Senior Special Education Program Lead

Job Title: Coordinator Job Role: SpecialEducation Wage/Hour Status: Exempt Funding Source: ? Title I, Part A – 211 ? Title II, Part A – 211 ? Title II, Part A – Supporting Effective Instruction–2555 ? Title III, Part A – 263 ? TitleIV, Part A - 287 ? Perkins V, 244 Pay Grade: AD6 Department/School : Special Education Function : Educational Support Reports to : Director of Special Education HR Date Approved: December 2022 HR Date Revised : May 2026 Title I, Part A-211 Theintent of Title I, PartA, isto provide supplemental resources to LEAs to help schools with high concentrations of students from low-income families provide high-quality education that will enable all children to meet the challenging state academic standards. Title II, Part A-Supporting Effective Instruction- 255 The intent of Title II, Part A is to provide resources to LEAS to increase student achievement , improve the quality and effectiveness of teachers, principals, and other school leader, and to increase the number of teachers, principals land other school leaders who are effective in improving student academic achievement in schools. Title III, Part A- 263 The intent of Title III, Part A is to provide supplemental resources to LEAs to help ensure that children who are English learners, including immigrant children and youth, attain English proficiency at high levels in academic subjects and can meet the same challenging State academic standards that all children are expected to meet. Title IV, Part A-287 The intent of Title IV, Part A is to improve the academic achievement of all students by increasing the capacity of LEAs, schools, and communities to provide all students with access to a well-rounded education, improve school conditions for student learning, and improve the use of technology in order to enhance academic outcomes and digital literacy of students. Perkins V,244 Theintent of Perkins V, 244 is to?expand opportunities for every student to explore, choose, and follow career and technical education programs of study and career pathways to earn credentials of value. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ SUMMARY: Provides leadership and coordination of the Special Education Program to ensure provision of needed services for specialneedsstudents. Supports training and oversight of Individualized Education Program (IEP)requiredcomponents, monitors completion of service documentation, and ensures compliance with all state, federal, and local requirements. The essential functions,pursuant tothe Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties and responsibilities notedherein, however, this listrepresentsexamples only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description. Model KISD core organizational beliefs and values;perform duties effectively and efficiently for the purpose of supporting and contributing to high student achievement. Provide program support and service delivery; communicate effectively within and across teams andparticipatein cross-functional work groups. Maintain a commitment to theDistrictmission; model District expectations through personal leadership and actively support the efforts of others to achieve District goals. _____________________________________________________________________ MAJORRESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES Program Management Assistin analyzing the critical needs in assigned areas and conducting team efforts to design, implement,measureand refine assigned programs. Implement vertical and horizontal systems integration initiatives to support high student achievement and customer satisfaction. Recommend, hire, orient, train, and evaluate department employees directly or indirectly through supervisory staff; implement andmonitoreffective human resource practices. Collaborate with content area coordinators to ensure that curriculum renewal is continuous and responsive to specialneedsstudents. Encourage and support the development of innovative instructional programs and programs beneficial to the overall well-being of the students; help teachers to pilot such efforts whenappropriate . Arrange for or conduct assessments; make recommendationsregardingplacement and program management for individual students. Demonstrate support for the district’s student management policies and expected student behavior related toSpecialeducation programs. Implement the policiesestablishedby federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and Local Board Policy inareaof Special Education to ensure compliance. Coordinate and support special education programs and services to meet students’ needs; plan the necessary time, resources, and materials to support teachers inaccomplishingeducational goals. Ensure that student progress is evaluated on a systematic basis; obtain and use evaluative findings, including student achievement data, to gauge Special Education program effectiveness. Participate in development, preparation, and administration of the budget for supplies, equipment, and facilities inareaof assignment. Staff Development Plan and provide staff development for teachers, administrators, and staff in designated subject areas. Disseminate information regarding current research and significant developments on the state and national levels inareaassigned. Observe classroom instruction and provide feedback andassistanceto classroom teachers tofacilitateimprovement and innovation. Demonstrate teaching strategies with students inclassroom. Policy, Reports, and Law Policy, Reports, and Law Assistthe legal department with student discrimination complaints and investigations. Maintain confidentiality. Develop andmaintainsystems for retrieval of information in support of all programs; compile,maintain, file, and secure all physical and computerized reports, records, and other required documents. Pursue Professional Development activities for self and assigned staff; ensure that Professional Development activities are aligned with District goals and initiatives and current professional research. Comply withall policies, operating procedures, legal requirements, and verbal and written directives. Comply withthe Professional Code of Ethics and Standard Practices forTexasEducators. Follow District safety protocols and emergency procedures. Perform other related duties as assigned. _____________________________________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Certification: Bachelor’s degree Valid Texas S pecial E ducation Teacher C ertification Master’s degree Valid Texas A dministrator C ertificate (preferred) Experience: Three (3) years successful teaching experience Successful administrative experience (preferred) _____________________________________________________________________ SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, and L ocal B oard P olicy in the area of S pecial E ducation Knowledge of the individual needs of special needs students Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Skill in evaluating an effective S pecial E ducation P rogram Skill in interpreting policy, procedures, and data Skill in communicating with all levels of special needs students and their parents Ability to coordinate D istrict functions Ability to interpret data and evaluate instruction programs and teaching effectiveness Ability to develop and deliver training to adult learners Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills _________________________________________________________________________________________________ SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff. _____________________________________________________________________ MENTAL/PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) Environment: Frequent districtwide travel; occasional statewide travel Work to be completed on-site from assigned school or building;regular exposure to noise and computer monitors No remote work Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress ; work prolonged or irregular hours _____________________________________________________________________ INTENT AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: This description is intended toindicatethe kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of positionsgiventhis title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of anyparticular positionshall be.It is not intended to limit,or any waymodifythe right of any supervisor to assign,directand control the work of employees under supervision.The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty. #J-18808-Ljbffr