Job Title:  Special Programs Coordinator                           

Reports to:  Superintendent

Dept./School:  Central Office

Primary Purpose:

In collaboration with other central office and campus leaders, the Director of Special Programs shall facilitate programs, activities, and systems that support the educational process of students and staff.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Master’s degree in an Education, Educational Administration, or related educational field, required.  Certified T-TESS appraiser, required.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of Bilingual/ESL State and federal program requirements

Knowledge of Gifted and Talented State requirements and instructional methodologies

Knowledge of program requirements related to State Compensatory Education

Knowledge of Dyslexia instruction and programming

Knowledge of current curricular and instructional strategies, particularly in early literacy

Knowledge of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support and early intervention programs

Knowledge of behavior and support programs

Ability to evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness

Ability to manage budget and programs

Strong organizational skills

Experience:

Three years’ experience as a classroom teacher, required.

Texas Mid-Management or Principalship certification, required.

Five years’ experience as a campus and/or central office administrator, preferred.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional and Program Management

1. Develops, implements, monitors, evaluates, and refines all programs, activities, curriculum, instruction, and services related to gifted and talented education, bilingual education and compensatory education, and behavioral and mental health support.
2. Serves as the District’s coordinator of at-risk, gifted education, and bilingual/ESL programs.

1. Assists with summer program development and implementation in areas of supervision.

1. Gathers attendance, dropout rates, discipline statistics, failure rates and assessments of at-risk, ESL, bilingual, and gifted students and work with principals, parents, and students to improve student achievement.  

Administrative Management

1. Completes and submits grant applications and compliance reports for instructional programs to include Title and state-funded programs.

1. Conducts reviews of the following and implements changes to ensure compliance: Title, State Compensatory Education, Gifted and Talented, Bilingual/ESL,

1. Compiles and administers State and federal grant budgets based on program needs and program requirements.

1. Works cooperatively with the business office on State and federal grant finance reporting requirements.

Organizational Climate

1. Actively supports the efforts of others.

1. Provides for two-way communication with supervisor, fellow directors, principals, teachers staff, parents, and community.

1. Keeps supervisor and fellow directors abreast of decisions, plans, and actions within the scope of the job.  

School/Community Relations

1. Effectively communicates the District’s vision, mission, and instructional philosophy to all stakeholders, including community.

1. Demonstrates an awareness of District and community needs and initiates activities to meet the needs.

1. Initiates campus and district activities to encourage community and parental

Professional Growth and Development

1. Assists with the planning and implementation of staff development activities that incorporate the mission of the District, program evaluation outcomes, and input from staff.

1. Assists with K-12 District initiatives regarding professional learning.

1. Assists with securing consultants, specialists, and other community resources to assist principals and instructional staff attain achievement and leadership objectives.

1. Seeks training opportunities aligned with the District improvement plan to facilitate ongoing effective instructional practices.

1. Accepts other job-related duties that are assigned as opportunities for professional growth and learning.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervises Gifted and Talented, Bilingual/ESL Programs, Dyslexia, Intervention Programs, Behavior Programs, and Federal Programs.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent prolonged and irregular hours.