SPED Program Director: Compliance, Training & Leadership

Muskegon-Heights-Public-School-Academy; Muskegon Heights (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$3,000 Signing Bonus for Administrator

Job summary

Muskegon Heights Public School Academy is seeking a dedicated SPED Coordinator to lead and monitor all aspects of special education, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal requirements. The role includes reviewing referrals and establishing procedures for Academy staff and external agencies.

The successful candidate will hold a Michigan Administrator Certificate, receive MDE approval for SPED director/supervisor, possess a master's degree in special education, and have at least 4

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Michigan Administrator Certificate.
• MDE approval for director or supervisor of Special Education through the Office of Special Education.
• Master's degree in special education or equivalent.
• Satisfactory criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance under all state and federal mandates including IDEIA and ESSA; develop administrative procedures and prepare state and federal reports.
• Examine confidential student files to monitor for compliance with state and federal rules.
• Serve as a contact person for parents, teachers, principals, and outside agencies.
• Conduct in-service training for special education teachers and staff.
• Assist the principals with special education staff evaluations.
• Provide and maintain child count information as required by regulations.
• Provide information for proper class size and staff utilization to improve programs.
• Assist in adapting Academy policies to include special education needs.
• Supervise the SPED program's effectiveness on a regular basis.

Education

Michigan Administrator Certificate

MDE approval for director or supervisor of Special Education

Master's degree in special education

Job description

Muskegon Heights Public School Academy is seeking a dedicated SPED Coordinator to lead and monitor all aspects of special education, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal requirements. The role includes reviewing referrals and establishing procedures for Academy staff and external agencies.

The successful candidate will hold a Michigan Administrator Certificate, receive MDE approval for SPED director/supervisor, possess a master's degree in special education, and have at least 4