Boston Public Schools Boston , MA 02298
Posted 4 weeks ago
REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent of Special Education
Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OUT OF DISTRICT SCHOOLS who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, learners and leaders. This is an exciting opportunity for leaders who desire to serve where their efforts matter. In BPS, the teachers and leaders are committed to the vision of high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, the achievement of academic proficiency for all students, and the closing of the achievement gap among subgroups within the schools. BPS is a great place for those who seek to work in an environment that supports their creativity and innovation, and respects their skills and abilities as an education professional.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Assistant Director provides leadership for special education settings
Student assignments and placements
Special education enrollment and budget projections
Highly specialized strands and services
Partial and full inclusive settings and services
Culturally competent practice
Families as partners
The Assistant Director partners with other OSE leaders
Manager for Compliance and Quality Assurance
Senior Program Director for Mediation and 504
Other Assistant Directors for Schools Units
Assistant Director for Behavioral Health Services
Assistant Director for Related Services
Assistant Director for Medical Services
The Assistant Director collaborates with
Families as partners in planning and problem solving
Office of Instructional and Informational Technology
Office of Operations Transportation and Facilities Departments
Office of Family and Student Engagement
Offices of Human Capital and Labor Relations Office of Finance
Office of the Legal Advisor
Community-Based Organizations
The Assistant Director serves as:
The administrator of an OSE school unit
A member of both the OSE Senior Leadership Team and the OSE Administrators Group
A partner with the OSE Directors for School Settings, Student Services, and Compliance and Quality Assurance in planning and leading the monthly SESS Coordinator meetings
A member of the Level Cross-Functional Rapid Support Team led by the level Academic Superintendent
Partner with the Level Office Meetings, Level Principal Meetings, and Level Association Meetings
The Assistant Director arranges and/or provides professional development, guidance and support to
Principals and Headmasters
High School SESS Coordinators
Teachers, Support Service and Related Service Providers
The Assistant Director supervises
Schools Unit Supervisors
Schools Unit Clerks
Schools Unit Management Staff
The Assistant Director provides specialized leadership in at least one disability category or one area of work.
The Assistant Director performs other related duties as requested by the Executive Director of Special Education.
QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED:
Master's Degree in a related fielD
MA DESE or Board of Registration Licensure in Special Education or Related Field
MA DESE Licensure in Supervision or Administration
Three (3) years experience teaching or providing services in urban special education or related field
Experience providing leadership and supervision in urban special education or related field
Demonstrated knowledge of special education regulations and best practices
Current authorization to work in the United States
QUALIFICATIONS - PREFERRED:
Experience in special education administration and supervision
Proficiency in a language other than English
TERMS: BASAS, Group 11B, 12 months, 225 days
Please refer to www.bostonpublicschools.org/ohc (under "Employee Benefits and Policies") for more information on salary and compensation. Salaries are listed by Unions and Grade/Step.
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