Special Education Supervisor

REPORTS TO:

• Assistant Superintendent for Pupil Personnel Services

PRIMARY PURPOSES:

• Supervision and support of all special education and related services staff

• Chairing committee on special education meetings

SPECIFIC SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of modern theories, principles, and practices in general and special education

• Personnel administration at the department level

• Ability to acquire familiarity with the laws, policies, practices, and functions of the building and district ingenuity and resourcefulness in addressing problems

• Knowledge of CSE process and procedure

• Develop and monitor the implementation of all Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)

• Ability to plan and supervise the work of others; work in a collaborative, collegial manner; tact; courtesy; good judgment; ability to present written and oral reports and recommendations clearly and concisely

• Ability to gain rapport and confidence of all segments of the school community

• Assist in the selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of instructional staff

• Provide training on all aspects of special education services to general and special education teachers.

• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with principals, teachers, staff, parents and community members

• Perform other tasks and assume responsibilities as may be assigned by the Superintendent of Schools and/or the Assistant Superintendent for Pupil Personnel Services.