Director - Exceptional Student Services
Mingus Union High School District 4, Phoenix, AZ, United States
POSITION JOB TITLE
Director Exceptional Student Services
POSITION CLASSIFICATION Level E Administrative Salary Schedule (Director)
GENERAL STATEMENT OF POSITION'S PURPOSE Exercising expertise in the instruction of students with special learning needs across a continuum of placement options, the special education coordinator advises school staff about special education programs to ensure that the needs of all students are met in accordance with Individualized Education Programs (IEP). In collaboration with the Director of Special Education and Principal, the Coordinator will assist with the oversight and evaluation of all special education and related service providers; timely submission of special education paperwork; facilitated IEP meetings; grants management and related data collection; compliance according to state and federal requirements; and coordinating/providing professional development.
QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING
Master's Degree
ADE Administrative Certification
Qualified Evaluator Training/Certificate
EXPERIENCE DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE/PROFICIENCY OF EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, MATERIALS AND SKILLS:
PRINCIPLE DUTIES
General Duties
Weekly meeting with the building principal to support school and district initiatives and ongoing communication
Provide instructional support to special education teachers, paraprofessionals and related service providers
Review new files and determine eligibility needs and placement of special education students
Collaborate with case managers during special education IEP, MET, and related meetings
Assure compliance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations
Respond to audits/ auditors as needed
Attendance at regional and state special education meetings
Respond to parent concerns/complaints
Coordinating with case managers to ensure all documents are completed in a timely manner (according to state, local, and school policies and procedures) prior to MDT meeting
Coordinating with special education team to ensure the completion of quarterly IEP progress reports and provide quarterly IEP progress reports to parents/guardians
Maintaining student files (paper and electronic) according to school and FERPA standards
Remain current on special education law and statutes
Ensuring appropriate delivery of both special education instruction and related services as stipulated on the IEP
Effectively communicating to parents and guardians the special education process including process for referrals, evaluations, annual IEPs, and re-evaluations as well as parental rights granted by IDEA
Co‑facilitating IEP meetings using a strengths‑based and family‑centered approach
Coordinating with case managers to ensure all documents are completed in a timely manner (according to state, local, and school policies and procedures) prior to MDT meeting
Coordinating with special education team to ensure the completion of quarterly IEP progress reports and provide quarterly IEP progress reports to parents/guardians
Maintaining student files (paper and electronic) according to school and FERPA standards
ADMINISTRATOR'S DUTIES (In collaboration with the Director of Special Education and Principal)
Providing training and technical assistance to case managers, related service providers and support service professionals on all aspects of cases management: use of computer systems for the special education process, writing of goal writing, progress reports, annual reviews and parent communication
Ensuring IEPs are developmentally appropriate, curriculum/standards -based, strength based, and relevant to individual students
Working to develop and maintain school and PEA tracking and data system that includes student information related to IEPs, services, service hours, evaluations, referrals, evaluations, evaluations, evaluations timelines, and discipline incidents
Support the planning of special education initiative and the implementation of initiatives. Integrates new developments, research findings and best practices into ongoing programs and new initiatives
Overseeing special education inventory of updated equipment / materials
Identifying and developing appropriate curriculum and school-based assessments to support the academic growth of students with IEP plans.
Gathering and report data for all reporting requirements concerning students with IEPs and other required reports
Maintaining a high level of knowledge regarding developing special education issues such as changes in federal and local special education policy
Advocating for special education with school leadership
Establishing and maintaining communication with parents of students in the program
Facilitating workshops / meetings for parents, as well as identifying resources for parents of students with special needs
Engaging parents and families in the learning of their child and acting as an ambassador for the school in the community
As appropriate connecting with students' outside providers, pediatricians, and therapists to support student's needs in classroom
Co‑Coordinating ESY program
Maintaining confidentiality of student records and student information
Complete performance evaluations of Special Education Personnel
Oversee paraprofessional evaluations completed by case managers
Other duties as assigned
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS LEVEL OF ACCOUNTABILITY AND AUTHORITY
Perform as directed; responsible for own job under direct supervision.
INTERACTION WITH OTHERS
Interact primarily with students and staff
TIME MANAGEMENT
Must plan two to twelve weeks in advance
WORKING CONDITIONS PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Physical demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Sit approximately 75% of the time
Walk approximately 10% of the time
Stand approximately 10% of the time
Kneeling/Stooping approximately 5% of the time
Lift on a regular basis 30lbs.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment for this position varies throughout the year, depending on projects and assignments. Mostly a normal classroom setting.
The information contained in this position description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
COMMITMENT & DEPENDABILITY
Willingness to be an integral member of a successful team
Dedication to provide the highest level of service
Adherence to policies and procedures
SUPERVISION BY POSITION Exceptional Student Services Department (Salary and Hourly)
EVALUATION PROCEDURE In accordance with provisions specified in governing board policy.
