Academic Administrator Special Programs

Stride, Inc.

92d

About The Position

The Academic Administrator-Special Programs develops and implements policies and procedures and oversees all matters related to special education for the school. The role also assists the Head of School with developing and implementing more general academic policies and procedures and with school operations. K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace. Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 partner school, Pine Springs Preparatory Virtual Academy (PSPVA). We want you to be a part of our talented team! The mission of Pine Springs Preparatory Virtual Academy (PSPVA) is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related field of study.
• Seven (7) years of special education teaching experience.
• Three (3) years of managerial experience.
• School Administrator Certification.
• Special Education Teacher Certification.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Supervisory certificate.
• English as Second Language (ESL) certification.
• Three (3) years of special education administration experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and disseminate 'best practices' for special education policies and procedures in collaboration with school leadership.
• Support the school’s administration and teachers in providing training on and implementation of special education program and services.
• Create and maintain appropriate contacts with district(s), intermediate units, and state special education leaders to ensure continued compliance of special education programs.
• Develop contracts with service providers to provide related services to students and support full implementation of the related services database.
• Oversee the development, compliance, maintenance, and implementation of all Review of Exiting Data (RED), Multidisciplinary Evaluation and Eligibility Group Summary (MEEGS), and Individualized Education Plans (IEP).
• Ensure fiscal compliance for special programs including IDEA Part B funds and compliance with all school, local, state, and federal reporting related to special education.
• Work with the Test Coordinator to ensure that all students receive appropriate accommodations during state testing.
• Work with K12 enrollment team to develop processes for ensuring timely identification and enrollment of students with special needs.
• Proactively communicate all changes in local, state and/or federal special education practices and laws to the Head of School.
• Ensure that special education students are integrated in all school activities and that general education and special education teachers and administrative staff work collaboratively.
• Participate in the school's self-evaluation programs.
• Collect data for internal studies of special education.
• Work directly with parents and students (both regular and special education) where necessary.

Benefits

• Compensation based on education, experience, and qualifications.
• Work from home position.
• Equal Opportunity Employer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees