Assistant Director of Special Education
About The Position
Supports the mission of Joplin Schools and the value of education. This role involves enforcing Board policies, administrative procedures, and state/federal laws. The position requires proper supervision of students, adherence to safety rules, and care for school property. Maintaining professional relationships with students, parents, staff, and the public is essential, as is effective communication. The role demands excellence in customer service, compliance with privacy rights, and the ability to react productively to change and constructive criticism. Active participation in professional development, timely conduct of official business, and accurate record-keeping are expected. Problem-solving using mathematical functions and interpreting documents are also key aspects of the job.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Administration required
- Valid MO Administrator Certification required
- Special Education Director Certification, required (or ability to obtain)
- 5 years of experience teaching Special Education required
- Proven leadership in district-level committee work
Nice To Haves
- Building level principalship experience, preferred
- Prior experience and knowledge with Early Childhood Special Education, preferred
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Director of Special Education and Director of Early Childhood to assure that curriculum and instructional practice provide both equity and excellence for all students, including those with disabilities.
- Assist in developing, monitoring, approving, and in the disbursement of the annual budget for Early Childhood Special Education.
- Annually evaluate the effectiveness of early childhood third-party contracts and assist the Director of Special Education in modifying contracts as needed, while bringing recommendations to the Board of Education for consideration.
- Collaborate with the Director of Early Childhood to coordinate and approve the purchasing of supplies, materials, and equipment for all Early Childhood Special Education areas.
- Assist the Director of Special Education with the supervision and coordination of effective and efficient departmental operations and directly supervise and evaluate the related services staff (SLPs, OT, COTAs, PTs, PTAs, TVI, and TDHH), and other non-certified staff as assigned.
- Oversee and evaluate the work of early childhood special education process coordinators.
- Assist in the coordination of all Early Childhood Special Education Programs, and collaborate in their development and continuous improvement planning processes to ensure vertical alignment of the PK-12 experience.
- Assist in the recruitment and hiring of staff for school-year and summer program positions. These positions include Special Education Teachers, licensed support staff, pupil support assistants, and related service providers.
- Monitor compliance with Special Education due process requirements, staff caseloads, and continuum of services within the District.
- Oversee and coordinate the effective and efficient operation of District Early Childhood CBSS programming.
- Oversee the early childhood special education Extended School Year (ESY) program.
- Assist in the arrangement of in-service and professional development opportunities for special education teachers, paraprofessionals, and related service providers.
- Respond to district level Special Education concerns from parents, patrons, and community members.
- Mediate situations as necessary.
- Carry out all other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
