Assistant Director for Pupil Services - Specialized Programs

Assistant Director for Pupil Services – Specialized Programs Position Type: Administration/Director Date Posted: 5/15/2026 Location: District-wide Date Available: 07/01/2026 Closing Date: 05/29/2026 Salary Range: $177,026 - $182,026 Job Description Title: Assistant Director for Pupil Services – Specialized Programs Qualifications Valid Connecticut Teacher Certification or related area Administrative/Supervisor Connecticut 092 Certification Experience and knowledge of special education services for students with complex needs including social, emotional, behavioral challenges, intellectual disabilities, and transition Demonstrated success as an effective leader Must possess the skills and ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, supervise a wide range of programs and personnel, and engage in large‑scale program improvement Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of special education law mandates and guidelines Strong organizational, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable Reports To Director of Pupil Services Job Goal Under the direction of Director of Pupil Services, provide instructional leadership, coordination, vision, and evaluation of all aspects of the specialized programs in the Simsbury Public Schools. Provide each student serviced with a specialized program with appropriate educational, social, and behavioral supports that will enable them to reach their potential educationally, physically, and emotionally. Includes oversight and leadership for the following support services: Special Education, Social Work, School Psychology, Speech and Language, Autism Consultation, Intensive Learning Needs, Board Certified Behavior Analysts, Vocational and Transition Services, Occupational and Physical Therapy, Services for the Hearing Impaired, In‑District and Out‑of‑District Placements. Performance Responsibilities Vision Planning and Preparation In collaboration with program staff, provide the leadership necessary to ensure compliance with departmental procedures Cooperatively develop and implement the vision of district specialized programs inclusive of clear entrance and exit criteria, program handbook, and roles/responsibilities of staff in accordance with district special education policies Cooperatively develop goals, objectives, and curricula for specialized programs Cooperatively develop and implement a program for the evaluation of specialized programming Develop and present to the Director of Pupil Services annual budget information relative to projected program needs, caseloads, and staffing Provide leadership and supervision to program personnel in the management of special education cases where administrative oversight is warranted Supervise and evaluate program certified and non‑certified personnel in collaboration with the Director of Pupil Services Specialized Program Responsibilities Create and maintain a building‑wide learning environment in which students are actively engaged Provide academic instruction in functional reading, writing, and math skills for students requiring significant remediation Provide community and social instruction in a variety of natural environments Collaborate with all members of the New Path instructional and support team on an ongoing basis Collaborate with the building clinical staff to design and implement effective behavioral supports and individual intervention plans Establish routines and schedules to ensure effective collaboration with related service providers for New Path students Maintain confidentiality regarding students, except in situations requiring information to be shared Attend all PPTs and student meetings regarding any student assigned to the New Path program as well as students being considered for placement into New Path Maintain communications with parents regarding student performance and needs Establish effective vehicles of communication between home and school to ensure parent involvement in the student’s educational program and goals Maintain appropriate student progress records, individual education program and evaluation reports, and prepare pertinent reports requested by the Director of Pupil Services Related Service Supports Establish appropriate service and staffing levels for the department Design and implement professional development for administrators, certified staff, and non‑certified staff annually, aligned with district and department development plans In consultation with the psychologist/social worker or special education teacher, provide students with appropriate contracts and follow through on behavioral strategies recommended Professional Development Accept responsibility for personal professional development and growth to improve teaching, and knowledge related to instruction of students with social, emotional, behavioral disabilities, including, but not limited to, participation in related conferences and organizations Collaborate with other special education department team members to ensure compliance with departmental procedures Carries out other responsibilities as designated by the Director of Pupil Services Terms of Employment 12‑month calendar as determined by the Board of Education. Evaluation Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel and in accordance with the provisions of P.A. 74‑278 Application Process Applicants must include the following with initial letter of interest: Detailed letter of application Current resume Three written, dated references from individuals who have supervisory or first‑hand knowledge of applicant's performance Copy of Connecticut Certificate or verification of eligibility Application Deadline: May 29, 2026 Directed To: Neil Sullivan, Assistant Superintendent for Administration (View email address on click.appcast.io) Notice of Non‑Discrimination The Simsbury Board of Education will not make employment decisions (including decisions related to hiring, assignment, compensation, promotion, demotion, disciplinary action and termination) on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, alienage, ancestry, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other basis prohibited by state or federal law, except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification. #J-18808-Ljbffr Simsbury Public Schools