What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Special Services position at Hartford School District?
The Hartford School District (SD 54) in east central Vermont is seeking a creative, dynamic and visionary leader who is highly motivated to engage all stakeholders in their leadership to create exceptional, high-achieving programs for students with special needs. The successful candidate must be an excellent communicator who is knowledgeable in best practices and has a strong grasp of essential 21st century skills. This community of learners seeks a student-focused, transparent, open-minded and accessible leader to take them to new levels of achievement. Exceptional speaking, listening and collaborative skills are an absolute must for the successful candidate.
The Director of Special Education is responsible for organizing, planning, directing and supervising all aspects of special education services including supervising professional and paraprofessional staff, recruiting, hiring and training staff in conjunction with the building based administrators and managing district regional collaborative programs for students with cognitive, emotional and behavioral challenges. The candidate must have experience developing a multi-tiered system of supports and be able to work with a variety of stakeholder groups.
