High School Special Education Director

About the Employer

Director of Special Education - High School

Position Summary

Working from one of our Family Service Centers, the Director of Special Education will ensure the continuity of CCA goals and vision as it pertains to providing special education and related services to the learners of CCA. The Director of Special Education will support the assigned focus area as designed with appropriate guidance pertaining to special education learners.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Supervision

Provide leadership, supervision, and direction to staff working with special education learners within their respective focus area and region. Participate directly in IEP meetings, consultations with parents and staff, and other special education for individual learners.

Collaboration and Communication

Work collaboratively with administration to provide insight and points of escalation for enrolling learners and recommendations regarding placement and services in CCA. Consult and collaborate with federal, state, and local officials, public and private partners, and community members to improve the school's special education program. Serve as a key representative of the school in external communications and outreach activities relative to special education services.

Program Development and Implementation

Develop and work collaboratively with CCA leadership, special education professionals, and other school staff to set the direction and hold staff accountable to overall departmental goals and priorities. Provide guidance, insight, and accountability provisions for staff to provide the most appropriate, effective, and individualized approach to special education to our learners.

Compliance and Operations

Ensure full compliance with all state and federal laws and regulations as it pertains to individuals with IEPs. Periodically monitor and audit paperwork to ensure full compliance with CCA processes and timelines. Emulate all CCA processes, forms, and protocols for special education learners and perpetually provide recommendations for improvements that can be implemented throughout all of CCA.

Professional Development and Training

Participate in the development and delivery of staff and parent professional development, trainings, and information sessions.

Requirements

Education

Master's degree in Education, Special Education, or related area. Pennsylvania Special Education Supervisor's Certificate; Pennsylvania Principal Certificate; or, Pennsylvania Superintendent Letter of Eligibility or Commission Qualification Letter.

Experience

Expertise in special education law and compliance. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Customer-focused approach. High degree of flexibility. Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment. Technologically proficient (especially with Microsoft Office products).

Additional Requirements

Occasional travel. Experience in policy (Idea) and/or administration with special education.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. Physical demands are largely sedentary, but the ability to lift, squat, sit, bend, or stand as necessary is required.

Position Type

Full-time
Exempt

Salary

Travel
Travel will be required for this position.

Required Education and Experience

Master's in Education, Special Education, or related area.
Supervisor of Special Education Certification or Principal Certification in PA.
2 years of relevant work experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

5 years of experience in special education and/or administration.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Valid PA Driver's License.
Appropriate automobile insurance coverage.

Note

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Commonwealth Charter Academy is an equal opportunity employment, educational, and service organization.