Supervisor- Learning Department; Anticipated position

Responsibilities

• Reports to the Executive Officer of Special Education & Related Services
• Supervise the special education process to ensure compliance.
• Knowledge and experience working with out of district special education programs.
• Act as a liaison between the Springfield Public Schools and other private and public schools in the transition and support of children with disabilities.
• Keep informed of all legal requirements governing special education and the status of services available to students with special needs.
• Assist in providing leadership and mentoring in the establishment of new programs and initiatives for children with disabilities through professional development to staff and families.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Executive Officer of Special Education & Related Services
• Supervise, mentors and evaluates district Evaluation Team Leaders.
• Collaborates with school administrators, special education teams, and families to develop and review IEPS for exceptional learners.

• A master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Licensed as a Special Education Administrator by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education.
• Three to five years of successful teaching experience in the areas of special education.
• Demonstrated knowledge of IDEA 2004 and 603.CMR 28.00.
• Demonstrated knowledge in best practices in meeting the needs of all children with disabilities.

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