What are the responsibilities and job description for the DEAN OF SPECIAL PROGRAMS - GEORGETOWN TEXAS position at Orenda Education?
JOB TITLE: DEAN OF SPECIAL PROGRAMS
REPORTS TO: HEAD OF SCHOOL
SUPERVISES: N/A
FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT
CALENDAR DAYS: 215
SALARY RANGE: $73,100 - $85,287
LOCATION: GATEWAY COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL, GEORGETOWN TX
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Dean of Special Programs’ purpose is to coordinate campus special programs (special education, 504, MTSS), manage student behavior, assist with special programs, and promote a safe, positive learning environment.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Special Programs
Develop, update, and maintain the special education schedule for special education teachers and aides based on student IEP minutes
Monitor the implementation of accommodations and modifications by teachers and aides
Supervise special education teachers and aides and complete staff evaluations
Provide regular scheduled meetings with special education teachers
Coordinate with district special education staff for support and training
Coordinate STAAR Alternative testing for the campus
Coordinate with campus administrators and Dean of Admissions and College Readiness on the master schedule for special education students
Attend ARDs as the campus administrator
Attend 504’s as the campus administrator
Help schedule and coordinate 504 meetings
Send out 504 Plans to campus staff and monitor the implementation of accommodations by teachers and aides.
Work/train general education teachers with compliance around 504 and Special Education
Serve as the Campus MTSS coordinator, including:
Training campus on MTSS procedures
Coordinate with Campus Instructional Coaches to help with MTSS implementation
Help to Maintain accurate student MTSS records
Serve as the liaison between MTSS, 504, Special Education
Serve as point of contact for parents for MTSS, 504, and Special Education for the campus
Student Discipline and Positive Behavior Systems
Coordinate with the Heads of Section on the implementation and evaluation of school wide discipline following the established district policies and procedures.
Counsel students and parents regarding school and district policies related to discipline.
Coordinate with the Head of Section in response to the anonymous reporting app.
Serve on the Behavior Threat Assessment Team.
Work with Law Enforcement when necessary.
Provide staff development for classroom management and restorative practices.
Implement Positive Behavior Intervention System (PBIS) for the campus that aligns with the district mission, vision, and core values
Assist staff and parents in developing student behavioral expectations.
Assist in planning, developing, and implementing student behavioral plans.
Assist in developing and implementing programs to promote positive student recognition as well as intervention strategies.
Assist Heads of Section in assigning appropriate consequences for behavior following the Student Code of Conduct.
Work with an administrator regarding out of school suspension.
Other Responsibilities
Support the mission and vision of the campus and serves on improvement committees
Adheres to policies and procedures of the campus and district
Comply with policies established by federal and state law, including but not limited to State Board of Education and local Board policy
Serve as the administrator on duty at athletic and other extracurricular events
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES REQUIRED:
Knowledge of:
Must possess strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills.
Prior experience and knowledge of student discipline and behavior management systems, MTSS, 504, and special education.
Ability to:
Interact effectively with campus staff and parents
Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Operate standard computer and software applications, including, but not limited to electronic mail, word processing, spreadsheets, databases and presentations and comfortable learning other online software systems
Organize and prioritize work responsibilities with attention to details
Experience:
Three or more years as a teacher.
Prior experience and knowledge of student discipline and behavior management systems, MTSS, 504, and special education.
Previous administrator experience.
Education:
Master’s degree and Texas Principal Certification required.
T-TESS certification required during the first year of employment.
Special Education EC-12 certification.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Duties involve walking, sitting, standing, in-door, and out-of-door activities and some lifting.
Must be able to be on your feet for long periods of time.
Must be willing to interact with all types of personalities, integrate well with our staff; and handle a busy environment.
Be able to lift up to 40lbs.
BENEFITS: Should you enroll in medical plan, Orenda Education makes a $425 monthly contribution towards employees' premiums.
Participation in the Texas Teachers Retirement System
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Telehealth
Basic Life, Term Life
Permanent Life and Accident Insurance
Short-term and Long-term Disability
403b and 457b Investment Plans
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account Options
Critical Illness, Cancer Insurance
Legal Services
Salary : $73,100 - $85,287