Director of Special Education (VINE)

Valley Christian Schools•Chandler, AZ

10d•$65,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Valley Christian Schools is seeking an experienced and collaborative Director of Special Education to lead the K–12 V.I.N.E. Special Education Department. The Director will shape program vision, ensure instructional excellence, and support diverse learners while equipping them to be culture changers for Christ. The Director of Special Education partners with campus principals and the Curriculum Director to guide program philosophy, curriculum, policies, and compliance while coordinating evaluations with Tempe Union High School District (TUHSD). This position includes overseeing student enrollment and placement, managing Individual Learning Plans and Accommodation Plans, supervising and evaluating V.I.N.E. staff, supporting and training faculty, managing the department budget, maintaining documentation and student records, serving on leadership teams, and ensuring consistent, high-quality implementation of services across all campuses.

Requirements

Demonstrates a personal relationship with Jesus Christ that is a consistent testimony to others
Agree to uphold Valley Christian’s Mission & Beliefs which can be found at http://valleychristianaz.org/about/philosophy/
Faithfully attend and financially support a local church whose beliefs are in agreement with our school’s Mission & Beliefs.
Must have and maintain a valid level one IVP fingerprint card
Must have excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Must have the ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software to prepare reports and correspondents
Must have the ability to multi-task with organization
Must have the ability to work after hours for events and during summer months (June & July)
Must demonstrate being a team player with a desire for the V.I.N.E. Special Education program to have a seamless integration with the rest of the school’s programs
Must have the ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment and to react with discretion under varying conditions
Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective and appropriate relationships with related service providers
Strong supervisory skills and leadership skills
Bachelor’s Degree and prior experience in Special Education required

Nice To Haves

Prior experience as School Director
Master’s Degree

Responsibilities

In collaboration with the campus principals, shapes the overall philosophy, goals, and objectives of the V.I.N.E. Special Education Department, K-12
In collaboration with the Curriculum Director and campus principals, manages the curriculum within the V.I.N.E. Special Education Department and ensures that it meets the school’s standards
Develops and reviews Special Education policies and procedures
Coordinates student evaluations with Tempe Union High School District (TUHSD).
Interviews and processes all new student enrollments into the V.I.N.E. Special Education Department on the high school campus.
Collaborates with elementary and junior staff to oversee this process on their campuses
Provides professional development activities for special education and general education staff
Provides support as needed for special education and general education teachers
Creates Individual Learning Plans and Accommodation Plans at the high school level and oversees the process on the other two campuses
Communicates updated lists of students to the Finance Department on a monthly basis or as needed
Serves on the Administrative Team and the Directors’ Team and attends required meetings
Submits and manages a K-12 V.I.N.E. Special Education budget
Creates and maintains all V.I.N.E. Special Education documentation, Individual Learning Plans, Accommodation Plans, and the V.I.N.E. Special Education Department handbook on the high school campus.
Collaborates with elementary and junior staff to oversee this process on their campuses
Collaborates with teachers regarding students who receive accommodations, whether via V.I.N.E. or an Accommodation Plan, and ensures implementation of the plans at the high school.
Collaborates with elementary and junior staff to oversee this process on their campuses
Serves on Valley Christian Schools' Deans and Directors Leadership Team
Adheres to Valley Christian policies, procedures/processes, and codes
Performs other related assigned duties
Conducts interviews and participates in the hiring of V.I.N.E. Department staff
Train, supervise, counsel, schedule and evaluate performance of assigned staff
Oversees the overall work of V.I.N.E. Special Education personnel
Oversees all aspects of V.I.N.E. Special Education for all K-12 students, manages student data files and obtains necessary records