Program Manager - Psychological and Speech Services

Program Manager - Psychological and Speech Services

Muscogee County Public Education Center, Columbus, Georgia. The Muscogee County School District is a diverse organization with over 6,000 employees and offers opportunities across many roles.

Join the district's "Creating We" initiative in an environment that values unique experiences and perspectives. We recognize that employees bring a wealth of experience beyond technical requirements; diversity of experience and passion drive innovation and excellence. Applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.

Job : 5824248

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Starting Date: Immediately

Salary: Teacher Salary Schedule

Work Days: 240

Location: Muscogee County Public Education Center (MCPEC)

Reports To: Executive Director – Program for Exceptional Students

Full Time

The Program Manager for Psychological and Speech Services leads, coordinates, supervises, and oversees psychological and speech-language services within the Program for Exceptional Students. The role collaborates with School Psychologists, Speech‑Language Pathologists, administrators, and other educators to ensure evaluations, interventions, and related services are delivered consistently and comply with district procedures, state, and federal regulations. Responsibilities include planning, implementation, and monitoring of services, alignment with MTSS and IDEA, providing professional development, technical assistance, consultation, supporting compliance, fostering continuous improvement, and ensuring equitable access to educational opportunities.

• Schedules and coordinates district office coverage to support the review of incoming students, conduct parent conferences, and participate in required meetings.
• Plans, organizes, and monitors professional learning opportunities to strengthen staff knowledge, skills, and overall effectiveness.
• Collaborates with district administrators and cross‑departmental teams to improve staff performance and ensure program goals and outcomes are achieved.
• Facilitates team processes and peer‑review activities to maintain high standards of practice and maximize staff performance.
• Ensures adherence to all district, state, and federal policies, procedures, and regulations to maintain legal and procedural compliance.
• Assigns responsibilities equitably by considering staff expertise, available resources, and school‑specific needs to optimize services and support high‑quality programs for students with disabilities.
• Collaborates with the Executive Director, Director, Program for Exceptional Students (PES) Program Managers, Coordinators, Specialists, School Psychologists, and Speech‑Language Pathologists to ensure the provision of high‑quality services in both in‑person and virtual settings.
• Participates in personnel selection and hiring processes in collaboration with the Director, supports leadership development, and assists with performance management and separation procedures.
• Monitors and ensures timely and appropriate consideration of IDEA eligibility determinations to support compliance with federal requirements.
• Develops, maintains, and monitors accountability measures and tracking systems to support program oversight and legal compliance.
• Provides consultation to school personnel, district staff, and families regarding educational, behavioral, and psychological concerns to ensure students receive appropriate supports and services.
• Assists in the oversight and monitoring of Section 504, MTSS, and SST processes and related data to ensure effective implementation and compliance.
• Collaborates with the district Crisis Intervention Team to coordinate support and services for students experiencing crises or requiring intensive intervention.
• Supports district initiatives related to mental health, Section 504 compliance, MTSS/SST implementation, data‑based problem solving, and evidence‑based psychological and educational practices at the student, classroom, school, and district levels.
• Promotes the consistent and effective implementation…