Special Education Chairperson

Chelmsford Public Schools - Announcement of Vacancy for the 2025- 2026 School Year The Chelmsford Public Schools is now accepting applications for the following anticipated vacancy. The District reserves the right to change this vacancy or not fill this vacancy based on further staffing changes, enrollment, or budget. Chelmsford Public School is now accepting applications for the position of: Special Education Chairperson Location: Various Schools-- Elementary & Middle School Levels Reports to: Director of Student Services Qualifications: * Master’s Degree, with specialization in special education * Massachusetts DESE License as an administrator-- Special Education is preferred * At least five years of successful teaching and/or administrative experience * Depth of knowledge regarding special education laws, regulations, processes and procedures * Strong interpersonal and written/oral communication skills enabling information sharing and the development of trusting relationships with parents, staff, outside evaluators, advocates and administrators * Skill in interpreting assessments and determining educational interventions in response to a learning profile * Demonstrated skill in meeting facilitation, case management, communication and pedagogy * Demonstrated ability to effectively manage the special education referral and team process * Experience supervising and evaluating staff is strongly preferred * Teaching or other special education service skill that will benefit the district Responsibilities: * Manage special education eligibility process, including chairing team meetings and case management * Ensure IEPs meet all regulatory and district standards, are written to reflect best practice, reflect high quality programming and are implemented with integrity * Work with building-based teams to develop and implement efficient and effective service delivery models reflecting best practice * Manage complex and challenging cases, by maintaining effective parent, staff, advocate and outside evaluator contact * Work collaboratively with the Director of Student Services, Principals and Curriculum Coordinators to provide in-building technical assistance and to develop and implement high-quality professional development for all staff * Identify and request authorization from the Director of Student Services for any service not provided by Chelmsford Public Schools * Observe, supervise and evaluate special education teachers and related service providers ensuring high quality special education service delivery * Supervise special education support staff, including Special Education Paraprofessional Staff * Participate in and contribute to student support team meetings * Plan for and contribute to effective transitions for students and their families * Work with other special education chairpersons to insure consistency, cohesion and coordination of practices across the district * Any other direct service responsibilities as determined by the Principal and/or Director of Student Services including but not limited to: extended year services, special transportation, scheduling and program development Terms of Employment: 12 Months; Salary and terms are in accordance with the Chelmsford’s Administrator Association Collective Bargaining Agreement.