INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGER: RELATED SERVICE SPECIAL EDUCATION (SHORT TERM)

Albuquerque Public Schools • Albuquerque, NM

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About The Position

To manage Special Education related service staff and educational programs and related support services for qualified exceptional students.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Special Education or other closely related field
• Valid New Mexico Special Education license.
• Seven years of experience providing direct services to students with special needs.
• Management and leadership skills.
• Facilitation, mediation and conflict resolution skills.
• Experienced with IDEA as well as state regulations.
• Proficient with word processing, database and spreadsheet software.

Nice To Haves

• Valid New Mexico Administrative License.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Flexibility, organization, decision-making and problem solving skills.
• Interpersonal skills with diverse populations in-person and on the telephone.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work on multiple projects.
• Ability to coordinate the work of others.

Responsibilities

• Work with and manage Related Service staff.
• Support supervisors with supervision of related service staff
• Manage and monitor the delivery of Related Services across the district.
• Oversees equipment and material inventory and distribution.
• Implements and monitors Special Education and departmental policies, procedures and guidelines and monitors for compliance.
• monitors Special Education programs for compliance with state, federal and local regulations.
• Supports Special Education philosophy, objectives, programs and practices.
• Monitors and evaluates the implementation of Special Education programs and services and makes recommendations as needed.
• Supports Special Education staff as assigned; provides support to staff in areas of problem solving, case review, conflict resolution and resource development.
• Assists Director in the implementation of District policies due to process hearings and state department complaint processes.
• Develops and monitors annual budget as assigned, and identifies requirements for physical facilities and justification for building space, design, furnishings and equipment.
• Establishes and maintains open lines of communication with staff, students, parents and community members about the education of exceptional students.
• Researches, compiles data and prepares reports as assigned.
• Mediates for Special Education issues involving students.
• Collaborates with University and State Department personnel in the development of long-range, Special Education program planning and teaching training models.
• Assists with the development and dissemination of Special Education forms, booklets and other publications.
• Conducts staff and Special Education teacher meetings.
• Assists Director in planning, implementing and supervising inservice activities.
• Provides support to parents and community concerns as needed.
• Manages projects as assigned by the Director.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees