Special Education Supervisor- High Schools

The Special Education Supervisor is responsible for providing instructional and programmatic leadership to ensure the delivery of high-quality special education programming and services to students in assigned schools. The Special Education Supervisor works collaboratively with the High School Special Education Coordinator, building-level administration, and support staff to assist with day-to-day support of special education students. 

• This is a 261 day a year position. 
• Salary range: $90,000-$100,000 depending on qualifications.  Salary will be prorated to the start date.  

WHAT YOU’LL LIKE ABOUT US:

• Comprehensive and affordable benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 403(b) Plan & matching
• HRA
• See ISD194 2024-2025 Employee Benefits Guide at www.isd194.org.

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties:

1. Support special education staff in assigned schools in the selection, implementation and evaluation of evidence-based and evidence-informed instructional practices; assist IEP teams to develop and implement high quality, standards-based special education services that result in meaningful student outcomes.  
2. Support classroom teachers and special education teachers in IEP implementation, instructional leadership for co-teaching, and resolving classroom academic issues and behavioral concerns.  Lead professional development on topics, trends and best practices in special education.
3. As assigned by the High School Special Education Coordinator, a building administrator, or the Director of Special Services, serve as a district representative at IEP meetings for students in assigned schools and/or served outside the district. 
4. Serve as a resource to staff in assigned schools  in the areas of positive behavior supports and crisis prevention and intervention; support staff, parents, and administrators in the consistent use of  evidence-based strategies to develop student social-emotional skills and reduce challenging behaviors 
5. Be an active participant of the school/district threat assessment team. Engage in and/or lead the process and procedures of student threat assessments including the ongoing management and support of the student who is demonstrating concerning behaviors.
6. In collaboration with the High School Special Education Coordinator and building-level Administration, provide day-to-day support of special education students including: 

•        Assisting with student discipline issues
•        Creating student schedules
•        Being aware of student attendance and truancy information
•        Writing custom graduation plans when deemed appropriate by the IEP team
•        Serving as contact person for and facilitating needs of students programmed outside the district (eg. 917 transportation, 917 graduation diplomas, transitions in/out of ISD194, etc.) 

7. Employ data-informed decision-making techniques to drive student improvement, know how to locate, analyze, interpret and present data to various stakeholders in assigned schools. 
8. Facilitate collaborative relationships among parents, school personnel, and representatives of other agencies and organizations.  
9. Collect building-level data to assist the High School Special Education Coordinator and Director of Special Services in the development of annual staffing plans. 
10. As directed by the High School Special Education Coordinator, coordinate/facilitate special education department meetings, model effective and positive problem-solving skills and foster collaborative communication between parties.  
11. Collaborate with building administrators regarding the work of non-licensed special education staff including: assignments/scheduling, role responsibilities, service delivery models, best practices, professional development and performance evaluation.
12. Transport self among District facilities, other educational sites, and regional/state meetings as necessary.
13. Maintain accessibility to the High School Special Education Coordinator and Director of Special Services via cell phone and/or email during the workday. 
14. Perform other duties as needed or assigned by the High School Special Education Coordinator or Director of Special Services

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

1. Preference to candidates with a current Minnesota Director of Special Education license, or enrolled in coursework towards licensure.
2. Master’s degree in Special Education field.
3. Two or more years of experience developing, implementing and evaluating special programs and working with students with low incidence disabilities.
4. Group facilitation and conflict resolution training and experience.
5. Experience with general education curriculum and differentiated instruction at the grade levels in assigned school(s).
6. Experience training and coaching special educators in the implementation of evidence-based strategies aligned to IEP needs.
7. Ability to establish collaborative relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
8. Ability to use vocal communication to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word and convey details or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly.
9. Ability to see things up close and at a distance, adjust focus, and use depth perception/color perception/peripheral vision.
10. Ability to hear, to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communication and/or to make fine distinctions in sound.
11. Strong written communications skills.
12. Valid Minnesota driver’s license without restrictions.
13. Ability to use a variety of digital devices and office equipment to efficiently complete job duties.
14. Google Suite experience preferred.

For full description see attachment.

Internal and External applicants apply online https://phl.applitrack.com/isd194/onlineapp/

ISD 194 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND SUPPORTS WORKFORCE DIVERSITY