Special Education Supervisor

Hear what our teachers say about LaPorte Community School Corporation Special Education Supervisor Position for the 2026-2027 school year

Reports To:

Director of Special Education Calendar:

210

Days Qualifications, Education, and Licensure:

The Supervisor for Special Education Services must be able to perform the attached essential job functions and satisfactorily demonstrate the competencies for Administrative Staff. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Requirements for

District Supervisor:

Administrative license in the state of Indiana (Education Administration or Director's licensure). Certification in Special Education in the state of Indiana. Possess a good working knowledge of Federal and State Special Education laws and regulations. Can develop appropriate procedures as it pertains to Special Education law for certified staff to follow. Minimum of five years experience in providing services to Special Education students (preferred). Commitment to team concept. Strong work ethic. Impeccable integrity. Child-centered philosophy. Strong organizational skills and ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people. Effective communication skills in writing, speaking, and listening. Preferred experiences for

Supervisor Candidates:

Administrative experiences as it relates to Special Education. Demonstrated leadership and management responsibilities. Experience in building capacity for professional staff and parents. Knowledge and experience in supervision and evaluation of staff. Knowledge and experience dealing with technology for instruction and management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Special Education Supervisor is responsible for all Special Education and related services provided in the local districts in conjunction with the Director of Special Education. Specifically, the Supervisor is responsible for:

Staff Responsibilities:

Recruiting, interviewing, and recommending certified and classified staff for employment. Conducting certified staff evaluations, coordinating teacher support plans, and making recommendations for re-employment and/or dismissal to the South La Porte County Special Education Cooperative's Director. (Evaluations are done in conjunction with district Principals in each building) Providing supervision in classrooms, itinerant, related service, and diagnostic staff for all Special Education programs in the districts. Providing facilitation for curriculum modifications and material selections. Providing information to school personnel and parents on Special Education law, techniques, and current practices. Reviewing and monitoring special Education files and procedures. Reviewing student IEPs to guarantee compliance with the State and Federal guidelines and requirements. Coordinating and conducting meetings and in-services for Special Education and General Education staff as determined necessary. Meeting routinely with district and itinerant staff. Continually evaluating caseloads, assignments, and appropriate delivery of service in the programs that he/she is assigned. Taking responsibility for initiatives that he/she has displayed strength in and follow through to completion in conjunction with the Special Education Administrative Team.

Case Conference and Student Program Responsibilities:

Chair all Manifestation Determination Case Conferences when expulsion is considered. Participate as a Case Conference team member as appropriate. Depending on area of supervision

• Chair and coordinate all State School (Indiana School for the Deaf and Indiana School for the Blind) conferences for students within the districts served. Depending on area of supervision
• Chair nonpublic and home school conferences, assure that the services are developed and implemented. Depending on area of supervision
• Chair all Alternative/Residential Case Conferences in conjunction with the Director, assuring development and submission of the application, monitor renewal application, and submit, if needed, within the timeframe designated by Department of Education.

Monitor the services, maintain contact, and visit students placed in alternative settings within or outside of our community. Inform Director of all staff needs and changes within the Cooperative in a timely manner. Administrative and other

Responsibilities:

Work administrative contracted hours and days, yet maintain flexibility as determined by the Cooperative. Provide informational presentations as requested by the Director to the Local District Superintendents Board of Managers (Advisory Board). Participate in the development of long and short-range Cooperative objectives and planned activities. Maintain a high standard of professional ethics, honesty, and integrity during the performance of all responsibilities. Support the philosophy, policy, and procedures of the Cooperative and the school districts that are served. Assume responsibility for personal professional growth and development by keeping current with literature, new research findings, improved techniques, curriculum, and by attending professional meetings. Attend appropriate administrative meetings as requested by the Director and Superintendents. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of South La Porte County Special Education Cooperative. Areas of Supervision within the

Cooperative:

Little Learners Early Childhood Center (Preschool) Elementary Mild Intervention Programs in all Districts 7 (seven) La Porte Schools Westville South Central 3 (three) New Prairie Schools Tri-Township UNITY Secondary Mild Intervention Programs Kesling Campus

