Special Education Department Chair

• Leads and/or participates in the Special Education Department, Professional Learning Teams (PLTs), Building Referral Team, Special Education District Leadership Team (SE DLT), Building and District Leadership Teams.

Leadership and Program Administration

• Provide leadership in the design, implementation, and evaluation of high-quality special education programs aligned with district goals and state/federal mandates
• Ensure compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Section 504, and all state and federal statutes related to special education
• Serve as the LEA representative in IEP annual reviews and reevaluations; ensure IEPs are developed, written, and implemented with fidelity
• Oversee the evaluation, placement, and provision of services for students with disabilities across all service delivery models
• Facilitate implementation of Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and Behaviour Intervention Plans (BIP) and ensure staff training and compliance
• Develop and implement department procedures for documentation, progress monitoring, and legal compliance
• Collaborate with district leadership to ensure consistent application of special education policies and procedures across all schools

Instructional Leadership

• Ensure fidelity of Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) across instructional, resource, and SEL classrooms
• Promote inclusive practices that increase student participation in the general education environment
• Lead the development, alignment, and evaluation of curriculum and instructional resources for special education courses and interventions
• Oversee implementation of data-driven instructional practices that improve student achievement and growth
• Support the development of course syllabi, grading practices, and progress reporting to ensure alignment with district standards
• Participate in the course selection process, ensuring appropriate student placement and support

Supervision and Evaluation

• Supervise and evaluate certified, non-certified, and support staff within the Special Education Department
• Provide ongoing feedback, coaching, and professional development to promote instructional excellence and compliance
• Develop and manage teacher and teaching assistant (TA) daily schedules, ensuring efficient service delivery
• Coordinate substitute coverage and assist with personnel support within the department
• Oversee the utilization and assignment of Teaching Assistant resources to align with student needs and IEP requirements

Student Services and Support

• Facilitate collaborative problem-solving related to student services and supports, applying data-based decision-making to improve outcomes
• Oversee implementation of evacuation and personal care plans for students requiring specialised assistance
• Ensure high-quality service delivery from related service providers (speech-language, social work, psychology, OT/PT as applicable)
• Monitor student progress, behaviour, and outcomes through data collection and analysis
• Collaborate with building and district teams on referrals, interventions, and out-of-district placements when appropriate

Professional Learning and Collaboration

• Lead Professional Learning Teams (PLTs) within the Special Education Department to promote collaboration, reflection, and continuous improvement
• Facilitate department meetings, building referral discussions, and ongoing training related to compliance, instruction, and inclusion
• Collaborate with the Special Education District Leadership Team (SE DLT) to ensure consistency in district-wide practices and compliance
• Participate actively in Building and Leadership teams to align special education with broader school initiatives

Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Board of Education, Superintendent, and…