Supervisor of Special Education

Northwest Tri-county Intermediate Unit 5; Edinboro (Erie County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Tri-county Intermediate Unit 5 in Edinboro, PA, seeks a Supervisor of Special Education to oversee programs by geographic area and by exceptionality. The position emphasizes program supervision, staff evaluation, and ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements.

The role also involves presenting at workshops, participating in committees, and guiding IEP development and transitions to adult life.

Qualifications

• Valid Pennsylvania Supervisor of Special Education certificate or K-12 Principal Certificate.
• Five years' experience with special education students.
• Thorough understanding of state and federal requirements for special education.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate assigned teaching and paraprofessional staff.
• Participate in interviewing prospective employees and provide recommendations for employment.
• Oversee the procedural compliance of all pupil placements (from point of referral to IEP development / implementation) and to transition to adult life.
• Oversee class lists for child count accuracy.
• Present at workshops and meetings and serve on committees, upon request.
• Participate in meetings to develop IU/district goals and budget contracts.
• Oversee the requisitioning of materials for new and existing programs.
• Evaluate annually the facilities utilized.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director and Assistant Director of Special Education.

Skills

Staff supervision

Interviewing candidates

IEP knowledge

Policy & compliance

Education

PA Supervisor of Special Education certificate

K-12 Principal Certificate

Job description

Supervisor of Special Education

Position Summary

This is a supervisory level position responsible for oversight of Special Education Programs by geographic area and/or exceptionality.

Benefits

• The initial salary for this position is firmly set at $88,955
• 260 Day Work Year
• 15 PAID holidays
• 25 Vacation Days, 5 Personal Days, 13 Sick Days, 2 Mental Health Days per fiscal year.
• Full medical dental and vision benefits are effective the first day of employment with a monthly premium share of only $75.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Pennsylvania Supervisor of Special Education certificate or K-12 Principal Certificate
• Five years' experience with special education students
• Thorough understanding of all state and federal requirements for special education

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with School Wide Positive Behavior Support
• Speech and Language background with PA certification
• Experience with low incidence population

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate assigned teaching and paraprofessional staff.
• Participate in the interviewing of prospective employees and provide recommendations for employment.
• Oversee the procedural compliance of all pupil placements (from point of referral to IEP development / implementation) and to transition to adult life.
• Oversee class lists for child count accuracy.
• Present at workshops and meetings and serve on committees, upon request.
• Participate in meetings to develop IU/district goals and budget contracts.
• Oversee the requisitioning of materials for new and existing programs.
• Evaluate annually the facilities utilized.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director and Assistant Director of Special Education.