What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Special Education RB#24-272 position at Buffalo Public Schools?
BOARD OF EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14202
RECRUITMENT BULLETIN RB#24-272
DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL EDUCATION
DATE: FEBRUARY 28, 2025
NOTICE OF POSITION
POSITION:
The Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Tonja M. Williams Knight, is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position of:
Director of Special Education
APPLICATIONS:
Candidates interested in applying must complete an online application on the district website at www.buffaloschools.org/jobs. Click the “APPLY” button at the bottom of this page to start your application. Once the form is completed, click the “Submit” button.
Applications successfully received will generate a confirmation email to the account listed on the application. (Be sure to check your junk and spam mail.) If you do not receive a confirmation email, we cannot guarantee that your application was received. You must submit an application until you receive a confirmation email.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree, a permanent New York State teaching certificate in Special Education and a New York State School District Administrator (SDA/SDL) certificate. Candidates must have a minimum of five years combined teaching and administrative experience with a minimum of two (2) years at the administrative level. Candidates with prior experience in an urban school district with a large racially and ethnically diverse population are preferred. Knowledge of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education, Part 200 Students with Disabilities required.
DUTIES:
The Director of Special Education will report to the Assistant Superintendent of Special Education and will be responsible for, but not limited to the following:
- Lead efforts related to the Committee on Special Education, including compliance, and monitoring of building and central staff
- Maintain data related to CSE compliance, service needs, trends, special transportation, 1:1 aides and all related areas
- Coordinate and administer all areas of Special Education for the successful operation of the department, supervise and facilitate the development of leadership and technical skills of certified staff
- Design, adapt and implement department procedures to ensure compliance and improve services to students with a disability serviced in agency settings
- Assist with the selection of Special Education Department staff
- Supervise the work of staff to ensure that the process and procedures used in the Department are congruent with district needs, expectations and policies
- Assist in preparing and facilitating the departmental budget to ensure that the district’s resources are managed efficiently and appropriately to include Federal and State grants
- Assist in the planning and implementation of the district’s professional development program and model the personal and professional expectations held for district personnel by demonstrating a commitment to growth and renewal
- Complete Annual Performance Reviews for Special Education staff and supervisors
- Attend required district and department meetings
- All other duties deemed appropriate
APPOINTMENT:
Appointment will be made by the Board of Education upon the recommendation of the Superintendent following the assessment of training, experience, credentials, evaluation of service, program needs, and personal interview.
SALARY: Per contractual agreement
FUNDING: Pending funding
FINAL DATE FOR FILLING: MARCH 13, 2025
DR. TONJA M. WILLIAMS KNIGHT
SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
The Buffalo Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex (including sexual harassment and sexual violence), gender identity, sexual orientation (the term "sexual orientation" means heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, or asexuality ), political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, weight, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the District's non-discrimination policies should be directed to HRCompliance@buffaloschools.org or to: Tami Hollie McGee, Chief of Human Resources 719 City Hall Buffalo, NY 14202 (716) 816-3579.
