Director Of Student/Family Services And Special Education

Lowell School District

Position Opening

Director of Student/Family Services and Special Education

STARTING DATE

July 1, 2023

WORK YEAR

225-Day

BASE SALARY

$103,500(DOE)

Medical/Dental

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Open until filled

THE POSITION

The Director of Student/Family Services and Special Education is responsible for overseeing staff and programs related to Student/Family Services and Special Education and ensure continuity of service, training, and law.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Lowell School District is a progressive, student-centered, district with goals to improve opportunities for all students. We believe that we can provide a private school education in a small school setting. Our goal is to ensure all students are provided a high level education. Staff in our district enjoy small class sizes, excellent professional development opportunities, a collegial environment, and a supportive community. The Student Services and Special Education Director is responsible to the Superintendent and serves as the director for all student/family services programs including but not limited to Family Resource Cooperative, 504s,andTitle IIIas well asspecial education programs in the district, including charter schools. This person will enjoy a collaborative environment with administration and staff.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assures confidentiality of the Special Education Records Department
• Oversees compliance with applicable federal and state statues by interpreting and applying their requirements to special education students
• Manages and maintains legal compliance with appropriate budgets and collaborates with Business Services personnel regarding funding and expenditure issues
• Monitors IEP process in assigned buildings to assure compliance with federal, state, and District rules. Provides technical assistance and training when needed
• Coordinates appropriate staffing levels for school special education programs for the purpose of providing services with fiscal efficiency
• Collaborates on district Board Policy for special education as is needed or required, for the purpose of assuring program consistency and compliance with state and federal rules in all locations
• Coordinates and monitors the Special Education student information System and tracking forms
• Ensures an appropriate public education for all children who are eligible for special education by coordinating the establishment of short-term and long-range plans and the implementation of appropriate education programs
• Prepares documentation and reports data to the Oregon Department of Education for the purpose of conveying information and complying with Federal and State regulations
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the superintendent.
• Coordinates with outside agencies to provide services to students and staff, for the purpose of offering appropriate services
• Assures coordination and provision of transportation, as needed, for special education students
• Collaborates with District personnel and peers in other districts for the purpose of implementing and maintaining services and/or programs.
• Coaches and provides technical support to building administrators and teachers with respect to discipline, special education policy, student safety, student placement, and communications with parents
• Directs special education personnel, for the purpose of delivering services which conform to established guidelines
• Organizes and responds to State Systems Performance Review and special education state reporting
• DirectsCharter School services as it relates to Special Education.
• Maintains a high level of knowledge regarding developing special education issues, changes in the laws and case law, and educational methods of educating students with disabilities, for the purpose of managing an excellent special education program.
• Supports the design and maintenance of all necessary aspects of the special education process including, Child Find, Referral, Evaluation, Eligibility, Individual Education Plans, and Placement
• Coordinates EI/ECSE evaluations, transition, transportation and related services.
• Directs, coordinates, and facilitates the development and implementation of action plans intended to accomplish specific goals and objectives related to Title III, Talented and Gifted Program (TAG), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, Assessment, and overall compliance requirements.
• Designs and implements professional development for special education staff, and for general education staff as needed
• Evaluates district and school special education programs and monitors the implementation of special education and compliance with regulations in each location, for the purpose of carrying out and achieving objectives within area of responsibility
• Collaborates with District school principals and school special education teachers for the purpose of implementing and maintaining services and/or programs
• Coordinates interagency agreements
• Serves as the District Representative for IEP meetings across the district

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The Applicant Must Have:

• Valid Oregon Drivers License.
• Three (3) years teachingin the area of Special Education and (1) year of administrative related duties.
• Valid Oregon Teaching License.
• Valid Oregon Administrators License or is currently in an Administrators Licensure program with completion bytheir start date.
• Masters degree from an accredited College or University.
• Knowledge and application of curriculum and instruction, instructional materials and methods, evaluation procedures, clinical teaching and supervision, resource management, and laws relating to site level management. In-depth knowledge of the Oregon Education Objectives at the secondary level.
• Maintains and keeps valid all certification, training and licensure.

Ability To:

• Maintain a good working relationship with principals, district staff, community, and partners.
• Work effectively with a wide variety of organizations and with people of all socio-economic and cultural backgrounds.
• Evaluate programs.
• Communicate effectively in oral and written form and fluent in oral and written English communication.
• Coordinate, supervise and provide educational and administrative assistance, support, and leadership to the site staff.

Apply online at: https://lowell.tedk12.com/hire/Index.aspx

TO APPLY AND BE CONSIDERED, APPLICANT MUST SUPPLY ALL OF THE FOLLOWING:

• Letter of interest stating your qualities and reasons for seeking this position
• Copy of Oregon Teaching license and Administrative License or transcripts showing completion prior tothe start date
• Application
• Current resume
• Three current letters of reference

If you have questions, please contact Michelle Stephens at 541.937.5095 or email at [email protected]

The Lowell School district complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender or disability.

The Lowell School District's policy is to provide veterans and disabled veterans with preference as required by law. Applicants requesting veteran's preference must provide certification of eligibility for preference in addition to other requested materials.