• Job Description

  Req#: 3156
  Position Type:
  Administrator/ Assistant Director
  
  
  Date Posted:
  1/22/2024
  
  
  Location:
  ESC
  
  
  Closing Date:
  02/18/2024
  
  
  Advanced Clinical Services
  Home & Community Services
  1306 Programming
  Hearing Support
  Audiological Services
  Vision Support
  Speech & Language Therapy
  Psychological Services
  Medical Assistance (MA) Billing
  Supervisors on Assignment
  Instructional Coaches
  Data Coordinators
  Collaborate with Directors of Student Services to develop and implement compliant programs meeting diverse student needs.
  Provide leadership and supervision to special education staff, conducting regular evaluations for high-quality support.
  Stay informed about federal and state laws, ensuring compliance with regulations for assigned programs.
  Maintain accurate records for students receiving special education services.
  Coordinate professional development for staff, collaborate with parents, guardians, and the community.
  Conduct meetings, workshops, and outreach activities to foster positive relationships.
  Direct program budget development and management, allocating resources effectively.
  Analyze data on student outcomes and program effectiveness, preparing reports for stakeholders.
  Advocate for the rights and needs of students with disabilities in the educational system and community.
  Establish professional relationships with other special education professionals, organizations, and agencies.
  Bachelor’s degree in education, special education, psychology or other related field required.
  Master’s degree in educational leadership, special education, psychology or other related field required.
  Doctorate in School Psychology or related field required.
  Board Certification Behavior Analyst required.
  Seven years’ experience in special education administration required.
  Comprehensive knowledge of state and federal laws and guidelines regarding special education.
  Comprehensive Knowledge of IBHS regulations.
  Technical experience required in the areas of student achievement outcomes, curriculum and instruction, evidence-based interventions, professional development, budget development and management, and inter-agency collaboration.
  PDE Principal certification; or
  PDE Special Education Supervisor certification
  PDE Superintendent Letter of Eligibility required
  The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) has an anticipated opening for an Assistant Director of Student Services, Advanced Clinical Services, Home & Community Services in Downingtown, PA.
  
  Summary of Position:
  The Assistant Director of Student Services (ADSS) is under the direction of the Director of Student Services and provides administrative leadership to special education activities of the Chester Count Intermediate Unit (CCIU) throughout Chester County for all eligible children from Birth though 5. The ADSS leads a large team of skilled and experienced administrators, educators, related service personnel, administrative assistants, etc. in providing a continuum of special education services to students. The ADSS is leading and supporting the team in achieving strong student growth and achievement outcomes. The position requires extensive collaboration within the CCIU and with educational, governmental, and private agencies. This position provides administrative leadership for the following programs:
  • Advanced Clinical Services
  • Home & Community Services
  • 1306 Programming
  • Hearing Support
  • Audiological Services
  • Vision Support
  • Speech & Language Therapy
  • Psychological Services
  • Medical Assistance (MA) Billing
  • Supervisors on Assignment
  • Instructional Coaches
  • Data Coordinators
  Essential Job Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with Directors of Student Services to develop and implement compliant programs meeting diverse student needs.
  • Provide leadership and supervision to special education staff, conducting regular evaluations for high-quality support.
  • Stay informed about federal and state laws, ensuring compliance with regulations for assigned programs.
  • Maintain accurate records for students receiving special education services.
  • Coordinate professional development for staff, collaborate with parents, guardians, and the community.
  • Conduct meetings, workshops, and outreach activities to foster positive relationships.
  • Direct program budget development and management, allocating resources effectively.
  • Analyze data on student outcomes and program effectiveness, preparing reports for stakeholders.
  • Advocate for the rights and needs of students with disabilities in the educational system and community.
  • Establish professional relationships with other special education professionals, organizations, and agencies.
  Qualifications:
  Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in education, special education, psychology or other related field required.
  • Master’s degree in educational leadership, special education, psychology or other related field required.
  • Doctorate in School Psychology or related field required.
  • Board Certification Behavior Analyst required.
  • Seven years’ experience in special education administration required.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of state and federal laws and guidelines regarding special education.
  • Comprehensive Knowledge of IBHS regulations.
  • Technical experience required in the areas of student achievement outcomes, curriculum and instruction, evidence-based interventions, professional development, budget development and management, and inter-agency collaboration.
  Professional Certifications:
  • PDE Principal certification; or
  • PDE Special Education Supervisor certification
  • PDE Superintendent Letter of Eligibility required
  Salary Range:
  Administrators, Level D, $135,831 - $169,788
  CJD
  Equal Opportunity Employer
  Chester County Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Chester County Intermediate Unit ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Chester County Intermediate Unit has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources at 484-237-5085.
  
  
  
  

• About the company

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