THE POSITION
The primary responsibility of the K-5 Supervisor is to assist the Director of Special Services in the development, implementation, and assessment of K-5 instructional programs. As a teacher of teachers, the Supervisor will motivate, assist and evaluate K-5 staff in the continuing effort to improve instructional opportunities and outcomes for special education students, as well as to promote effective professional development of department staff members.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
1. New Jersey Supervisor Certificate
2. Previous experience as a School Psychologist, School Social Worker, LDTC, or Teacher of Special Education is required.
3. Experience with curriculum development, program assessment and staff development.
4. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in the areas of program implementation.\
5. Familiarity with federal regulations and state code requirements.
6. Strong leadership, interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
7. Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. .citizenship or legal resident/immigration status.
JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE
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SUPERVISOR OF SPECIAL SERVICES
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MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS
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- New Jersey Certification as Supervisor
- Master’s Degree preferred
- Must have previous experience as School Psychologist, School Social Worker, LDTC, or Teacher of the Handicapped
- Strong leadership, communication and organization skills
- Competence in computer usage, word processing, data management and telecommunications
- Staff Development experience preferred
- Familiarity with federal regulations and state code requirements in the area of special education.
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REPORTS TO
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SUPERINTENDENT OF SPECIAL SERVICES
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JOB GOAL(S)
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·Supervise special education Motivate and coach department staff members
·Promote effective professional development of instructional staff members
·Assist in the management of departmental activities and ensure delivery of service to pupils identified with disabilities.
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JOB RESPONSIBILITY AND AUTHORITY |
The primary responsibilities of the supervisor are to lead staff in the development and implementation of instructional programs. As a teacher of teachers, the supervisor will assist staff in the continuing effort to improve instructional opportunities and outcomes for students. Primary responsibilities include the following:
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PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Establish and promote high standards and expectations for students and staff.
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Collect and analyze data regarding performance and experience of all students
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Recommend new programs and modifications.
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Interview prospective instructional candidates and make recommendations to the Director of Special Services.
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Assist in coordinating staff development activities for the Department of Special Services.
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Supervise and evaluate special services instructional staff as assigned by the Director of Special Services.
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Provide analysis of departmental offerings based on projected needs and make recommendations for class offerings and pupil services.
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Supervise personnel assigned to ensure that all responsibilities are met and exceeded. Evaluate lesson plans and observe classes on a regular basis as per SOMEA contract.
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Facilitate and encourage home-school connections, and parent involvement and engagement for families of special education students.
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Responsible for integrating technology into teaching and learning in the content area;
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Responsible for maintaining current related content on district website; and
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Perform other tasks as assigned by the Director of Special Services. |
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS OF THE POSITION To maintain relationships with child study team members, teachers of the handicapped, special services staff supervisors, administrators, students and parents.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT 12 Months
Salary as per the ASCA Agreement