Senior Supervisor, Special Education Programs

Bensalem, PA; Bensalem Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Bensalem Township School District in Lower Bucks County is seeking a Supervisor of Special Education to oversee programs for elementary and secondary students, coordinate off-site placements, and serve as a liaison among administration, staff, and families.

The role requires at least five years of satisfactory special education teaching experience and supervisory background, strong knowledge of Chapter 14/16, and PA certification preferred; leadership, collaboration, and strong organizational

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of satisfactory special education teaching experience and experience as a Supervisor of Special Education.
• In-depth knowledge of special education requirements and Chapter 14 and 16 mandates; possess excellent organizational skills.
• Effective collaboration and communication skills to work with principals, teachers, parents, and regional/state/national colleagues.
• PA certification as a supervisor of Special Education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs program development and evaluation in the area of special education and special services, as designated by the Assistant to the Superintendent for Special Services.
• Coordinates the placement of children identified as requiring special education programs/services.
• Formulates staff development programs for special education and regular education staff.
• Coordinates reevaluation of children in special education programs.
• Participates in the recruitment, interviewing, selection, deployment and evaluation of professional staff related to the special education and special services areas.
• Supervises development, implementation and evaluation of individual educational programs for exceptional children.
• Ensures district compliance with state and federal standards and regulations relating to the operation of special education programs.
• Maintains a cooperative relationship with building principals to develop, maintain and deliver appropriate services in their buildings.
• Maintains programs coordination with district curriculum supervisors.
• Coordinates the review, development and implementation of Special Education Curriculum, as needed.
• Perform Other duties as assigned by district leadership.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Education

PA Supervisor of Special Education

Job description

Bensalem Township School District in Lower Bucks County is seeking a Supervisor of Special Education to oversee programs for elementary and secondary students, coordinate off-site placements, and serve as a liaison among administration, staff, and families.

The role requires at least five years of satisfactory special education teaching experience and supervisory background, strong knowledge of Chapter 14/16, and PA certification preferred; leadership, collaboration, and strong organizational