Community Special Education Director
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Job Location:
Blytheville, AR - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
02-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Community Special Education Director provides direct leadership oversight and compliance management for all Special Education (SPED) programs across KIPP Deltas Blytheville campuses. Reporting to the District Special Education Manager this role ensures effective implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) high-quality instruction for students with disabilities and adherence to state and federal SPED regulations. The Community Director serves as the primary point of contact for campus-level staff families and service providers in Blytheville.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Program Implementation
- Oversee SPED services across Blytheville Elementary and Blytheville Collegiate ensuring compliance with IDEA and Arkansas DESE regulations.
- Monitor implementation of IEPs behavior plans and accommodations serving as the on-site administrative designee for due process and compliance reviews.
- Collect and analyze SPED-related data (academic progress discipline attendance etc.) to inform decisions and program improvements.
- Collaborate with the District Manager to align campus SPED practices with district-wide policies and priorities.
Instructional Support & Professional Development
- Coach and support SPED teachers and instructional assistants to strengthen instructional quality and student outcomes.
- Conduct classroom observations and provide actionable feedback.
- Promote inclusive practices and effective co-teaching in partnership with general education staff.
- Lead or facilitate campus professional development on SPED compliance instructional strategies and progress monitoring.
Compliance & Documentation
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation of eligibility evaluations and IEPs in eSchool/PowerSchool Special Programs.
- Maintain records for ADESE monitoring internal audits and IEP scheduling.
- Safeguard the confidentiality and integrity of all student information and communications.
Collaboration & Family Engagement
- Partner with school leaders to embed SPED services within the academic program.
- Serve as liaison among families staff and community partners to coordinate supports and resources.
- Communicate consistently with parents/guardians regarding student progress and services.
- Build relationships with community agencies to expand access to wraparound supports.
This job description reflects the core functions and responsibilities of the role but is not intended to be comprehensive. School and district leaders may assign additional duties to support strategic priorities and organizational goals.
Qualifications :
- Education: Masters degree in Special Education Educational Leadership or a related field preferred.
- Licenses: Valid Arkansas teaching license with a SPED endorsement required; Administrator licensure preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 4 years of experience in SPED required; 2 years in a leadership role preferred.
- Must pass state and federal background checks including fingerprinting and child maltreatment registry checks.
- Ongoing participation in professional development activities as required by ADE.
- In-depth understanding of IDEA and Arkansas state special education regulations.
- Familiarity with evidence-based instructional strategies for students with disabilities.
- Strong leadership and organizational skills; excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Proficiency in data analysis and application for program improvement.
- Commitment to educational equity and student access.
Additional Information :
Community Director salaries will be based on individual experience and within the SY 2025-26 Salary Schedule range.
KIPP Delta Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications merit and organizational needs. We do not discriminate based on race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Classroom Experience
- Education Administration
- Lesson Planning
- Special Education
- Adult Education
- Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Administrative Experience
- Leadership Experience
- Program Development
- Supervising Experience
About Company
KIPP Capital Region is a part of a national network of high-performing public Charter Schools committed to creating joyful, academically excellent, and prepared students with the skills, ability, and confidence to pursue their paths to college, career, and beyond. Located in both Al ... View more
