Supervisor PreK-5 Exceptional Learning Department

DUTIES:

1. Reports to the Executive Officer of Special Education & Related Services

2. Supervise the special education process to ensure compliance.

3. Knowledge and experience working with out-of-distribution special education programs.

4. Supervise mentors and evaluates district Evaluation Team Leaders.

5. Collaborates with school administrators special education teams and families to develop and review IEPS for exceptional learners.

6. Act as a liaison between the Springfield Public Schools and other private and public schools in the transition and support of children with disabilities.

7. Keep informed of all legal requirements governing special education and the status of services available to students with special needs.

8. Assist in providing leadership and mentoring in the establishment of new programs and initiatives for children with disabilities through professional development to staff and families.

9. Perform any other duties as assigned by the Executive Officer of Special Education & Related Services

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. A Masters Degree from an accredited college or university.

2. Certified as a Special Education Administrator by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education.

3. Three to five years of successful teaching experience in the areas of special education.

4. Demonstrated knowledge of IDEA 2004 and 28.00

5. Demonstrated knowledge in best practices in meeting the needs of all children with disabilities.

If you BELIEVE we have a place for YOU on our team! Come work for us!

About our District

Springfield Public Schools is a cultural gem in Western Massachusetts that is committed to providing a learning environment that opens the doors of infinite possibilities to our amazing students and staff. We strive to equip each of our approximately 24000 students with learning experiences that enhance their knowledge and critical thinking skills. We are the 3^rdlargest district in Massachusetts. Our district has over 44 languages spoken and over 60 countries represented by both students and staff. We foster a positive and professional environment in our schools and worksites where people feel valued respected supported seen and heard. Our students and staff share their ideas and perspectives learning from and appreciating each other. We are a district that is committed to equity and excellence.

Join a team that Empowers Educators

In addition to offering competitive salaries and benefits we provide numerous cutting-edge professional development opportunities for all staff. We let our data shape the professional development of the district therefore it is relevant and actionable. We support our teaching staff with mentors such as instructional leadership specialists and effective educator coaches to work with them throughout the year in lesson planning data analysis and management. Our district offers career advancement opportunities and is invested in Grow our Own and educational pipeline programs. These programs help our staff achieve a college degree or lead to certification pathways.

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The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination on the basis of race color religion national origin sex gender identity sexual orientation genetic information pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions ancestry age disability or military service as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race color sex gender identity religion national origin sexual orientation disability or homelessness.

NONDISCRIMINATION EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT

The Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color religion national origin sex gender identity sexual orientation genetic information pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions ancestry age disability veteran status or marital status.

NOTICE OF SEX NONDISCRIMINATION

Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination including sexual harassment in any education program or activity that it operates as required by Title IX and its regulations including in admission and employment.

Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Springfield Public Schools Title IX Coordinator the U.S. Department of Educations Office for Civil Rights at or both.

The Springfield Public Schools Title IX Coordinator is Jeremy Saint Laurent Chief Legal Counsel in Legal Services 1550 Main Street Springfield MA 01103 ext. 55325.

Springfield Public Schools sex nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located on the Springfield Public Schools website report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX please refer to

Required Experience:

Manager