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Job Description
Program Specialist - Student Support Services Federal Way Public Schools - 3.5 Federal Way, WA Job Details Full-time 3 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Career development plan Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications School experience Program management Conflict resolution in education Working with individuals with disabilities Team leadership Culturally responsive teaching (DEI initiatives) Teaching Certification Driver's License Cultural competency Working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds Instructional leadership in education Working with students Special Education Certification Team building Full Job Description Provide a high level of program management support to building teams and staff in providing high quality, research-based services for students with disabilities with a focus on equity of access, inclusivity, rigor and dismantling racist systems.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
include the following. This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Timely support and communication to building teams. Provide support to building teams in instructional strategies, program interventions and technical assistance and support within general education and special education environments with a focus on equity of access and rigor. Provide high quality in-service opportunities to staff and teams on relevant topics in special education . Assist teams, individuals and families in resolving challenging issues and situations . Respond to team requests, including providing information, assisting with curriculum/service delivery issues, and modeling conflict resolution strategies. Effective communication to building teams regarding district policies and procedures. Design, implement and monitor a system of IEP compliance in conjunction with other program specialists; assist in collecting program evaluation data. Stay current on special education rules/regulations and program delivery methods . Participate as an active member of the Student Support Services team . Coordinate or assist in coordinating the ESY program and/or other programs as requested by Director . Facilitate planning and collaboration meetings for job alike SSS groups as assigned by Director. Assist Director with staffing, including transition of students from school to school.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience Current Washington State Teacher's Certificate with a Special Education endorsement Three (3) years of experience in special education
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Demonstrated leadership skills experience in an educational setting such as Program Manager/Administrator Demonstrated strong skills in conflict resolution and management
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master's Degree Reading Endorsement
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT
Criminal background clearance Work scheduled hours on a consistent basis Valid Washington State Driver's License
KNOWLEDGE OF
Special education rules and regulations Curriculum based assessment and progress monitoring Explicit Instruction Empirically validated practices in special education Instructional theory and its application Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) Behavior analysis Techniques to motivate student learning via inquiry, discussion, and application of knowledge Organizing the physical and human elements in the educational setting Instructional and non-instructional human dynamics Standards-based instruction and familiarity with Common Core State Standards School board policies and procedures Wide range of instructional strategies to support both general and special education teachers, para professionals and teams
ABILITY TO
Demonstrate planning and implementing in-service events for large and small groups Demonstrate proficiency using an e-mail system Demonstrate basic knowledge of technology and willingness and ability to increase knowledge to proficiency Analyze situations by providing support and guiding teams to identify positive, workable solutions Provide instructional leadership Adapt instructional materials and strategies to accommodate the wide range of skills which exist in a classroom Apply empirically validated practices in special education. Meet responsibilities in a punctual and reliable manner Comply with school board policies and follow administrative procedures Demonstrate handling multiple priorities, and represent the district in a professional and timely manner Organize and perform job responsibilities efficiently and independently without close supervision Pay strict attention to detail Speak, read and follow written or verbal communications Practice effective safety and security within individual work routines Develop and maintain positive customer relations with staff and service providers Work collaboratively with District staff and promote teamwork with co-workers Practice ethical and professional standards of conduct including the requirements of confidentiality Relate effectively with parents, staff, students and the public in a multicultural and multiracial community Perform job responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES RELATED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCE AND EQUITY
Knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and how this influences behavior, and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others. Ability to establish and nurture an environment that promotes cultural competence and equitable treatment of staff, students, and patrons of the District. Ability to recognize that each person is a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage. Ability to understand and hold self and others accountable for promoting the Federal Way Public Schools' commitment to "
Each Scholar:
A Voice. A Dream. A Bright Future."
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly stand and walk, bend neck and back, use hands for repetitive grasping and pushing/pulling. The employee will constantly be required to sit for extended periods of time and use a computer screen and keyboard. The employee may occasionally be required to squat, kneel, and use hands for fine manipulation, climb stairs/ladder, lift and reach overhead, and lift/carry. The employee must constantly lift/carry up to 5 pounds and must frequently lift /carry up to 10 pounds. The employee will occasionally lift/carry a maximum of 20 lbs. The employee is occasionally required to push/pull a maximum weight of 100 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in indoor conditions and regularly works near video display. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel around the district may be required.
WORK SCHEDULE
This position is a school-year position and typically works Monday through Friday, 180 days per year
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
This position reports to and is evaluated by Director of Student Support Services
REPRESENTATION
Federal Way Education Association (FWEA)
LEVEL OF COMPENSATION
Federal Way Education Association (FWEA) Salary Schedule. This position includes the following benefits prorated based on FTE Medical, dental vision, wellness leave, life insurance, retirement, professional development dollars.
CLASSIFICATION HISTORY
Update 5/2021 Updated for
SSS 8/2016
Update with physical demand/working conditions 5/2015 Disclaimer The preceding list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the scope of responsibility and the level of knowledge and skills typically required, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements, skills or duties so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed. All employment open positions are made available on a nondiscriminatory basis without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, age, disability or veteran status. Job descriptions are written as a representative list of the ADA essential duties performed by the entire classification. They cannot include, and are not intended to include, every possible activity and task performed by every specific employee. Email To A Friend Print Version
