Strategic Special Education Director - District Leader

MEMSPA; Muskegon (MI); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$3,000 Signing Bonus for Administrator

Job summary

Muskegon Heights Public School Academy in Muskegon, MI is seeking a dynamic Special Education Director to lead the district's special education program, ensuring compliance with IDEIA, ESSA, and state/federal mandates.

This role requires Michigan Administrator Certificate, MDE approval, a master’s degree in special education, 4+ years of experience, and a thorough background check. A signing bonus of $3,000 is offered upon approval.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Michigan Administrator Certificate, AND MDE approval for director or supervisor of Special Education
• Master’s degree in special education or equivalent
• Minimum of 4 years work experience in special education
• 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 per compliance mandates.
• Examine confidential student files to monitor for compliance with state and federal compliance.
• Serve as a contact person for parents, teachers, principals, and others from outside agencies.
• Conduct In-service training for special education teachers and other staff members.
• Assist the principal(s) with special education staff evaluations.
• Provide and maintain child count information as required by state and federal regulations.
• Provide information for maintenance of proper class size and utilization of staff to improve special educational programs.
• Assist in the adaptation of Academy policies to include special education needs.
• Supervise the special education program’s effectiveness on a regular basis.
• Travel if required or necessary

Education

Master’s degree in special education or equivalent

Job description

Muskegon Heights Public School Academy in Muskegon, MI is seeking a dynamic Special Education Director to lead the district's special education program, ensuring compliance with IDEIA, ESSA, and state/federal mandates.

This role requires Michigan Administrator Certificate, MDE approval, a master’s degree in special education, 4+ years of experience, and a thorough background check. A signing bonus of $3,000 is offered upon approval.