Assistant Director of Special Education at Newton Public Schools

Reports to:

Director of Elementary Special Education

GENERAL DESCRIPTION (1-3 LINES DESCRIBING ROLE):

The Assistant Director of Special Education provides special education leadership, including overall insight of staff, and implementation of federal and state laws and regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree or higher in education administration or related field
• Massachusetts DESE licensure as an Administrator and Special Educator
• Five or more years of experience as an administrator
• Thorough understanding of achievement assessments and ability to administer and/or interpret them
• Ability to effectively supervise, evaluate, coach and mentor employees
• Ability to handle multitude of varying and complex issues
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to use technology effectively
• Demonstrated organizational skills

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience supervising
• Experience working in a large school district

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES (NOT LIMITED TO):

• Organize, supervise and evaluate special education staff members

• Supervise the development of individual education programs for special education students

• Attend special education meetings and the Special Education Parent Advisory Council

• Assist the department head in the handing of day-to-day problems that arise within the department

• Assist in scheduling special education supports

• Assist in scheduling special education meetings

• Monitor and provide appropriate consultation services for the department

• Other duties as needed

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

      Date Updated: 3/8/16

Newton Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Newton Public Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other class as protected by law.  The Newton Public Schools places a high value on diversity and active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and staff. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the district human resources office.