Assistant Director of Schools and Settings (K-8), Special Education [BASAS 11B] (SY25-26)
Assistant Director of Schools and Settings (K-8), Special Education [BASAS 11B] (SY25-26)
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REPORTS TO:Chief of Specialized Services or Designee
Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF SCHOOLS AND SETTINGS who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers learners and leaders. This is an exciting opportunity for leaders who desire to serve where their efforts matter. In BPS the teachers and leaders are committed to the vision of high expectations for achievement equal access to high levels of instruction the achievement of academic proficiency for all students and the closing of the achievement gap among subgroups within the schools. BPS is a great place for those who seek to work in an environment that supports their creativity and innovation and respects their skills and abilities as an education professional.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Assistant Director provides leadership for special education settings and are a key member of the Regional support model.
- New Assistant Director mentoring hiring
- New Assistant Director mentoring program oversight
- Special education professional development for COSE
- Highly specialized strands and services
- Partial and full inclusive settings and services
- Culturally competent practice
- Families as partners
The Assistant Director partners with other leaders
- Manager for Compliance and Quality Assurance
- Senior Program Director for Mediation
- Other Assistant Directors for Schools Units
- Assistant Director for Behavioral Health
The Assistant Director collaborates with
- Families as partners in planning and problem solving
- Office of Instructional and Informational Technology - Enrollment Planning and Services
- Office of Operations Transportation and Facilities Departments
- Office of Family and Student Engagement
- Offices of Human Capital and Labor Relations
- Office of Finance - Budget Payroll Purchasing Contracts Departments
- Office of the Legal Advisor
- Community-Based Organizations
The Assistant Director serves as:
- The administrator of a region
- A member of both the Senior Leadership Team and the Administrators Group
- A partner with the Directors for School Settings Student Services and Compliance and Quality Assurance in planning and leading the monthly SESS Coordinator meetings
A member of the Level Cross-Functional Rapid Support Team led by the level Academic Superintendent
The Assistant Director arranges and/or provides professional development guidance and support to
- Principals and Headmasters
- Special EducationCoordinators
- Teachers Support Service and Related Service Providers
The Assistant Director supervises
- Schools Unit Supervisors
- Schools Unit Clerks
- Schools Unit Management Staff
The Assistant Director provides specialized leadership across categories of special education or areas of work.
The Assistant Director performs other related duties as requested by the Executive Director of Special Education.
QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED:
- Masters Degree in a related field
- MA DESE or Board of Registration Licensure in Special Education or Related Field
- MA DESE Licensure in Supervision or Administration
- Three (3) years experience teaching or providing services in urban special education or relatedfield
- Experience providing leadership and supervision in urban special education or related field
- Demonstrated knowledge of special education regulations and best practices
- Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization bytheir first day of employment
QUALIFICATIONS - PREFERRED:
- Experience in special education administration and supervision
- Proficiency in a language other than English
TERMS: BASAS Group 11B 12 months 225 days
Please refer to (under Employee Benefits and Policies) for more
information on salary and compensation. Salaries are listed by Unions and Grade/Step.The Boston Public Schools in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies does not discriminate in its programs facilities or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race color age criminal record (inquiries only) disability homelessness sex/gender gender identity religion national originancestry sexual orientation genetics or military status and does not tolerate any form of retaliation or bias-based intimidation threat or harassment that demeans individuals dignity or interferes with theirability to learn or work.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full Time
