Special Education Supervisor

Special Education Director

Reports to: Director of Special Education

Job Objective: Provides teaching-learning leadership and staff support for the continuous improvement of special education services.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Holds required state department of education credentials. Job-specific program skills verified by training and/or work experience. Ability to develop and implement program improvements based on evaluated data and research-based best practices.
• Administrative licensure and experience with special education.
• Acts in accordance with the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators.
• Displays flexibility, reliability, self-discipline and a willingness to take on challenging tasks.
• Documents/maintains a record free of criminal violations that prohibit public school employment.
• Effective leadership, communication, problem-solving and time management skills.
• Embodies high ethical standards/integrity. Accepts responsibility for personal decisions/conduct.
• Ohio Teacher Evaluation System (OTES) credentialed evaluator status is required.

Note: Employees must obtain training and maintain skills to fulfill compliance requirements applicable to the position as required by board policy and state/federal law.

Essential Functions:

1. Professionally manages the planning, delivery and advancement of special education programs consistent with the service center mission and legal requirements. Establishes appropriate levels of employee autonomy and accountability.

• Helps implement a shared vision of learning that supports continuous measurable improvements in student participation and achievement.
• Develops a coherent strategy to accomplish concurrent responsibilities within required time frames.
• Monitors/facilitates program compliance with all pertinent laws and regulatory standards.
• Tracks data required by the state department of education and other regulatory authorities.
• Helps select highly-qualified program staff. Assists with orientation activities for new program staff.
• Assumes responsibility for the results of delegated duties. Evaluates/documents staff performance.
• Oversees enrollment/withdrawal procedures and the management of student files.
• Monitors state standards/guidelines, research-based results and school improvement priorities (e.g., curriculum alignment, data-driven continuous improvement plans, effective school management, evidence-based teaching/learning practices, positive school environments, etc.).
• Acts as a focused catalyst to help teachers utilize best practices in lesson design and classroom delivery. Coordinates the collaborative development of quantitative program improvements.
• Assesses program performance. Prepares regular written progress reports. Suggests program improvements (e.g., deployment of program resources, implementation time-frames, staffing, scheduling/time management strategies, training, etc.).
• Implements the program budget as assigned. Manages the judicious use of program resources.
• Upholds fiscal accountability standards. Prepares revenue/expense projections as requested.
• Facilitates the delivery of high quality professional development programs that increase staff competencies and confidence. Models teaching techniques/best practices. Uses a variety of strategies to help teachers improve pupil management, organizational and instructional skills (e.g., coaching, communities of practice, consultation, lesson study, mentoring, etc.).
• Selects instructional materials. Identifies teaching methods best suited to address state standards and adopted curriculum goals. Guides staff in the use of formal/informal assessment strategies to gauge student progress toward achievement benchmarks.
• Administers state-mandated testing programs. Maintains test security. Implements standardized procedures to ensure the accurate recording and timely preservation of test data.
• Uses longitudinal analysis of test results to identify emerging student needs, relationships between interventions, achievements and time forecasts for students to master expected skills.
• Assists staff with pupil management issues. Participates in student planning meetings as needed.
• Collaboratively resolves problems that impede student learning. Identifies performance gaps/trends and prioritize core performance objectives. Helps staff identify teaching techniques, interventions and aligned resources best suited for each student.
• Works with staff to monitor intervention efficacy. Recommends modifications as needed.
• Advocates for students. Facilitates full access to inclusive educational opportunities.
• Helps students make appropriate choices and improve personal skills. Encourages creativity, critical-thinking, cultural awareness, democratic values, empathy, ethical conduct and self-reliance.

1. Exemplifies professionalism to enhance NwOESC and member district public images.

• Fosters goodwill and encourages relationships that enhance public support for education.
• Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers. Functions as part of a cohesive team.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record. Provides prompt notice of delays or absences.
• Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
• Respects privacy. Resolutely maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Diligently attends to job details. Pursues quality work results. Performs all aspects of the job.

1. Maintains open/effective communications. Serves as a reliable information resource.

• Resolves issues tactfully. Uses active listening/problem-solving techniques. Respects diversity.
• Works with staff to ensure shared resources are used effectively.

1. Pursues opportunities to enhance personal performance.

• Keeps current with professional standards associated with work duties.
• Updates personal skills as needed to effectively utilize task-appropriate technology.

1. Keeps current with emergency management plan procedures.

• Protects service center property. Takes precautions to prevent the loss of equipment and supplies.
• Takes action to address harassment and/or aggressive behavior. Complies with all legal statutes when dealing with discrimination, inappropriate behavior or suspected child abuse/neglect.
• Upholds high standards for proper conduct. Implements effective pupil management procedures. Uses positive behavioral support techniques to address disruptive student behavior.

1. Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

• Implements workplace initiatives to advance organizational goals.

Performance Evaluation: Employee performance is evaluated according to applicable law, board policies, contractual agreements and service center administrative procedures.

Working Conditions: NwOESC offers equal employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, military status, national origin, race, religion, sex (including gender identity, pregnancy, and sexual orientation) or any other legally protected category.

Safety is essential to job performance. NwOESC is an alcohol and drug free work environment. Employees must comply with all NwOESC policies, workplace safety regulations and health laws.

This job description is not intended to establish a contract or alter the terms of board authorized employment agreements. Employee benefits, classifications, contract durations, skill sets, wage rates and work schedules may vary by assignment. This summary document describes typical job functions and does not represent an exhaustive list of all possible work responsibilities.

Employee duties may change in response to funding variables, modified operating procedures, program/service revisions, regulatory requirements, technological innovations and unforeseen circumstances.

Contract: 2026-2027 School Year (Part time)

Location: Paulding Exempted Village School District (Paulding County)

Grade Level: Elementary focus

Deadline: Open Until Filled

Salary: Based on the adopted salary schedule and the candidate's experience.

Benefits: Paid sick and personal leave, with health, dental, vision, and life insurance available to employees working 25 hours or more per week. Membership in the State Teachers' Retirement System is included.

Apply To: Submit an online application at under Employment Opportunities.