Assistant Director of Programs

State of Indiana•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

The Assistant Director supports the Director of Programs by leading the implementation and integration of the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC), coordinating daily outreach services and parent engagement programming, and serving as a point of contact for school districts and families regarding outreach services, referrals, and service coordination. The position is with the Indiana School for the Blind & Visually Impaired, which educates children and young adults who are blind or have low vision and provides resources to educators, families, and caregivers throughout Indiana. The role ensures the nine areas of the ECC are effectively taught and integrated into students’ educational plans, supports educators in adapting instruction, and develops and maintains an ECC curriculum with an emphasis on assistive technology. The Assistant Director coordinates professional development, parent engagement activities, outreach requests and staff schedules, monitors program delivery and outcomes, and assists with outreach billing. The position may directly supervise one or more staff members. It is exempt from overtime compensation; employees may need to work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report at least 75 hours per pay period of work and/or paid leave to receive their base biweekly salary. The salary traditionally starts at $75,010 and may be commensurate with education or work experience.

Requirements

Master’s degree and at least 3 years of experience in blind and low vision education or special education; alternatively, a bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of experience in special education serving individuals who are blind or visually impaired.
Strong understanding of the Expanded Core Curriculum and its application for students who are blind or visually impaired.
Expertise and mastery of a wide variety of assistive technologies used by blind or visually impaired students and adults, including Braille displays, screen-reading and screen-magnification programs, visual and ocular aids, tablets, and smartphones.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to develop and deliver professional development and training.
Knowledge of special education laws and regulations.
Ability to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Ability to use data to inform decision-making.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Valid teaching license with an endorsement in Special Education or Blind and Low Vision.

Responsibilities

Ensure all nine areas of the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) are effectively taught and integrated into students’ educational plans.
Guide and support educators in adapting and differentiating ECC instruction to meet individual student needs.
Monitor and evaluate ECC and parent engagement programming and recommend improvements to the Director of Programs.
Develop and maintain an ECC curriculum covering all nine areas, with an emphasis on assistive technology.
Collaborate with teachers, specialists, and administrators to develop training and resources, and coordinate and lead professional development related to ECC and outreach services.
Advocate for ECC inclusion in educational policies and practices at local, state, and national levels.
Collect and analyze data on ECC implementation, outreach referrals and service delivery, parent engagement, district and family feedback, and student outcomes to inform program recommendations.
Prepare reports and presentations on ECC, outreach services, parent engagement, and program outcomes for the Director of Programs and other stakeholders.
Develop and maintain partnerships with school districts, families, and external organizations to support outreach services and enhance ECC opportunities.
Coordinate parent engagement opportunities, including workshops, informational sessions, and resources to help families support student learning, independence, and access to services.
Serve as a point of contact for school districts and families regarding available outreach services, referral procedures, and service coordination.
Coordinate outreach requests and referrals from school districts, families, and partner agencies, including communication, scheduling, and follow-up.
Coordinate assigned outreach staff schedules and service activities to support timely consultation, evaluations, training, and other student support services.
Monitor outreach service delivery, documentation, and follow-up; identify service gaps and recommend improvements to the Director of Programs.
Assist with billing for outreach services by compiling service documentation, verifying service details, and coordinating billing information with the Director of Programs and appropriate administrative staff.
Perform other duties, responsibilities, and activities as assigned.
May provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.

Benefits

Three medical plan options, including prescription coverage, as well as vision and dental plans.
Wellness Rewards Program with gift card rewards for completing wellness activities.
Health savings account with a biweekly state contribution.
Deferred compensation 457(b) account with employer match.
Two fully funded pension plan options.
Leave policies, including 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers.
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave.
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
12 paid holidays, or 14 in election years.
Education Reimbursement Program.
Group life insurance.
Referral Bonus program.
Employee assistance program with covered behavioral health visits.
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Free parking for most positions.
Free LinkedIn Learning access.