Special Education Supervisor

Job Description:

The Special Education Supervisor is the on-site leader responsible for leading a team of Special Education Teachers. The Special Education supervisor ensures patient centered education is appropriately provided on an individual and group level. Provides continuous training and education on CDE standards, curriculum implementation, IEP compliance, and evaluation procedures. Oversees all development and implementation of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), Evaluations, and academic testing.

Provides classroom skills assessment, academic skills evaluation, educational programming and transition planning to day treatment patients. Provides educational counseling services and recommendations to parents regarding the educational needs of their children. Serves as liaison to patient's school district coordinator. Participates, along with clinical staff, parents, patient and receiving school personnel, in transition planning to a patient's community-based school at discharge from treatment.

Mount Saint Vincent is seeking a Special Education Supervisor to lead a dedicated team of Special Education Teachers serving children with complex educational, behavioral, and social-emotional needs. In this role, you'll join the Education Leadership Team and have the opportunity to coach educators, partner with multidisciplinary teams, strengthen instructional practices

Posting Specifics Pay Rate:
Based on Experience Shift Details:
Full-time (40 hrs/wk). Day Shift (Monday - Friday) - This is a patient facing, in-person role.

Location :
Early Learning Center at Mount St. Vincent Home (Denver area)
Additional Details:
Highly flexible, adaptable, and organized, with strong group management skills. Ability to effectively support individuals with complex behaviors and provide guidance and support to professionals who are new to the field of Special Education.

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree obtained from an accredited institution (degree will be verified)
Current Colorado teaching licensure

Special education endorsements (per Colorado licensure)
Demonstrated knowledge of the educational and curriculum processes for children with emotional and behavioral needs.

Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills

Demonstrated teaching ability

Demonstrated effective classroom management skills

Proficiency in computer applications

Positive driving motor vehicle (DMV) record, proof of current automobile insurance coverage, and a copy of a valid driver's license

Basic Life Support and First Aid within 90 days of employment

Ability to adjust work schedule based on business needs.

Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in special education obtained from an accredited institution. Education is verified.

Five years paid experience in a teaching position; at least three in special education

Demonstrated experience in an education and/or behavioral health setting

Knowledge of current state and federal education-related legislation

Bi-lingual in Spanish Essential Functions Together with Education Manager, ensures school program adheres to the Colorado Department of Education and State Licensing requirements and guidelines.

Leads a team of Special Education Teachers and Special Services (Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathologist, reading interventionist), including oversight of hiring, onboarding, training, retention, and evaluation of performance. May be required to cover in the classroom when teachers are absent or based on business need.

Expertly utilizes trauma-informed care to establish and maintain strong relationships with patients, effectively interpret behavior, and appropriately respond to meet the patient’s needs.

Ensures that educational services are delivered in a culturally sensitive manner…