Assistant Principal Of Specialized Services

Job Description Job Description Position Summary: Reporting to the Principal, the Assistant Principal of Specialized Services oversees all aspects of special education programming while serving as a general leader of the school and works closely with the Principal and Administration Team to build and maintain a positive safe school culture and climate.

The APSS ensures compliance with laws, codes, and regulations related to special education in the state of Pennsylvania. Essential Accountabilities: · Responsible for overseeing all Special Education matters. Conduit for all special education matters, implementing policy changes and legal initiatives. · Monitors staff instructional materials and technology to ensure they are compliant with IEP requirements.

Disseminates and recommends instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing instructional goals. · Assists Special Education teachers in developing individualized instructional plans and in the use of criterion referenced testing. · Maintains and updates special education programs to ensure that curriculum is responsive to student needs. · Monitors and supports the identification, analysis and application of research findings. · Engages in and facilitates research and evaluation to determine the effectiveness of current-practice special education programs and to identify potential programs to meet documented needs at Northwood. · Participates in IEP meetings as LEA (on and off site). Reviews and/or edits IEPs for finalization. · Supervisor of Lead Case Manager, Special Education teachers, EL Coordinator, and School Psychologist. Oversees IEP related services staff and consultants (physical, occupational and speech therapists/behavior specialist, 1:1 staff, PCAs, etc.). · Supports Special Education teachers and Principals on Special Education specific issues. · Collaborates with the Care and Culture Teams around sensitive and behavioral issues. · Establishes appropriate and effective techniques for community and parent involvement. · Provides oversight to the EL Coordinator to ensure the EL program runs smoothly and maintains compliance. · Maintains confidentiality and an open line of communication with students, parents, school administration, and colleagues. · Arranges and monitors APS placements and facilitates least restrictive environment placement of students requiring placement. · Coordinate and develop 504 plans for students requiring those services. · Oversees all federal, state and local mandated reporting. · Coordinates and oversees all aspects of standardized testing (PSSA, ACCESS, Keystone). · Attends annual state-sponsored special education leadership conference. · Participates in district and state level trainings and meetings related to Special Education compliance and best practices. · Monitors compliance and/or renewal preparation. · Collaborates with Principals, Assistant Principals, School Social Workers and School Nurse to serve students in need, beyond the teacher’s classroom expertise. · Maintains contact and contracts with outside agencies. o IEP students: physical, occupational, speech and behavioral/personnel therapists. o Social Services agency. · Monthly Board reporting. · Tracks Evaluation queue and Re-evaluations. · Oversees the Extended School Year summer program. · Monitors and prepares documentation requirements for the high school application process for students receiving special education services (LeGare file preparation, transition planning). · Prepares for Special Education Cyclical Monitoring (every 6 years). · Provides compliance documentation to the Compliance Coordinator for SPED and EL programs. Education/Experience: · Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree preferred. · Supervisory Pennsylvania Certification and at least 3-5 years experience as a supervisor. · Experience in at least one area of special education.

Qualifications: · Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignment without direct supervision. · Ability to keep and maintain accurate records and to meet deadlines. · Effective written and verbal communication skills. Working Conditions: Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature, and air quality.

Interruptions of work are routine. May be stressful given individual circumstances. Physical Requirements:

Sitting, standing, lifting, and carrying (up to 25 pounds), reaching, squatting, climbing stairs, and kneeling may be required. Company Description Since 2005, Northwood is a comprehensive learning sanctuary that educates and supports the whole child. We are a high-performing K-8 public charter school in the Frankford section of Philadelphia serving 800 students with a staff of 75 dedicated professionals.

Company Description Since 2005, Northwood is a comprehensive learning sanctuary that educates and supports the whole child. We are a high-performing K-8 public charter school in the Frankford section of Philadelphia serving 800 students with a staff of 75 dedicated professionals.