Special Services Supervisor

Exempt Status Exempt No. of Days According to district approved calendar Department Special Education Reports To Executive Director Supervises As Assigned Education ? Master's Degree preferred ?

Certification/Licensure:

Valid classroom teacher certificate and Valid Special Education teaching certification ? T-TESS or ILD certified preferred (or eligible to attend certification training) ? Bilingual certificate or ESL endorsement preferred Experience

• Minimum of three years successful special education teaching experience

POSITION FUNCTION/PURPOSE

To provide leadership to the Special Education program in support of the instructional program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Instructional Management 1. Lead in setting instructional goals__those broad statements which define the expectation of student achievement in the department. 2. Work with the MISD Special Education Director in developing and refining instructional goals for the subject areas. 3. Support the use of the PLC model in the collaboration and planning, writing, and implementation of IEP goals special education teachers. 4. Function in the classroom as a resource person who models exemplary instruction and classroom management. 5. Model innovative materials and services, and pilots programs needed to meet instructional goals. 6. Serve as a resource person to provide instructional assistance and materials to teachers. 7. Report periodically through the Special Education Director to the Division of Instruction Services on the achievement of program instruction goals and initiates program adjustments as needed. 8. Prepare teachers for proper administration of student assessment instruments. 9. Confer with both teachers and administrators regarding the analysis of test data and plans with them any needed alterations in the instructional program or practices. Supervisory Leadership Duties 1. Supervise the instructional program and the performance of teachers in the department and accept specific supervisory duties as delegated by the Director. 2. Utilize classroom visits for effective supervision of the department. 3. In formal clinical supervision, set up a schedule for regular classroom visits and notify teachers in writing of these visits. 4. Visit the classroom of each teacher in the department at least once each year. 5. Confer at regular intervals with the Special Education Director regarding observations. 6. Schedule meetings which have as their primary purpose instructional improvement and/or program Development. 7. Aid in the preparation of professional development activities on both the campus and school district levels. Organizational Leadership Duties 1. Provide leadership in the selection of instructional materials. Administrative Leadership Duties 1. Ensure the implementation of administrative regulations within the department. 2. Give necessary assistance to substitute teachers serving the department. 3. Participate in the selection and assignment of personnel as requested by the Special Education Director. Team Leadership Duties 1. Integrate the work of the Special Education Department into the total instructional program of the school through consultation with the principal and other special education support personnel. 2. Participate and serve on special committees at the campus and district levels. 3. Confer with the Director regarding any needed changes for upgrading the classroom practices of the department in compliance with district policy. 4. Work cooperatively with the total school staff in order to facilitate instructional programs. 5. Work closely with teachers, principals, assistant principals, and counselors on matters of student discipline. Supervisory Responsibilities Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS 1.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

2. Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills 3. Demonstrated leadership of teachers 4. Understanding individual needs of students with disabilities 5. Knowledge of diagnostic testing 6. Knowledge of the PLC model of curriculum and instruction and best practices in implementation 7. Ability to work well with a diverse population

PHYSICAL DEMANDS WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Emotional

• Maintain emotional control under stress 2. Physical
• Moderate carrying and lifting. Standing, sitting, walking, use of fingers, eyes and ears 3. Environment
• Inside normal office environment

EQUIPMENT USED 1.

Telephone 2. Computer and printer 3. Calculator 4. Copy Machine

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Must be able to maintain emotional control under stress. Occasionally required to travel to facilities within the district. May be required to work after school and weekends. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive description of all work requirements and responsibilities. Additionally, the minimum level of education noted as a requirement could be supplemented by commensurate experience and/or certification(s) as determined by the hiring manager. Revision Date 11/01/2023 All MISD employees are expected to maintain an extreme degree of confidentiality by following the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) for student information and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) for employee and student information. Midland Independent School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.