Regional Inclusive Practices Program Administrator

Department: Student Services

Program: School Improvement & Special Education (District-Wide/Regional)
Reports to: Chief Academic Officer
Classification/Range: Confidential Contracted / ADM 10
Schedule: 240 days per year 8 hours per day

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Regional Inclusive Practices Program Administrator provides technical assistance and coordination to support the development and implementation of inclusive systems across MESD programs and component districts with an emphasis on small and rural districts.

This position supports alignment of Special Education multilingual learner services and school improvement within Tier 14 systems and assists districts and internal programs in implementing federal and state requirements.

Reporting to the Chief Academic Officer the role contributes to regional coordination cross-agency collaboration and Tier 4 and MOU-related efforts. The position also supports multilingual learner (EL) educators participates in the co-supervision of Teachers on Special Assignment (TOSAs) and assists with fiscal coordination and budget monitoring related to GEER and RTAP grants.

NATURE & SCOPE:

The role works across departments and with external partners to support service coordination instructional alignment and compliance. It provides technical assistance to small and rural districts and contributes to regional coordination efforts including Tier 4 and MOU-related work. The position supports multilingual learner educators participates in co-supervision of TOSAs and assists with grant-related fiscal tracking and documentation.

The Program Administrator works in partnership with the Chief Academic Officer Senior Program Administrators Senior Program Administratorsdistrict leaders and state agency partners to maintain alignment across the continuum of supports.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provide regional technical assistance (RTAP) and differentiated support to component districts- including targeted support for small and rural districts- to strengthen Special Education systems inclusive practices and multilingual learner programs.
• Lead and facilitate regional professional learning communities of practice and cross-district collaboration structures to support shared implementation problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Design and deliver systems coaching and consultation for district leadership and educator teams including guidance on Universal Design for Learning (UDL) specially designed instruction inclusive practices and language acquisition.
• Coordinate and support implementation of regional and department initiatives ensuring coherence across MESD internal programs and component districts.
• Support alignment and integration of instructional practices service delivery models compliance systems Continuous Improvement (CI) Multitiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and language development services across regional and internal settings including establishing consistency between MESD-operated programs and district-based services.
• Lead and monitor implementation of data-informed decision-making inclusive service delivery models and continuous improvement processes including alignment of IEPs language development plans instructional practices and progress monitoring systems.
• Ensure implementation and monitoring of practices aligned with IDEA Oregon Administrative Rules Title III and state accountability requirements.
• Coordinate and support regional Tier 4 connection efforts and integration of MESD internal programs within broader regional systems.
• Collaborate with cross-agency partners (e.g. ODE DHS) to support coordinated service delivery and aligned regional efforts.
• Coordinate and monitor GEER and RTAP grant implementation including budget oversight expenditure tracking required reporting and collaboration with program leadership on fiscal management.
• Provide guidance consultation and supervision to multilingual learner educators and co-supervise Teachers on Special Assignment (TOSAs) including role alignment implementation support and evaluation of impact.
• Provide regular updates reports and strategic recommendations to leadership regarding program implementation outcomes and emerging regional needs.

ESSENTIAL QUALITIES:

• Equity: Demonstrate commitment to inclusive systems and equitable outcomes for students experiencing disabilities multilingual learners and students with high-intensity needs particularly for students in small and rural communities
• Vision: Lead strategic regional design efforts that balance immediate operational demands with long-term sustainability and governance considerations.
• Trust: Builds strong partnerships with district and regional stakeholders
• Communication: Communicate clearly and effectively with diverse audiences including educators administrators policymakers and cross-agency stakeholders.
• Personal Qualities: Demonstrate professionalism discretion humility courage and sound judgment in complex systems conversations related to funding placement responsibility safety and workforce sustainability.
• Attendance: Daily and consistent attendance and punctuality are paramount as this provides consistency and alignment with districts peers and regional programming outcomes.
• Agency-wide perspective: Be involved in and supportive of continuous overall improvement of MESD programs and services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS SKILLS ABILITIES:

• Valid Oregon TSPC Administrator license
• Demonstrated experience in systems leadership school improvement special education educational administration and/or related regional leadership roles
• Strong knowledge of federal and state Special Education and Title III requirements
• Experience analyzing programmatic compliance and fiscal data to guide improvement and sustainability efforts
• Strong facilitation coaching and cross-agency collaboration skills
• Ability to manage complex regional relationships and competing priorities
• Demonstrated capacity to lead strategic initiatives requiring systems alignment and long-term planning
• Experience providing technical assistance or program support to small and/or rural school districts preferred.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS SKILLS ABILITIES:

• Experience as a Regional Technical Assistance Provider (RTAP) or similar role.
• Background in special education and/or multilingual learner instructional leadership
• Experience with Tier 34 or high-intensity behavioral/disability programming
• Experience in engaging cross-agency systems planning
• Familiarity with Oregon education and human services systems
• Bilingual or multilingual in Spanish Vietnamese Chinese Russian and/or Somali

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Masters degree in Educational Leadership Special Education or related field; and
• At least seven (7) years of experience in special education multilingual learner programming school leadership district-level improvement or systems leadership; or
• Any combination of education and experience that would provide the applicant with the desired skills knowledge and ability required to perform the job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in office and school environments with exposure to moderate noise levels. The position is primarily in-person with limited remote work options as determined by program requirements and supervisory approval.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Mobility: Ability to sit stand walk and move around for extended periods of time.
2. Lifting: Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
3. Vision: Visual acuity to read and interpret written and electronic information.
4. Dexterity: Ability to use hands and fingers to handle feel and operate objects tools or controls.
5. Hearing/speaking: Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information so others will understand.
6. Emotional/Psychological: Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in challenging situations remain empathetic and understanding towards individuals with diverse backgrounds and needs handle stress and pressure effectively and adapt to change in the workplace.

The description contained herein reflects general details as necessary to describe the principle functions of this job the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.

This position is subject to board policies administrative rules and procedures department regulations and applicable state and federal statutes. This position carries supervision and budgetary authority.

All commitments outside of authorized programs and services are subject to prior approval by the supervisor of this position.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

• District pays full medical dental and vision premiums for eligible employees and dependents
• Three medical insurance plan options:
• Group Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or
• Opt-Out option
• MESD pays employees 6% Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) contribution
• Selection of one annual additional benefit option:
• Two (2) additional Floating Holidays
• One (1) additional Floating Holiday AND $500 MESD Paid contribution to a Section 125 Medical Flexible Savings Account
• One (1) additional Floating Holiday AND $500 paid contribution to a Health Savings Account (HSA)*
• $1000 MESD paid contribution to their Section 125 Flexible Spending Account
• $1000 MESD paid contribution to their Health Savings Account (HSA)*
• Paid holidays sick leave and personal time off and vacation
• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development

*Employee must be enrolled in a HSA-eligible medical plan through MESD

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MESD recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of MESD that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups based on race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity gender expression national origin marital status age veterans status genetic information or disability in any educational programs activities or employment.

Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities may contact the Human Resources Director for additional information or assistance. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon telecommunications Relay Service at 1-.

Required Experience:

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