Poudre School District ยท 2 hours ago
Assistant Director Integrated Services (Special Education)-Integrated Services Department
Fort Collins, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$104K/yr - $143K/yr
5+ years expPoudre School District is dedicated to affirming respect, compassion, and acceptance for all, and they are seeking an Assistant Director Integrated Services. This role provides direct support to special education and general education teachers, oversees programming for special education students, and collaborates with various stakeholders to enhance student achievement.
Education
Responsibilities
Serve as a liaison from the Integrated Services Department to schools. Collaborate with, coach, and educate special education teams in developing appropriate opportunities for students with disabilities. Provide Early Childhood, Elementary and Secondary program support
Ensure quality transition programing for students by reviewing and evaluating documents, Individual Education Plans and behavior plans in accordance with district procedures, state rules and federal regulations
Serve as a liaison to parents of students in special education programs
Assist in supervision of coaches and other Integrated Services staff; Assist Director in personnel matters
Oversee all out of District placements working directly with facilities that support Special Education students
Conduct evaluations for select Integrated Services staff; provide input, support and assistance to school administrators on other Integrated Services staff evaluations
Assist in student counts, program accountability, and data collection and analysis
Conduct manifestation determinations
Assist in the management of some budget areas including grant oversight and assist with staffing process related to out of district students with disabilities
Work collaboratively with outside agencies
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree in special education with successful completion of an administrator license program required
Five years of special education-related experience required
Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable
Criminal background check required for hire
Valid Colorado driver's license
Thorough knowledge of special education programs
Thorough knowledge of IDEA and ECEA
Facilitation and conflict resolution skills
Knowledge of No Child Left Behind federal regulations/mandates
Knowledge of current PSD vision, mission, Unified Improvement Plan, Board Ends
A belief that all students are capable of learning
Human relation skills
Oral and written communication skills
Ability to set high standards and achieve them
Ability to show respect and sensitivity to individual needs/concerns
Ability to protect and maintain student confidentiality
Demonstrate concern for student health and safety
Ability to effectively communicate with leadership, staff, parents and students
Ability to frequently travel among district facility locations
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability and willingness to adhere to attendance requirements, including regular and punctual employee presence
Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent policies and building and department procedures
Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator
Preferred
Colorado Director of Special Education License preferred
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
PERA retirement
Paid time off
Short and long term disability
Other optional benefit elections
Company
Poudre School District
Poudre School District provides early childhood programs and specialized schools in elementary, middle, and high schools.
1001-5000 employees
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2023-06-14Grant
Leadership Team
Jeff Connell
Chief Operating Officer
Erich WonSavage
Chief Human Resources Officer
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