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Director of Special Education

 

School: XYZ Charter                                   

Supervisor: Assigned Administrator

Salary: $$$$$

 

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Primary Role and Purpose:

 

     Oversee the charter’s special education program to provide establishment of needed services for

     special needs students.  Complete individualized education plans to meet the needs of all students

     and comply with all state, federal and local requirements.

 

Qualifications:

 

     Education:

     Valid Texas special education certificate

            List any other XYZ Charter School requirements

 

     Skills:

  • Understanding of federal and state special education law.
  • Comprehending the individual needs of special education students.
  • Capable of communicating with all levels of special needs students and their parents.
  • Capable of interpreting policy, procedures and data.
  • Capable of managing budget and personnel.
  • Capable of coordinating charter functions.
  • Exceptional organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.

 

     Experience:

            List XYZ Charter School requirements

 

Responsibilities and Duties:

 

Instructional and Program Management

  • Oversee and maintain special education programs and services to meet students’ needs.
  • Ensure that student progress is reviewed on an ongoing basis and that the results are used to make adjustments to IEPs.
  • Combine the use of technology in the instructional atmosphere.
  • Collaborate and support pilot program with staff that leads to effective, innovative instruction when appropriate.
  • Establish program to support staff in achieving educational goals.
  • Ensure special education referral process requirements are met.   Arrange for, or conduct evaluations, advise on placement and program management for each student.
  • Oversee and examine the Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) process for the charter.

 

 

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  • Confirm student placement and development of Individual Education Plan is appropriate through committee meetings according to charter policy.
  • Oversee the change in services for special education students who are entering and leaving the charter system.
  • Administer guidance in composing and implementing outside service contracts for special education students.
  • Evaluate special education program efficiency through assessment findings, including student achievement data.
  • Assist in the creation and outfitting of facilities for students with disabilities.
  • Continually supervise curriculum program to ensure it is pertinent to student’s needs.

 

Student Management

·         Support charter’s special education program in relation to student management policies and expected student behavior.

·         Collaborate with parents, students and teachers through conferencing on vital issues.

 

Documentation and Law

  • Advise on policy improvement through beneficial programs.
  • Confirm that policies established by federal and state law, Commissioner’s Rules, and local charter policy in area of special education are being met.
  • Gather, manage and file all hardcopy and computerized reports, records, and other documents required by charter, state and federal regulations.

 

Budget and Inventory

  • Direct the special education department budget and confirm that programs are cost effective and funds are managed sensibly.
  • Provide budgets and cost guidelines based on documented needs of program.
  • Oversee that adequate supplies and equipment are available and advise for the disposal of unnecessary equipment.
  • Authorize and advise accounting department of purchase orders for the special education department.

 

Personnel Management

  • Compile, assess and revise job descriptions in special education department.
  • Guarantee outstanding operations in the special education arena through ongoing training and improvement guidelines.
  • Assess job performance of staff to guarantee effectiveness.
  • Aid in the employment and training of personnel and make effective recommendations in regards to personnel assignment, retention, discipline and dismissal.

 

Communication and Community Affairs

  • Ensure two-way communications between parents, students and community agencies to notify families of services available.
  • Participate in professional organizations and serve on community boards.
  • Convey to the community the charter’s purpose and goals in special education and encourage support in understanding the charter’s purpose.

 

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  • Show understanding through initiation of activities to meet the charter community needs.
  • Solicit charter community parent involvement with suitable and positive methods.                                                                                                                                                             

Supervisory Responsibilities:

     Oversee and assess the performance of special education teachers, aides and support staff.

 

Job Related Conditions:

  • Maintain control in stressful situations.
  • Travel may be required.
  • Extended hours may be required.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

All primary roles and major responsibilities are listed.  Additional duties and skills may be required for each job.

 

 

Approved by:_______________________________Date:____________________

 

Reviewed by:_______________________________Date:____________________

 

 

 

 

 

 

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