• Intermediate and Middle School Westville
• Middle and High School South Central
• Middle and High School New Prairie
• Middle and High School Tri Township
• Middle and High School UNITY Program for Students with Emotional Disabilities (ELBS) Program for Applied Skills (Life Skills) Blind/Low Vision Deaf/Hard of Hearing Assistive Technology Diagnostic Staff Speech Staff Behavior Consultant Staff Occupational Therapists and Physical Therapists Paraprofessionals Interpreters Juvenile Service Center Orthopedically Impaired (under Mild Interventions) Traumatic Brain Injury (under Mild Interventions) Transition Programs, job coaches, vocational, community jobs, (ASPIRE)

Evaluations:

An Annual evaluation is completed by the Director of Special Education, with input from the Superintendents and building administrators of the local districts served. Application Statement By submitting this application I authorize LaPorte Community School Corporation to check my employment history including, without limitation, evaluations, criminal arrest and conviction record, reference checks, and any investigatory information possessed by any private or public employer or any state, local, or federal agency. I further authorize those persons, agencies, or entities that the La Porte Community School Corporation contacts in connection with my employment application to fully provide the La Porte Community School Corporation any information on the matters set forth above. I expressly waive, in connection with any request for or provision of information, any claims, including without limitation, defamation, emotional distress, invasion of privacy, or interference with contractual relations that I might otherwise have against the La Porte Community School Corporation, its agents and officials, or against any provider of such information. It is also understood and agreed that any misrepresentation, by me, in this application will be sufficient cause for cancellation of this application or separation from the employer's service if I have been employed. Before an individual (permanent or substitute) can work with students or have his/her name submitted for approval to the Board of School Trustees, the candidate must complete the background check authorization (at a cost of $15.00-cash or check) and the background check must receive a "cleared" rating. Additionally, the individual must complete a federal I-9 form (providing appropriate identification documents); tax forms; a direct-deposit form (with an attached voided check); and, view training videos at the Educational Services Center (approximately one hour in length). Special Education Supervisor 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars La Porte, IN Full-time LaPorte Community School Corporation 7 reviews Full-time Hear what our teachers say about LaPorte Community School Corporation Special Education Supervisor Position for the 2026-2027 school year

Reports To:

Director of Special Education Calendar:

210

Days Qualifications, Education, and Licensure:

The Supervisor for Special Education Services must be able to perform the attached essential job functions and satisfactorily demonstrate the competencies for Administrative Staff. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Requirements for

District Supervisor:

Administrative license in the state of Indiana (Education Administration or Director's licensure). Certification in Special Education in the state of Indiana. Possess a good working knowledge of Federal and State Special Education laws and regulations. Can develop appropriate procedures as it pertains to Special Education law for certified staff to follow. Minimum of five years experience in providing services to Special Education students (preferred). Commitment to team concept. Strong work ethic. Impeccable integrity. Child-centered philosophy. Strong organizational skills and ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people. Effective communication skills in writing, speaking, and listening. Preferred experiences for

Supervisor Candidates:

Administrative experiences as it relates to Special Education. Demonstrated leadership and management responsibilities. Experience in building capacity for professional staff and parents. Knowledge and experience in supervision and evaluation of staff. Knowledge and experience dealing with technology for instruction and management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Special Education Supervisor is responsible for all Special Education and related services provided in the local districts in conjunction with the Director of Special Education. Specifically, the Supervisor is responsible for:

Staff Responsibilities:

Recruiting, interviewing, and recommending certified and classified staff for employment. Conducting certified staff evaluations, coordinating teacher support plans, and making recommendations for re-employment and/or dismissal to the South La Porte County Special Education Cooperative's Director. (Evaluations are done in conjunction with district Principals in each building) Providing supervision in classrooms, itinerant, related service, and diagnostic staff for all Special Education programs in the districts. Providing facilitation for curriculum modifications and material selections. Providing information to school personnel and parents on Special Education law, techniques, and current practices. Reviewing and monitoring special Education files and procedures. Reviewing student IEPs to guarantee compliance with the State and Federal guidelines and requirements. Coordinating and conducting meetings and in-services for Special Education and General Education staff as determined necessary. Meeting routinely with district and itinerant staff. Continually evaluating caseloads, assignments, and appropriate delivery of service in the programs that he/she is assigned. Taking responsibility for initiatives that he/she has displayed strength in and follow through to completion in conjunction with the Special Education Administrative Team.

