Special Education Chairperson

Chelmsford Public Schools Special Education Department - Chelmsford, MassachusettsSpecial Education Chairperson Job ID : 4703358Application Deadline : Posted until filledPosted : Jul 3, 2024Starting Date : To Be DeterminedJob Description Chelmsford Public School is now accepting applications for the position of : Special Education ChairpersonLocation : Various Schools Elementary & Middle School LevelsReports to : Director of Student ServicesQualifications : Master’s Degree, with specialization in special educationMassachusetts DESE License as an administrator Special Education is preferredAt least five years of successful teaching and / or administrative experienceDepth of knowledge regarding special education laws, regulations, processes and proceduresStrong interpersonal and written / oral communication skills enabling information sharing and the development of trusting relationships with parents, staff, outside evaluators, advocates and administratorsSkill in interpreting assessments and determining educational interventions in response to a learning profileDemonstrated skill in meeting facilitation, case management, communication and pedagogyDemonstrated ability to effectively manage the special education referral and team processExperience supervising and evaluating staff is strongly preferredTeaching or other special education service skill that will benefit the districtResponsibilities : Manage special education eligibility process, including chairing team meetings and case managementEnsure IEPs meet all regulatory and district standards, are written to reflect best practice, reflect high quality programming and are implemented with integrityWork with building-based teams to develop and implement efficient and effective service delivery models reflecting best practiceManage complex and challenging cases, by maintaining effective parent, staff, advocate and outside evaluator contactWork 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 staffIdentify and request authorization from the Director of Student Services for any service not provided by Chelmsford Public SchoolsObserve, supervise and evaluate special education teachers and related service providers ensuring high quality special education service deliverySupervise special education support staff, including Special Education Paraprofessional StaffParticipate in and contribute to student support team meetingsPlan for and contribute to effective transitions for students and their familiesWork with other special education chairpersons to insure consistency, cohesion and coordination of practices across the districtAny 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 developmentTerms of Employment : 12 Months; Salary and terms are in accordance with the Chelmsford’s Administrator Association Collective Bargaining Agreement.Position Type : Full-timePositions Available : 1Job Categories : Administrator >

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Pupil PersonnelJob Requirements DESE license as Supervisor / Director or Administrator of Special Education required.Citizenship, residency or work visa requiredApplication Questions The employer requires all applicants to answer the following questions. It is recommended that you type any essays in a word processing program, save them, and then paste them on the proceeding job application page.1. Please describe how this position aligns with your professional goals.Short Essay (Answer limited to 600 characters, including spaces)Contact Information Amy Reese, Director of Student Support Services230 North RoadChelmsford, Massachusetts 01824Phone : 978 251 5100Fax : 978-251-5110Email : Reesea@chelmsford.k12.ma.us#J-18808-Ljbffr