Supervisor SPECIAL EDUCATION SUPERVISOR

Job Description:

2026- 2027 School Year

Bridgeport Public Schools

Human Resources Department

45 Lyon Terrace, Room 324

Bridgeport, CT 06604

POSITION OPENING

SPECIAL EDUCATION SUPERVISOR

OFFICE OF SPECIALIZED INSTRUCTION

(12 Month Position)

STEP/SALARY RANGE: -$156,159-$170,535*

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in providing leadership for the development, implementation, and evaluation of

specialized services, in conformance with federal and state standards.

• Visits schools on a regular basis to engage in supervisory and administrative activities to

promote the educational development of each special needs student, the professional

growth of district/school staff and ensure compliance with all laws, regulations and

guidelines.

• May be designated to serve as the district's designee Planning and Placement (PPT)

chairperson in the preparation of all necessary records, agendas, schedules and reports in

order to convene a PPT whereby a student requires out of district placement.

• Communicates with all stakeholders and agencies including the Department of Children

and Families (DCF), Department of Developmental Services, Surrogate Parents,

Guardians and private school staff in order to coordinate the PPT process.

• Reviews all records for students in out-of-district placements either by Bridgeport Public

Schools for education reasons or by a state agency for non-educational reasons for

designated areas.

• Visits out-of-district residential and day placements and secures information regarding

attendance patterns, suspensions and programs.

• Directs and monitors the Planning and Placement Team process.
• Assists in development of procedures for the implementation of special education laws

and regulations.

• Assists in overseeing compliance review process.
• Participates in Planning and Placement Team meetings on all levels.
• Assists with CSDE complaint/mediation/due process.
• Recommend and implement the districts policies and procedures for delivery of special

services

• Assists in managing special services administrative functions to assist principals to

maintain safe and efficient school operations with district guidelines.

• Coordinates with the Central Office staff to design and implement a staff development

program for educators of students with special needs, encompassing an annual needs

assessment and the arranging of in-service activities.

• Prepares various written documents (e.g. correspondence, reports, analyses, etc.) for the

purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information as required.

• Represents the district at local, county, and state levels in matters related to special

services.

• Represents the district within community forums for the purpose of maintaining ongoing

community support for educational goals and/or assisting with issues related to school

environment.

• Participates in administrative meetings and other such meetings, as required or

appropriate.

• Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality when dealing with student,

staff, and/or parent information

• All other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Specialized Instruction and/or

the Superintendent.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Connecticut certification as Intermediate Administrator (092).
• Certification required in Special Education (065, 165).
• Five or more years of successful teaching experience in Special Education.
• Comprehensive knowledge of state and federal laws, statutes, and regulations pertaining

to Special Education and Pupil Personnel Services.

• Demonstrated leadership in improving the planning, organization, and delivery of

specialized educational services to students, including a record of excellence in planning

and implementing student assessment strategies, interventions, and professional

development.

• Demonstrated knowledge of current trends and research in the areas of specialized

services.

• Ability to keep and maintain accurate records and to meet deadlines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with teachers, administrators, parents, and

community groups.

• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of technology for communication, reports, and

research.