned, including but not limited to legal requirements, policy requirements, procedural components, and daily operational aspects. Effectively evaluate personnel and programs as assigned. Develop scope and vision for programs assigned. Recruit and recommend personnel in conjunction with building principals for the programs assigned.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 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 RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:
TECHNICAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
SUPERVISION: Department of Special Services Employees
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