What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director for Special Education (Cascade) position at Educational Service District 112 - WA?
General Responsibilities
This position will serve the Cascade and Index school districts for the 2025-2026 school year. This position is full time, 215 days, and the assignment will start on August 4, 2025.
This position will close on Monday, May 12, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.
Essential Functions/Other Functions
- Use data, research and best practices to design and lead special education programs and services that provide special education students with a free and appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment.
- Coordinate programs and services to identify, assess, place and serve eligible students special education services and ensure student progress.
- Assign, supervise, evaluate and develop special education staff to support the educational needs of special education students.
- Build and maintain productive relationships and strong partnerships with families, school district staff, community agencies; and local, state and federal government entities.
- Manage the day-to-day special education program operations for the Special Education ESA member districts to maximize resources and assure a safe, efficient and effective learning environment for students and staff.
- Assure compliance with all federal, state, agency and school district laws, rules, regulations and procedures that govern students with disabilities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum/Preferred Qualifications & Skills
- Hold or eligible to hold a Washington administrative credential.
- Hold or eligible to hold a valid Washington teaching certificate or ESA certification.
- Masters degree.
- Three years teaching or other certificated experience (e.g., school psychologist, speech pathologist, physical therapist).
- Administrative experience serving special education populations.
- One year of educational leadership experience that includes employee supervision and evaluation.
- Experience designing curriculum and instructional strategies for special education populations.
- Experience delivering professional development to teachers and support staff.
Working Conditions/Employment Requirements
- School building work setting, office environment.
- Travel to assigned districts in ESD 112 Special Education ESA service region.
- Successful completion of a criminal history and fingerprint check through the Washington State Patrol and FBI.
Educational Service District 112 is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $111,925 - $136,178
