Director of Specialized Instruction
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Job Description
At Acero Schools we are what we believe.
Achievement We set goals and do what it takes to achieve them.
Community We contribute to respect and serve in our communities.
Excellence We expect our best and strive to make our best even better.
Resilience We learn and grow through adversity and challenges.
Optimism We believe in our ability to create the future we envision.
Position Description
Director of Specialized Instruction
Salary: Competitive Salary and Benefits
Location: Chicago IL
Reports To: Managing Director Student Achievement
How to Apply: Overview
The Director of Specialized Instructionplans develops implements and evaluates programs for diverse learners acrossour network of 15 Acero schools. The Director provides training to specialeducation staff general education staff administrators; monitors programcompliance; provides curricular resources to teachers and specialists; providesconsultation and support to administrators and staff in the area for diverselearners and related services; and other related functions as directed.
Core Responsibilities
- Coordinate curricular resources and supports inthe areas of special education psychological health and mental healthservices
- Lead the evaluation of Special Educationprograms and/or projects for the purpose of carrying out and achieving AceroSpecialized Instruction goals and objectives within area of responsibility
- Supervise network staff in the area ofSpecialized Instruction and support Principals in the supervision ofschool-level Specialized Instruction Staff
- Prepare documentation for the purpose of ensuringcompliance with Special Education requirements providing written supportand/or conveying information to state and local regulatory agencies
- Present information on programs servicesregulations etc. for the purpose of serving as a resource to network andschool personnel
- Observe consult with and assist teachingstaff and specialists in the development and implementation of individualizededucation programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities
- Provide training and consultation toadministration teachers support staff and parents in the areas of specialeducation and multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) to improve instructionalcapacity and student outcomes
- Evaluate and analyze complex problemsissues and concerns and recommend appropriate alternative solutions and makeeffective and timely decisions
- Plan organize and conduct comprehensiveprofessional development programs for teachers administrators apprenticesspecialists and parents
- Work cooperatively with parents community colleaguesand agencies
- Plan organize and coordinate site andnetwork-wide special education programs and services
- Establish and maintain cooperativeorganizational public and educational community relationships
- Demonstrate ethical behavior
Core Competencies
- Understanding of instruction assessment andsupport strategies for diverse learners
- Understanding of laws regulations andeducation code pertaining to special education
- Understanding of principles practices andtrends in the field of special education
- Understanding of the continuum of specialeducation services and placement options
- Knowledge of philosophical educationalfiscal and legal aspects affecting a school system operation as it pertains tospecialized instruction
- Understanding of curriculum and instructiondesign and delivery systems for students receiving special education services
- Experience with human relationships conflictresolution strategies and procedures and team management building methods andtechniques
Key Characteristics
Commitment to Equity: Passionate about ensuring that every childregardless of background or circumstance receives an excellent education
Leadership: Coaches mentors and challenges others to exceldespite obstacles and challenging situations. Builds positive relationships inand out of the organization
Focus on Data-Driven Results: Makes informed decisions to improveorganizational outcomes by utilizing a data-driven approach
Innovative Problem-Solving: Approaches work with a sense ofpossibility and sees challenges as opportunities for creative problem solving;takes initiative to explore issues and find potential innovative solutions
Teamwork: Increases the effectiveness of surrounding teamsthrough collaboration constant learning and supporting others; sensitive todiversity in all its forms; respects and is committed to learning from others
Dependability: Does whatever it takes to consistently deliverwith high quality under tight deadlines
Communication and Customer Service Skills: Communicates clearlyand compellingly with diverse stakeholders in both oral and written forms;anticipates and responds to stakeholder needs in a high-quality and courteousmanner
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelors Degree (required) Masters Degree in a related field(preferred)
- Minimum of 3 years teaching experience inSpecial Education or closely related field (required)
- Experience in site administration or districtadministration with increasing levels of responsibility (required)
- Communicate effectively in oral and writtenform
- Effectively utilize computer technology inday-to-day work
- Valid Special Education license issued by theIllinois State Board of Education
- Must hold permanent residency in the UnitedStates (required)
Physical Demands
Nature of workrequires an ability to operate standard business ability to communicate and exchange informationcollect compile and prepare work documents set-up and maintain demands require the ability to stand bend reachhigh and low stoop and walk around the classroom 60% of addition walking up and down stairs several times be able to lift 15 to 20 pounds for short periods of timeand push and pull 15 to 20 lbs.
WorkingConditions
Majority ofwork is performed in a general office requiresavailability for extended hours plus non-traditional hours required to performjob requires participation and attendance at organization-sponsoredevents and meetings.
NOTE: Theforegoing list of essential duties and responsibilities is intended to berepresentative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is notnecessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of anessential function does not preclude management from assigning duties notlisted herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
The Acero Schools is committed to a policy of equal treatment for allindividuals. Acero Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race colorgender handicap age religion sexual orientation or national or ethnicorigin.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
