Supervisor of Special Education (Secondary), Probationary

Yorktown Central School District; Town of Yorktown (NY); On-site; USD 145,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Yorktown Central School District is seeking a Supervisor of Special Education to lead the Pupil Personnel Services department, directing administration, supervision, and evaluation of PPS building matters, including CSE and Section 504 matters.

The role provides instructional leadership, staff development opportunities, and strategic planning across district buildings, reporting to the Director of Pupil Personnel Services. Salary range reflects district standards and experience.

Qualifications

• New York State certification as a School District Administrator or School District Leader (may be pending if other qualifications are met)
• Teaching and administrative experience in Special Education is preferred
• Clinical experience as a school psychologist is preferred
• Creative and innovative leadership style
• Extensive knowledge of Part 200 Regulations and laws pertaining to Section 504
• Experience with DASA, PBIS and the Danielson Rubric preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Highly organized and attentive to responsibilities
• Adept at instructional technologies
• Committed to professional growth

Responsibilities

• Assists with the supervision and evaluation of instructional and non-instructional staff
• Assists with the development, implementation, supervision, and evaluation of special education programs and services
• Chairperson of the Committee on Special Education, as assigned by the Director of PPS
• Serve as primary PPS liaison for secondary school buildings
• Coordinate additional support services as needed
• Other duties, as assigned by the Director of PPS
• Implements and maintains a system to manage duties and assignments
• Maintains confidentiality of records and information
• Proficient in Frontline/IEP Direct, and Google Drive
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Superintendent or designee.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organization

Instructional technology

Strategic planning

Logistical planning

Education

New York State administrator certification

Experience in Special Education

Clinical experience as school psychologist

Tools

Frontline/IEP Direct

Google Drive

Job description

PUPIL PERSONNEL SERVICES

• Staff, as assigned by the Director of Pupil Personnel Services

SUPERVISOR OF SPECIAL EDUCATION

PUPIL PERSONNEL SERVICES

Job Summary:

Under the supervision of the Director of Pupil Personnel Services, the Supervisor of Special Education is responsible for the administration, supervision, and evaluation of all PPS school building matters, including the Committee on Special Education and Section 504 Committee. This includes supervision of the Special Education department, clinical team, and related service providers; strategic and logistical planning, supervision of students, implementing professional development opportunities for staff, providing instructional leadership to the school buildings, as well as other staff and student related tasks as delegated by the Director of Pupil Personnel.

Supervises

• Staff, as assigned by the Director of Pupil Personnel Services

Minimum Qualifications

• New York State certification as a School District Administrator or School District Leader (may be pending if other qualifications are met)
• Teaching and administrative experience in the the area of Special Education is preferred
• Clinical experience as a school psychologist is preferred
• Creative and innovative leadership style
• Extensive knowledge of Part 200 Regulations and laws pertaining to Section 504
• Experience with DASA, PBIS and the Danielson Rubric preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Highly organized and attentive to responsibilities
• Adept at instructional technologies
• Committed to professional growth

Primary Activities

Administration and Supervision

• Assists with the supervision and evaluation of instructional and non-instructional staff
• Assists with the development, implementation, supervision, and evaluation of special education programs and services
• Chairperson of the Committee on Special Education, as assigned by the Director of PPS
• Serve as primary PPS liaison for secondary school buildings
• Coordinate additional support services as needed
• Other duties, as assigned by the Director of PPS

Records Management

• Implements and maintains a system to manage duties and assignments
• Maintains confidentiality of records and information
• Proficient in Frontline/IEP Direct, and Google Drive
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Superintendent or designee.

Salary Range

$145,000- $160,000*

• Prior experience in the same or equivalent title may be considered for appointment above the posted salary range.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

The Yorktown Central School District is an equal opportunity employer.