Assistant Director of Special Education
Wenatchee School District - Wenatchee, Washington
POSITION: #073-ADM-03-23: Assistant Director of Special Education
Special Education Department
8.0 hours per day/260 days per year
Salary: $120,072 - $138,243 per year
*Position begins July 1, 2023
SUMMARY: Assist in the organization, administration and supervision of the Special Education Program. Assist in the development and coordination for all Special Education classrooms, with a primary focus on secondary curriculum to ensure continuity within the district.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinate/obtain materials for secondary classroom teachers. Organize Special Education Parent Advocacy Council meetings and events. Coordinate weekly meetings of department psychologists and monthly meetings of itinerant staff. Assist in planning and conducting effective in-service programs for all certificated Special Education staff, building principals and classroom teachers. Assist in training of building staff in Special Education processes. Serve as a resource for interpretation of rules and regulations governing programs for students with disabilities. Coordinate with Special Education staff, building principals, and Special Education teachers a planned program for students with disabilities. Supervise the identification, placement and transition process for the department. Coordinate the delivery of support services to students with disabilities. Act as district designee at IEP/MDT meetings. Coordinate the department’s Extended School Year Program. Maintain/update the Procedures Manual and work with the department secretarial staff on district forms/records. Coordinate with building principals for supervision of district Special Education staff and Special Education programming. Deep understanding of Special Education Law. Other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands: The environmental factors described here are representative of those that may be present in the workplace while the employee performs the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position may require working with a diverse group of individuals. This position may require working with students of all ages as well as parents and staff. Employees in this position may encounter stressful situations where a professional attitude will be required. Multi-tasking is essential as deadlines and frequent interruptions are common. Employees in this position may encounter prolonged sitting.
QUALIFICATIONS: Valid Washington State Program Administrator or Principal Credential. Knowledge of Special Education due process and regulations. Demonstrated organization, leadership and group process skills. Ability to work as a team player. Attendance and punctuality are important in this position.
PROCEDURE: Go to our website at: wenatcheeschools.org click on Employment then follow instructions.
SCHEDULE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED.
BENEFITS: Health insurance benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and long term disability plans through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).
https://www.wenatcheeschools.org/hr/health-benefits
Paid leave benefits include 12 days of sick leave, 14 holidays, 11 responsibility days, 3 personal leave days and 25 vacation days.
https://www.wenatcheeschools.org/hr/collective-bargaining-agreements
Other benefits include $3,000 annually for professional growth and development, transportation allowance of $100-$150/month and cell phone stipend of $150/month.
Benefits may be prorated based upon date of hire.
Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: The recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility prior to working.
Disclosure Statement and Record Check: Pursuant to Chapter 486, Washington Laws of 1987, the recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating whether he or she has been convicted of crimes against persons listed in the law. In addition, a background check, based on fingerprints, will be requested from the Washington State Patrol & FBI. Employment is conditional based upon completion of the record check.
The Wenatchee School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This holds true for all staff and for students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular school activities. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator, Kelly Lopez, 509-663-8161, lopez.k@wenatcheeschools.org; and Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator, Kory Kalahar, 509-663-8161, kalahar.k@wenatcheeschools.org. 235 Sunset Ave, Wenatchee WA, 98801.
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