Primary Purpose
Provide overall leadership and direction for the development, planning, programming and implementation of supports and services for students in the programs contained within the special services department. Significant communication with campus administrators will be expected in order to implement instructional and behavioral services to students and to monitor and oversee any supports needed on the campus to address the needs. Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek ISD.
Qualifications
Education/Certification/Licensure
Master's degree in education from an accredited college or university
Valid Special Education certificate preferred
Texas mid-management/principal or other appropriate Texas Certification or Licensure
State Appraisal System training certification preferred
Special Knowledge/Skills
Knowledge of special education/504 laws to maintain district-wide compliance
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Ability to coordinate district functions
Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data
Strong communication, public rations, and interpersonal skills
Ability to think critically and systematically problem solve
Experience
Three years teaching in a special services classrooms preferred
Campus administrator or district special services experience preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties
- Plan, implement, and evaluate instructional programs (including learning objectives, instructional strategies, and assessment techniques) with teachers, staff, counselors, diagnosticians, principals, etc.
- Provide overall leadership and direction for the development, planning, implementation, policy and evaluation of the District's special services programs.
- Direct instructional and curriculum services to meet students' individual needs.
- Apply research and data to improve the content, sequence, and outcomes of the teaching/learning process.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive strategic plan for special services programs.
- Coordinate and monitor special services classrooms to ensure consistency and continuity throughout the district.
- Work with appropriate staff to develop, maintain, and revise curriculum.
- Document IEP and ARD process based on systematic review and analysis.
- Involve staff in evaluating and selecting materials to meet student learning needs.
- Ensure the use of technology in the teaching-learning process.
- Plan the necessary time, resources, and materials to support accomplishment of education goals.
- Ensure that district goals and objectives are developed using collaborative processes and problem-solving techniques when appropriate.
- Participate in the district-level decision-making process to establish and review the district's goals and objectives.
- Actively support the efforts of other to achieve district goals and objectives, campus performance objectives, and academic excellence indicators.
- Actively track and monitor data sources for students.
- Serve as a liaison to transportation on issues related to the Special Services Department.
- Provide effective professional learning activities that incorporate the mission of the district, program evaluation outcomes, and input from teachers and others.
- Research and implement the policies established by federal and state law, state board of education rule, and local board policy in curriculum and instruction area.
- Compile, maintain, and present all reports, records, and other documents required.
- Compile and manage budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs and district goals.
- Prepare, review, and revise job descriptions in the Special Services Department.
- Evaluate job performance of employees to ensure effectiveness.
- Assist with the recruitment, selection, and training of personnel and make sound recommendations relative to personnel placement, assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal; assist with the implementation of the designated teacher appraisal system, possibly serve as second appraiser.
- Provide for two-way communication with principals, teachers, staff, parents, and community.
- Demonstrate skill in conflict resolution with administrators, parents, teachers, staff, and community.
- Monitor professional research and disseminate ideas and information to other professionals.
- Articulate the district's mission, instructional philosophy, and curriculum implementation strategies to the community and solicit its support in realizing district's mission.
- Demonstrate use of appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
- Manage and utilize data effectively for system process and program analysis.
- Account for the accuracy and verification of all student program data and reports;
- Implement data-driven decision making for improvement efforts based on best practices.
- Exhibit CCISD Core Values of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.
- Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek ISD.
- Stay up-to-date professionally through the selection of quality professional learning opportunities for personal growth.
- Research district policy, precedent, and current practices prior to taking action.
- Participate as an effective team member who contributes to district, department, and content goals.
- Demonstrates proficient levels of technology applications.
- Participates fully in drills and safety exercises to provide for the safety and overall emotional wellbeing of students.
- Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities.
- Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and meetings.
- Meet task completion deadlines established by supervisor.
- Maintain friendly customer-service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers.
- Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school/department are met.
- Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communication (i.e. email, written, and verbal).
- Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned.
Working Conditions
Mental Demands
Effective communication; ability to maintain emotional and professional control under stress, ability to work with frequent interruptions
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
Frequent district-wide and occasional state-wide travel; moderate walking, standing, bending, lifting, carrying; prolonged computer use and repetitive hand motions
Terms: 230 days
Pay Grade: Admin/Program 4