Chief of Special Services & Inclusive Education

Aslin - Administration Bldg.; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 139,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Public School District is seeking an Executive Director of Special Services to provide district-wide leadership for PreK-12 special education, 504 and gifted services. The role oversees program development, compliance and resource management to support students and families.

Reporting to the Chief Academic Officer, the incumbent will lead staff development, data-driven improvement, and collaboration with schools and community partners to ensure accessible, equitable services for all

Qualifications

• Ideal candidate will have effective interpersonal skills and ability to lead conflict resolution in critical situations.
• Solid understanding of special education systems, child development, and related laws, regulations and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop and inspire a shared vision for instructional improvement in special education and special services throughout the district.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate assessment programs for individual needs of students with special learning circumstances; ensure child-find, screening, assessment and programming for students with disabilities.
• Provide effective educational leadership in the development, dissemination and monitoring of curriculum for students with special needs including homebound instruction.
• Assess data and establish strategic improvements for student progress, attendance, and discipline for students in special services programs.
• Establish processes for maintaining student records and confidentiality of records.
• Oversee and deliver staff development opportunities for educators and administrators throughout the district to ensure staff are well trained in research-based curriculum, programs, processes and procedures.
• Communicate regularly with district-wide program coordinators and school administrators to ensure all special and related services support district goals.

Education

Master’s degree in special education or related field

Missouri Special Education Administration certification

Job description

Columbia Public School District is seeking an Executive Director of Special Services to provide district-wide leadership for PreK-12 special education, 504 and gifted services. The role oversees program development, compliance and resource management to support students and families.

Reporting to the Chief Academic Officer, the incumbent will lead staff development, data-driven improvement, and collaboration with schools and community partners to ensure accessible, equitable services for all