Director of Special Education Programs

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate referral, intake, placement and termination procedures for all students
• Identify and develop new programs and make recommendations for changes
• Provide oversight of ACCEPT programs and services
• Case management with district personnel
• Oversee Team meeting process
• Maintain home/school communication
• Oversee classroom operations and logistics
• Work with staff on curriculum development
• Develop Alternative Assessment strategies
• Recruit, interview, hire and supervise special education staff
• Oversee professional development programs
• Assist with budget preparation and management
• Manage inventory and supplies
• Assist with grant writing

Requirements

Education

Master's degree in Educational Leadership or related field

Experience

Successful experience as a special education leader

Required Skills

• Collaborative leadership
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Interpersonal and facilitation skills
• Knowledge of education research and trends
• Knowledge of moderate/severe disabilities
• Budget development and oversight
• Grant writing
• Independent decision making
• Professional judgment

Required Certifications

• Special Education Administrator licensure