Admin_Director of Special Programs

Gretna Public Schools•Gretna, NE

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About The Position

Gretna Public Schools Director of Special Programs Job Description It is the policy of Gretna Public Schools to not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, or other protected status in its educational programs, admission policies, employment policies or other administered programs. Persons requiring accommodations to apply and/or be considered for positions are asked to make their request to the Superintendent. Job Title: Director of Special Programs Department: Student Services Education Level and Certification: Master’s degree in educational administration or higher required, in addition to all other required or assigned certification and training. Experience in elementary level administration preferred. Reports To: Superintendent of Schools Performance Responsibilities and Job Tasks: Provide overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the English Learners, High Ability, Counseling, 504, Nursing and other K-12 programs as assigned. Supervise and support certified staff, related service providers, and classified staff according to assigned supervision responsibilities. Ensure assigned programs meet all district and state requirements, including alignment of policies and procedures. Serve as liaison with NDE, Educational Service Units (ESUs), and other agencies regarding special programs. Prepare and submit state and federal reports and grants related to special programs. Communicate program goals, requirements, and updates to staff, administrators, and the Board of Education. Design and lead professional development that supports staff within assigned areas of supervision. Coordinate contracted services as necessary. Handle parent concerns and facilitate resolution of disputes related to special programs. Assist in recruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified staff. Supervise and support elementary building principals, teachers, and families. Support and mentor elementary administration. Design and lead professional development that supports elementary staff with the MTSS Framework. Support and lead elementary administration with student discipline and due process. Perform other tasks or duties as assigned by the Superintendent or Superintendent’s designee. Serve as a role model to all students. Serve as a positive member of the community in a way that does not negatively affect the District’s reputation or image in the community. Refrain from engaging in conduct that interferes with the operations of the District, including the education of students. Adhere to all District policies, rules, regulations, and supervisory directives. Maintain confidentiality of information concerning staff, students, and parents in accordance with law and District rules. FLSA Exempt Status: Exempt. Executive exemption: The primary duty of the employee is the management of a department or subdivision. The employee customarily and regularly directs the work of two or more other employees and has authority to hire or fire other employees or the employee’s recommendations as to hiring, firing, promotion or other change of status of other employees are given particular weight. Administrative exemption: The employee has the primary duty of performing office or non-manual work directly related to the development of instructional material, coordinating educational content, and incorporating current technology in specialized fields that provide guidelines to educators and instructors for developing curricula and conducting courses for the school district. Essential Functions: The essential functions of the Director of Special Services position include: (1) regular, dependable, in-person attendance on the job; (2) the ability to perform the identified tasks and performance responsibilities which require effective driving and communication skills; and (3) the ability to perform the identified physical requirements.

Requirements

Master’s degree in educational administration or higher required, in addition to all other required or assigned certification and training.

Nice To Haves

Experience in elementary level administration preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the English Learners, High Ability, Counseling, 504, Nursing and other K-12 programs as assigned.
Supervise and support certified staff, related service providers, and classified staff according to assigned supervision responsibilities.
Ensure assigned programs meet all district and state requirements, including alignment of policies and procedures.
Serve as liaison with NDE, Educational Service Units (ESUs), and other agencies regarding special programs.
Prepare and submit state and federal reports and grants related to special programs.
Communicate program goals, requirements, and updates to staff, administrators, and the Board of Education.
Design and lead professional development that supports staff within assigned areas of supervision.
Coordinate contracted services as necessary.
Handle parent concerns and facilitate resolution of disputes related to special programs.
Assist in recruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified staff.
Supervise and support elementary building principals, teachers, and families.
Support and mentor elementary administration.
Design and lead professional development that supports elementary staff with the MTSS Framework.
Support and lead elementary administration with student discipline and due process.
Perform other tasks or duties as assigned by the Superintendent or Superintendent’s designee.
Serve as a role model to all students.
Serve as a positive member of the community in a way that does not negatively affect the District’s reputation or image in the community.
Refrain from engaging in conduct that interferes with the operations of the District, including the education of students.
Adhere to all District policies, rules, regulations, and supervisory directives.
Maintain confidentiality of information concerning staff, students, and parents in accordance with law and District rules.