job id-18-1663
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
• Supervises Special Education Program; Helps identify students who will participate in the program through coordination and evaluation of testing; Completes intake process for referrals and identified applicants; Monitors success of program through surveying parents and other techniques;
• Ensures compliance with all federal, state and local requirements regarding the education of students with disabilities;
• Completes and submits all reports required by local, state and federal authorities;
• Manages Special Education Support Staff;
• Contracts with qualified personnel to provide Related Services to students with disabilities;
• Provides training to regular and special education staff regarding the provision of special education services;
• Demonstrates knowledge of innovative and researched-based methodologies used to instruct students with disabilities in virtual environment;
• Supports and engages learners’ families by responding to their concerns in a timely manner, through regular communication; Connects them to statewide/community resources; Maintains regular office hours and schedules appointments as needed to assist students and parents with additional concerns/questions;
• Participates as District Representative on Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Team Meetings;
• Attends conferences/workshops/trainings regarding students with disabilities;
• Works with Academic Administrators to implement Response to Intervention program;
• Acts as school-wide 504 Coordinator providing support and training to Academic Administrators and Administrative Designees on 504 procedures/processes.
Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies.
• Adaptability/Flexibility: Adapts to change, is open to new ideas, takes on new responsibilities, handles pressure, and adjusts plans to meet changing needs.
• Integrity/Ethics: Deals with others in a straightforward and honest manner, is accountable for actions, maintains confidentiality, supports company values, and conveys good news and bad.
• Teamwork: Meets all team deadlines and responsibilities, listens to others and values opinions, helps team leader to meet goals, welcomes newcomers and promotes a team atmosphere.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Directly supervises 12-15 Full-Time Equivalents (FTEs). Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable state and federal laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Requirements
K12 is a Federal Contractor, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, , national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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