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KENMORE - TOWN OF TONAWANDA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Position Title: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL EDUCATION (SECONDARY)

Initial Assignment: ADMINISTRATION BUILDING

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Executive Director of Special Education (Secondary) oversees special education programming and placements and works under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent for Student Services.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY: In addition to overseeing assigned special education programs, acts as the CSE Chairperson and provides administrative support to assigned schools.

Qualifications:

+ Hold a valid New York State Certification as a School District Administrator or School District Leader (SAS, SDA, SDL) certificate

+ Minimum of 10 years successful experience in education, including teaching and supervision of staff; minimum of 3 years administrative experience preferred

+ Comprehensive knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), ESSA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, Special Education Law, guidelines, and New York State Part 200/201 Regulations as they apply to students with special needs

+ Knowledge of LRE and making appropriate placements, research based instruction, programs currently available in local agencies

+ Demonstrate knowledge and experience in collaborating with various stakeholders in meeting the needs of students with special needs

+ Experience in planning, organizing, and directing activities related to the functions of the Committee on Special Education (CSE).

+ Demonstrate knowledge and experience in best practices implementing and supervising special education and related service personnel, special education programs and services, including but not limited to co-teaching and self-contained models

+ Demonstrate ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing

+ Ability to use electronic-based information and communication systems

+ Evidence of strong leadership and facilitation skills

Performance Responsibilities:

+ Consistent with applicable laws and regulations, recommend District policies and objectives, and provide direction in matters relating to the requirements of students with special needs.

+ Serve as Chairperson of the District Committee on Special Education (CSE) for schools as assigned and conduct Manifestation Hearings.

+ Implement Special Education placements as recommended by the Committee on Special Education (CSE).

+ Attends Principal’s meetings as determined by the Assistant Superintendent for Student Services

+ Provides direct instructional support of special education teachers as assigned

+ District-level coordination and management of home instruction

+ Coordinates and manages district training (ie. TCIS)

+ Assists in preparation of SED Data Reporting, IDEA 611 and 619 Grants

+ Supervises Related Services staff

+ Assists w/BEDS data collection and SSEC reporting

+ Participate in community and parental group activities

+ Assist in the development and implementation of curriculum initiatives to meet the needs of students with special needs

+ Assist in the preparation of the required federal and state data reports

+ Observe and evaluate staff including special education teachers, related service personnel, and pupil personnel staff in alignment with the District APPR and evaluation guidelines

+ Collaborate with BOCES and community based agencies/schools to facilitate the appropriate placement and services needed for students with disabilities

+ Facilitate regularly scheduled meetings with administrators, special education teachers, related service providers, and other stakeholders

+ Perform other such duties as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent for Student Services and/or by the Superintendent of Schools

Contract: 12 months (non-represented)

Salary: Starting base salary of $136,591

Starting Date: July 1, 2025

Application: Please address cover letter to: Mr. Jeffery Richards, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources.

Application Deadline: June 2, 2025

Equal Opportunity Employer

Position Start Date:07/01/2025

Application Deadline:06/02/2025