Director of Student Support (SPED/Diverse Learners) (Immediate & 26-27 SY)

Director of Student Support (SPED/Diverse Learners) (Immediate & 26-27 SY) Job Category: Special Education Requisition Number: 20252001429 Full-Time On-site Locations KIPP Tech Valley Middle S, 321 Northern Blvd, Albany, NY 12210, USA KIPP Albany Community Mid, 42 S Dove St, Albany, NY 12202, USA KIPP Albany Community Ele, 65 Krank St, Albany, NY 12202, USA KIPP Troy Prep Elementary, 3055 6th Ave, #1320, Troy, NY 12180, USA KIPP Tech Valley Primary, 1 Dudley Hts, Albany, NY 12210, USA This role is located at KIPP Capital Region schools in Albany, NY. Duties/Responsibilities The Director of Student Support holds primary responsibility for ensuring that KIPP Capital Region NY provides the academic, emotional, and physical services for students who require additional support to thrive within the schools’ core academic programs: Coordinate summer and academic year staff professional development in the areas of special education, English Language Learner instruction, and at‑risk student services. Identify, train, support, and coach school‑based special education coordinators, special education teachers, providers of related services (e.g., occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, social workers, counselors), and English Language Learner instructors. Train, support, and coach general education teachers in the areas of special education, English Language Learner instruction, and at‑risk student services. Coordinate, in collaboration with the KIPP Capital Region Principals, the recruitment of full‑time and part‑time staff in the areas of special education, English Language Learner instruction, and at‑risk student services. Provide support to the school‑based special education coordinators in the following areas: Conducting “Child Find” activities in accordance with State and Federal law. Identifying incoming students’ needs for special education, English Language Learner instruction, and at‑risk student services as indicated by family questionnaire responses. Reviewing the results of intake assessments of new students to identify students in need of special education, English Language Learner instruction, and at‑risk student services. Pre‑referral and referral processes for special education, English Language Learner instruction, and at‑risk student services. Coordinating classroom observations and testing (i.e., psychological) as needed using service providers when appropriate. Participating in the development and maintenance of IEPs & 504s. Implementing IEPs and 504s, including managing the provision of direct services by the schools. Ensuring that all general education teachers know, understand, and implement all classroom accommodations and modifications required by IEPs and 504s. Designing curricula and differentiating instruction to best serve students in need of special education, English Language Learner instruction, and at‑risk student services. Complying with Special Education regulations and maintaining accurate special education records and reports per state and federal law. Help to create a culture of order, structure, humanity, and academic rigor in the classrooms and schools within KIPP Capital Region. Collaborate with teachers, other school staff, and administrators to ensure that all our students climb the mountain to high school and college. Work with the Principals to ensure sharing of best practices across KIPP Capital Region in the areas of special education, English Language Learner instruction, and at‑risk student services. Document KIPP Capital Region protocols and best practices in the areas of special education, English Language Learner instruction, and at‑risk student services. Qualifications Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree required. Master’s Degree preferred from an accredited college or university. Certified as a Special Education Teacher or Administrator. 4+ years of professional experience, working within a classroom with Special Education and/or ELL students. Prior experience working in schools (preferably in the charter, private, or public school environment) and urban communities is preferred but not required. Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the school and other facilities as needed. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee needs to read, write, and speak English fluently. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, use fingers to type, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance; stoop/bend and reach, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk, hear. Dexterity requires writing and operating standard office machines such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, phones, and calculators. Ability to occasionally lift and move up to 20 pounds. Additional Information Work Perks When you join KIPP Capital Region, you are joining in our promise to families that their children will enter college and the professional world able to thrive academically due to their literacy, numeracy, and core knowledge in science and social studies. We also promise that our students will develop a passion for learning and the drive necessary to persevere as they climb the mountain to and through college and career. Our graduates will be prepared to return to their community as teachers, leaders, and architects of continued growth in the Capital Region. And while the biggest perk to working at KIPP Capital Region is doing work that makes a lifelong difference in the lives of our students, you'll find that's not the only benefit we offer. Generous time‑off Industry‑leading medical, dental, and vision coverage Unparalleled work/life integration Casual dress code Relocation stipend (conditions apply) And so much more! For more information on the benefits of joining KIPP Capital Region, please view our Employee Benefits Summary. Learn More: KIPP Capital Region offers a competitive salary ranging from $85,500 - $94,500 with a $10,000 Sign On Bonus. Salaries are determined using an equitable compensation scale that accounts for years of experience relevant to the role and longevity within the KIPP network. KIPP Capital Region will evaluate and determine the step/level a new hire will be placed within our teacher salary scale at point of hire. All staff and educators at KIPP Capital Region are committed to anti‑racism and inclusion, are part of a close‑knit diverse community, and are encouraged to show up authentically, inspiring our children to do the same. Learn more about what it’s like to work at KIPP Capital Region: kippcapital.org/join-our-team/ Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr