Supervisor of Special Education

PATERSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 92,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Paterson Public Schools is seeking a qualified administrator to lead the Child Study Team (CST) and oversee special education services in Paterson, New Jersey.

The position requires a master's degree and valid NJ supervisor certificate, with extensive CST experience, knowledge of NJ regulations, and the ability to supervise staff, engage families, and implement effective instructional strategies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree and NJ credentials required.
• Experience in special education or CST settings and NJ regulations.
• Ability to supervise and support CST members.
• Strong instructional, assessment, and diagnostic knowledge.
• Effective communication with students, staff, parents, and community.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and data systems.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Integrity

Initiative

English proficiency

Staff engagement

Education

Master's degree

NJ Supervisor Certificate

NJ certification (LDTC/School Psychologist/SLT/CDC etc.)

5+ years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Student data systems

Job description

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid New Jersey Supervisor Certificate in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:9B-12.7.
• Valid New Jersey certification as a Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant (LDTC), School Psychologist, School Social Worker, Speech Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, Teacher of Students with Disabilities endorsement, or Teacher of the Handicapped.
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful teaching or related educational experience, in special education or as a member of the Child Study Team (CST).
• Demonstrated knowledge ofo child development of students with disabilities and special education laws and regulations (N.J.A.C. 6A:14).
• Experience and capacity to supervise and support Child Study Team members.
• Strong understanding of instructional strategies, classroom management, assessments, and diagnostic tools.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and initiative.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to engage students, staff, parents, and community members.
• Proficiency in technology, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and student data management systems.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid New Jersey Supervisor Certificate in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:9B-12.7.
• Valid New Jersey certification as a Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant (LDTC), School Psychologist, School Social Worker, Speech Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, Teacher of Students with Disabilities endorsement, or Teacher of the Handicapped.
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful teaching or related educational experience, in special education or as a member of the Child Study Team (CST).
• Demonstrated knowledge ofo child development of students with disabilities and special education laws and regulations (N.J.A.C. 6A:14).
• Experience and capacity to supervise and support Child Study Team members.
• Strong understanding of instructional strategies, classroom management, assessments, and diagnostic tools.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and initiative.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to engage students, staff, parents, and community members.
• Proficiency in technology, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and student data management systems.

For more information about this position, please visit the Job Descriptions page.

• Meet such alternatives to above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable
• Pending budget availability
• All postings are open for ten (10) consecutive days following the date posted or until filled

Paterson Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity and Affluent action Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic, in accordance with federal and New Jersey law.