SY 25-26 Program Manager, Special Education

Savannah-Chatham Country Schools • Savannah, GA

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About The Position

This position is responsible for planning, developing, coordinating and evaluating the delivery of services to students with identified disabilities.

Requirements

• Masters degree in Special Education or related field from an accredited college or university; Eligible for an Educational Leadership Certificate; Passing GAPSC approved Leadership Certification test required.
• Eligibility for Educational Leadership Certificate. Must have clear- renewable or obtain non-renewable certification prior to being employed. If obtaining a non-renewable certification, it must be completed in 3 years.
• Valid certification in Special Education
• At least five (5) years of teaching experience
• Proficient in the use of technology
• Proven ability to communicate well with parents and staff.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, administrative work, and special projects.
• Demonstrable knowledge of laws, policies and practices related to students with disabilities.

Nice To Haves

• Leadership Certificate in Educational Leadership
• Previous supervisory experience
• Three (3) years' experience in a leadership role

Responsibilities

• Coordinates delivery of services to identified students.
• Implements procedures to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Recommends and develops program budgets and grants.
• Provides programming support to special education teachers and other staff.
• Completes assessments to determine program effectiveness and generates plans for program improvement.
• Coordinates FTE and December 1 Count verification procedures.
• Develops and implements procedures for managing special education data required for trend analysis.
• Assists in developing training and information material for dissemination to schools, parents and community agencies.
• Coordinates and monitors psychological services at various sites.
• Uses program evaluation data to provide information as appropriate.
• Assists principal as requested in the evaluation of instruction and staff.
• Serves with parent, faculty, and student groups as requested in advancing educational and related activities and objectives.
• Responds as necessary to urgent situations or emergencies to maintain safety, calm, and order for students, staff, and visitors.
• Performs other duties as necessary for the effectiveness of the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support