Case Conference and Student Program Responsibilities:

Chair all Manifestation Determination Case Conferences when expulsion is considered. Participate as a Case Conference team member as appropriate. Depending on area of supervision

• Chair and coordinate all State School (Indiana School for the Deaf and Indiana School for the Blind) conferences for students within the districts served. Depending on area of supervision
• Chair nonpublic and home school conferences, assure that the services are developed and implemented. Depending on area of supervision
• Chair all Alternative/Residential Case Conferences in conjunction with the Director, assuring development and submission of the application, monitor renewal application, and submit, if needed, within the timeframe designated by Department of Education.

Monitor the services, maintain contact, and visit students placed in alternative settings within or outside of our community. Inform Director of all staff needs and changes within the Cooperative in a timely manner. Administrative and other

Responsibilities:

Work administrative contracted hours and days, yet maintain flexibility as determined by the Cooperative. Provide informational presentations as requested by the Director to the Local District Superintendents Board of Managers (Advisory Board). Participate in the development of long and short-range Cooperative objectives and planned activities. Maintain a high standard of professional ethics, honesty, and integrity during the performance of all responsibilities. Support the philosophy, policy, and procedures of the Cooperative and the school districts that are served. Assume responsibility for personal professional growth and development by keeping current with literature, new research findings, improved techniques, curriculum, and by attending professional meetings. Attend appropriate administrative meetings as requested by the Director and Superintendents. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of South La Porte County Special Education Cooperative. Areas of Supervision within the

Cooperative:

Little Learners Early Childhood Center (Preschool) Elementary Mild Intervention Programs in all Districts 7 (seven) La Porte Schools Westville South Central 3 (three) New Prairie Schools Tri-Township UNITY Secondary Mild Intervention Programs Kesling Campus

• Intermediate and Middle School Westville
• Middle and High School South Central
• Middle and High School New Prairie
• Middle and High School Tri Township
• Middle and High School UNITY Program for Students with Emotional Disabilities (ELBS) Program for Applied Skills (Life Skills) Blind/Low Vision Deaf/Hard of Hearing Assistive Technology Diagnostic Staff Speech Staff Behavior Consultant Staff Occupational Therapists and Physical Therapists Paraprofessionals Interpreters Juvenile Service Center Orthopedically Impaired (under Mild Interventions) Traumatic Brain Injury (under Mild Interventions) Transition Programs, job coaches, vocational, community jobs, (ASPIRE)

Evaluations:

An Annual evaluation is completed by the Director of Special Education, with input from the Superintendents and building administrators of the local districts served. Application Statement By submitting this application I authorize LaPorte Community School Corporation to check my employment history including, without limitation, evaluations, criminal arrest and conviction record, reference checks, and any investigatory information possessed by any private or public employer or any state, local, or federal agency. I further authorize those persons, agencies, or entities that the La Porte Community School Corporation contacts in connection with my employment application to fully provide the La Porte Community School Corporation any information on the matters set forth above. I expressly waive, in connection with any request for or provision of information, any claims, including without limitation, defamation, emotional distress, invasion of privacy, or interference with contractual relations that I might otherwise have against the La Porte Community School Corporation, its agents and officials, or against any provider of such information. It is also understood and agreed that any misrepresentation, by me, in this application will be sufficient cause for cancellation of this application or separation from the employer's service if I have been employed. Before an individual (permanent or substitute) can work with students or have his/her name submitted for approval to the Board of School Trustees, the candidate must complete the background check authorization (at a cost of $15.00-cash or check) and the background check must receive a "cleared" rating. Additionally, the individual must complete a federal I-9 form (providing appropriate identification documents); tax forms; a direct-deposit form (with an attached voided check); and, view training videos at the Educational Services Center (approximately one hour in length).