Special Education Programs Lead

Hill 35; New Braunfels (TX); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hill 35 in Texas seeks a District Special Education Program Leader to facilitate and manage programs across settings. You will lead development, implementation, and evaluation of research-based interventions for students with disabilities, collaborating with district staff and outside personnel.

The role requires a valid Special Education Teaching Certificate, a Master's degree preferred, and at least three years in Special Education.

Qualifications

• Valid Special Education Teaching Certificate required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of three years teaching in a Special Education classroom.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous procedures for professional growth for teachers through workshops and demonstrations.
• Consult frequently with classroom teachers on instruction matters.
• Recommend adoption and use of varied instructional materials.
• Assist principals and administrators in implementing the Special Education program.
• Develop and evaluate ongoing programs and propose changes.
• Support teachers in developing systems of support for Students with Disabilities.
• Coordinate programs with campus staff and administrators.
• Attend professional meetings to stay current with legislation impacts.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Special education regulations

Assistive Technology familiarity

Data interpretation

Program evaluation

Policy interpretation

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

Master's degree preferred

Valid Special Education Teaching Certificate

Tools

Assistive Technology devices

Job description

This listing comes from the careers page at Comal ISD and is checked nightly. You apply there.

Facilitate and manage district Special Education programs to meet the needs of students. Serve as the leader in the development and improvement of programs provided a variety of settings. Collaborate with district staff and outside personnel to formulate, develop, implement, and evaluate research-based interventions in Special Education.

Responsibilities

Program Management

• Provides continuous and systematic procedures for professional growth for classroom teachers through workshops and demonstrations pertinent to methods and materials that will ensure success for students.
• Consults frequently with classroom teachers on matters relating to instruction.
• Recommends adoption and use of varied instructional materials.
• Assists building principals and other administrators and/or supervisors in implementing the Special Education program.
• Assists in the development and evaluation of ongoing programs and makes recommendations for changes.
• Assists teachers in developing systems of support for Students with Disabilities.
• Works with campus support staff and administrators to facilitate the coordination of programs for students with disabilities.
• Attends appropriate professional meetings and workshops to maintain proficiency and acquire new ideas for improvement. Informs administration of the effects of current and impending legislation.

Policy, Reports, and Law

• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, Commissioner's Rules, and local board policy.
• Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment.
• Responsible for properly maintaining district records, adhering to all policies set forth by the district for records maintenance, and learning the records retention schedule for department records.
• Orients beginning teachers and paraprofessionals as to the philosophy, procedures, and materials for the special education/student program.
• Compiles, maintains, and files all reports, records, and other documents required.
• Assists administration in the resolution of parent concerns and complaints with regards to Special Education programming.
• Demonstrates awareness of district-community needs and initiates activities to meet needs.
• Performs additional tasks and duties as assigned.

Education

• Valid Special Education Teaching Certificate required.
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.

Experience / Other Requirements

• Minimum of three years teaching in a Special Education classroom.

Skills

• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Knowledge of special education programs, regulations, and specific areas of disability.
• Knowledge/familiarization of Assistive Technology devices, services, regulations and procedures relating to IDEA/Federal/State mandates.
• Ability to interpret individual assessment data (FIE) with regards to program planning and implementation.
• Ability to evaluate program effectiveness, and program compliance.
• Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data.
• Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with CISD, other districts, state and federal agency personnel who are involved with the research, administration, and coordination of Special Education programs.