Special Education Principal/Manager

Northeast Metro 916 • White Bear Lake, MN

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About The Position

This 1.0 FTE position serves South Campus Education Center. The incumbent directs and oversees school operations, including school policies and procedures, operational budgets, curriculum standards, performance goals, and partnerships that address identified educational needs. The role provides instructional leadership, supervises staff, oversees student behavior and discipline programs, supports safety and security, and ensures the school site aligns with District goals and initiatives. The position also participates in District, parent or guardian, special education, staff, committee, and professional development meetings, and performs other duties as assigned. Starting salary is based on years of experience. The position is fully benefit eligible; the full contract and benefits are available through the employer.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Educational Administration.
• Two years of experience in special education administration.
• Licensed or able to obtain a Director of Special Education license issued by the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board.
• A teaching license in a special education field (K-12).
• Knowledge of supervisory, education administration, performance evaluation, strategic planning, policy and procedure development, curriculum development, classroom management, instructional methods, proactive behavior management, program and service management, budgeting, applicable laws and regulations, recordkeeping, and computer software applications.
• Skills in leading or supervising staff; conducting performance evaluations; implementing policies and procedures; developing, implementing, and evaluating lessons or curriculum; assessing student achievement; applying behavioral interventions and applicable laws; managing programs and budgets; planning and coordinating program activities; maintaining records and reports; operating a computer and applicable software; and communicating and interacting effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a Federal Setting III or IV special education setting.
• Experience leading and developing staff in equity work, restorative practices, and trauma-informed practices.
• Experience with an MTSS framework for academic and behavioral supports.
• Experience building and maintaining a healthy and positive school culture among staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily school operations, including instructional leadership, student behavior standards, policies and procedures, mission statements, performance goals, safety and security, and community partnerships.
• Supervise staff by assigning and prioritizing work, conducting performance evaluations, ensuring training and policy compliance, maintaining a healthy and safe workplace, and making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.
• Direct and monitor operational budgets, including establishing preliminary and final budgets, administering assigned budgets, and monitoring expenditures.
• Establish, monitor, and enforce student behavioral and discipline programs, ensuring consistent application of policies and procedures in collaboration with students, teachers, staff, and parents.
• Ensure school-site adherence and compatibility with District goals, objectives, and strategic initiatives, and set the climate for applicable initiatives and policies.
• Participate in District meetings, parent or guardian conferences, special education briefings, staff or committee meetings, staff development sessions, and other related meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager