Dean for Special Education, 200 days- Instruction

Dean for Special Education, 200 days‑Instruction Jefferson County Schools – Jefferson High – Shenandoah Junction, West Virginia Starting Date: Aug 10, 2026 Job Summary: The Dean of Special Education serves as a school‑based special education leader providing direct support to students, families, teachers, and administrators. This role ensures high‑quality instructional programming, legal compliance, and effective implementation of district policies related to special education (IDEA, Section 504, ESSA, and WVDE Policy 2419). The Dean works in partnership with the principal and district special education leadership to strengthen schoolwide systems, enhance inclusive practices, monitor compliance, and support improved outcomes for students with disabilities. Performance Responsibilities Oversee daily operations of the school’s special education programs, including resource, self‑contained, inclusion, and related services scheduling. Collaborate with the principal to allocate support staff, paraprofessionals, and special educators efficiently. Provide guidance to teachers on instructional strategies, behavior supports, MTSS implementation, accommodations, and modifications. Ensure alignment with district initiatives and support schoolwide strategic planning for students with disabilities. Monitor all special education and Section 504 documentation (IEPs, eligibility reports, re‑evaluations, progress reporting) for accuracy and timeliness. Facilitate or co‑facilitate IEP and 504 meetings, ensuring procedural and legal compliance. Maintain building‑level audit systems for compliance with IDEA, WV Policy 2419, and district procedures. Support implementation of behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and conduct manifestation determination reviews. Ensure that accommodations and modifications are being implemented with fidelity across all content areas. Provide instructional coaching, technical assistance, and real‑time problem‑solving support to special educators and general educators. Deliver or coordinate professional development related to: IEP development Specific disability categories Behavior supports Data collection Inclusive practices and co‑teaching Support onboarding and ongoing mentorship for new teachers and paraprofessionals. Serve as a primary point of contact for families regarding special education programming, services, and supports. Collaborate with families to address concerns, resolve conflicts, and promote strong school–home partnerships. Work with the school counselor, social worker, and mental health providers to coordinate wraparound services. Monitor student achievement, progress on IEP goals, and discipline data for students with disabilities. Collaborate with district office to analyze trends and set building‑level improvement goals. Use data to inform interventions, staff coaching, and program adjustments. Serve as a school‑level liaison for the Special Education Department. Participate in district professional learning communities, compliance reviews, and program evaluations. Assist in coordinating related services (speech, OT/PT, mental health, BCBA/behavior supports). Support the principal with school‑level operations, including crisis response, attendance initiatives, student supervision, discipline aligned to BIPs and manifestation determinations, and implementation of schoolwide systems as appropriate. Participate in building leadership teams, safety planning, and data review committees. Perform any additional administrative duties assigned by the building principal. Qualifications Master’s Degree Completion of the WV Evaluation Leadership Institute Minimum three years successful teaching experience Knowledgeable in school curriculum Knowledgeable in County, State, and Federal policies Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and effectively with others and as a member of an educational team Effective written and oral communication skills Strong communication and collaboration skills, especially in high‑stakes or emotionally complex situations Ability to coach adults, facilitate meetings, and support conflict resolution Strong organizational skills with ability to manage deadlines and multiple responsibilities Maintain or upgrade skills by working toward self‑improvement, reacting favorably to constructive criticism, and attending in‑service training and available workshops Physical/Mental Requirements The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees may frequently reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, write, talk, hear, see, use technology such as computers and multimedia equipment, and perform repetitive motions. Employees may frequently lift and/or move at least 10 pounds of materials. Vision requirements include reading handwritten or typed material and adjusting focusing. Employees must meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff members. They must be able to support crisis situations, classroom observations, and student needs. Adaptability to changing conditions, including evolving state or federal requirements and instructional priorities, is required. Employees must manage work‑related stress associated with accountability systems. Work Environment The work environment is primarily indoors with occasional outdoor recess, supervision of outdoor activities, athletics, and field trips. Noise levels are low to moderate (20‑60 dB) except in gymnasiums, outdoor athletic fields, and vocational/technical laboratories (60‑90 dB). The environment requires frequent interaction with students, staff, and families. Occasional evening events, IEP meetings, and district trainings may be required. The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties may be performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee. #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education