Director of Special Education Programs

Preferred start date of January 2025 Position Summary: Responsible for all aspects of ACCEPT’s special education programs and providing innovative programs and services to meet student’s and member district’s evolving needs. Qualifications Required: Master’s degree in Educational Leadership or a related field Special Education Administrator licensure Successful experience as a special education leader Collaborative leadership style Excellent written and oral communication, interpersonal and facilitation skills Current knowledge of education research, issues and trends Extensive knowledge of moderate/severe disabilities Experience with teacher supervision and evaluation Knowledge of federal and state regulations Skills in grant writing, budget development and oversight Ability to function independently, take initiative, promote staff and student morale and exercise a high degree of professional judgment. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Executive Director may find appropriate and in conformity with state and federal requirements. Qualifications Desired: EdD/PhD in a related field Essential 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 (Pre-K to 22 special education, clinical and counseling and other related services) Case management with district personnel for students in ACCEPT programs. Provide oversight of the coordination of Team meeting process Work with staff to ensure appropriate home/school communication and maintain communication with parents of students as needed Oversee overall operation of classrooms, including communication with building principals, transportation schedule, inclusion opportunities, parent communication, therapy services, materials and supplies, etc. Work with staff to develop curriculum aligned with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks Work with staff to develop appropriate Alternative Assessment strategies Provide information and data as requested by the Executive Director Work with the Executive Director to seek additional sources of funding In collaboration with the Executive Director, plan and facilitate meetings, subcommittees and retreats. Inform the Executive Director of all significant situations, issues and concerns Keep apprised of Department of Education and other agency developments by attending pertinent meetings as well as developing and maintaining interagency cooperation to assist in continued quality programming for Collaborative students and staff Recruit, interview, hire and terminate special education staff Supervise and evaluate teachers, nurses, therapists, and make recommendations regarding staffing patterns. Ensure that teachers evaluate their staff annually Oversee staff development of professional development plans; plans professional development programs and provides a calendar of coordinated, cohesive professional development for ACCEPT professional staff and paraprofessionals; organizes and leads program staff meetings to develop the collaborative culture as a professional learning community; shares information; and provides a mentoring and induction program for new staff. Assist with budget preparation, including personnel, equipment and supplies Assist with ordering and management of inventory of necessary equipment, instructional materials, and supplies Provide the Business Office with enrollment and tuition billing information Assist with grant writing Non-Essential Responsibilities: Other related duties as assigned by the Executive Director Success Factors/Job Competencies: Compassion and desire to work with children with special needs Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Positive and proactive attitude Great attention to detail and accuracy Commitment to company mission and values Strong team player Physical Demands and Work Environment: Work Environment: The employee will be working in a normal school environment with an acceptable level of noise; travel between Collaborative locations and occasional off-site meetings is required

Salary : $100,000 - $140,000