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POSITION CLASSIFICATION Level E Administrative Salary Schedule (Director)
GENERAL STATEMENT OF POSITION'S PURPOSE Exercising expertise in the instruction of students with special learning needs across a continuum of placement options, the special education coordinator advises school staff about special education programs to ensure that the needs of all students are met in accordance with Individualized Education Programs (IEP). In collaboration with the Director of Special Education and Principal, the Coordinator will assist with the oversight and evaluation of all special education and related service providers; timely submission of special education paperwork; facilitated IEP meetings; grants management and related data collection; compliance according to state and federal requirements; and coordinating/providing professional development.
QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING
Master's Degree
ADE Administrative Certification
Qualified Evaluator Training/Certificate
EXPERIENCE DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE/PROFICIENCY OF EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, MATERIALS AND SKILLS:
PRINCIPLE DUTIES
General Duties
Weekly meeting with the building principal to support school and district initiatives and ongoing communication
Provide instructional support to special education teachers, paraprofessionals and related service providers
Review new files and determine eligibility needs and placement of special education students
Collaborate with case managers during special education IEP, MET, and related meetings
Assure compliance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations
Respond to audits/ auditors as needed
Attendance at regional and state special education meetings
Respond to parent concerns/complaints
Coordinating with case managers to ensure all documents are completed in a timely manner (according to state, local, and school policies and procedures) prior to MDT meeting
Coordinating with special education team to ensure the completion of quarterly IEP progress reports and provide quarterly IEP progress reports to parents/guardians
Maintaining student files (paper and electronic) according to school and FERPA standards
Remain current on special education law and statutes
Ensuring appropriate delivery of both special education instruction and related services as stipulated on the IEP
Effectively communicating to parents and guardians the special education process including process for referrals, evaluations, annual IEPs, and re-evaluations as well as parental rights granted by IDEA
Co‑facilitating IEP meetings using a strengths‑based and family‑centered approach
Coordinating with case managers to ensure all documents are completed in a timely manner (according to state, local, and school policies and procedures) prior to MDT meeting
Coordinating with special education team to ensure the completion of quarterly IEP progress reports and provide quarterly IEP progress reports to parents/guardians
Maintaining student files (paper and electronic) according to school and FERPA standards
ADMINISTRATOR'S DUTIES (In collaboration with the Director of Special Education and Principal)
Providing training and technical assistance to case managers, related service providers and support service professionals on all aspects of cases management: use of computer systems for the special education process, writing of goal writing, progress reports, annual reviews and parent communication
Ensuring IEPs are developmentally appropriate, curriculum/standards -based, strength based, and relevant to individual students
Working to develop and maintain school and PEA tracking and data system that includes student information related to IEPs, services, service hours, evaluations, referrals, evaluations, evaluations, evaluations timelines, and discipline incidents
Support the planning of special education initiative and the implementation of initiatives. Integrates new developments, research findings and best practices into ongoing programs and new initiatives
Overseeing special education inventory of updated equipment / materials
Identifying and developing appropriate curriculum and school-based assessments to support the academic growth of students with IEP plans.
Gathering and report data for all reporting requirements concerning students with IEPs and other required reports
Maintaining a high level of knowledge regarding developing special education issues such as changes in federal and local special education policy
Advocating for special education with school leadership
Establishing and maintaining communication with parents of students in the program
Facilitating workshops / meetings for parents, as well as identifying resources for parents of students with special needs
Engaging parents and families in the learning of their child and acting as an ambassador for the school in the community
As appropriate connecting with students' outside providers, pediatricians, and therapists to support student's needs in classroom
Co‑Coordinating ESY program
Maintaining confidentiality of student records and student information
Complete performance evaluations of Special Education Personnel
Oversee paraprofessional evaluations completed by case managers
Other duties as assigned
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS LEVEL OF ACCOUNTABILITY AND AUTHORITY
Perform as directed; responsible for own job under direct supervision.
INTERACTION WITH OTHERS
Interact primarily with students and staff
TIME MANAGEMENT
Must plan two to twelve weeks in advance
WORKING CONDITIONS PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Physical demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Sit approximately 75% of the time
Walk approximately 10% of the time
Stand approximately 10% of the time
Kneeling/Stooping approximately 5% of the time
Lift on a regular basis 30lbs.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment for this position varies throughout the year, depending on projects and assignments. Mostly a normal classroom setting.
The information contained in this position description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
COMMITMENT & DEPENDABILITY
Willingness to be an integral member of a successful team
Dedication to provide the highest level of service
Adherence to policies and procedures
SUPERVISION BY POSITION Exceptional Student Services Department (Salary and Hourly)
EVALUATION PROCEDURE In accordance with provisions specified in governing board policy.
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