• Job Description

  Req#: 4563
  Position Type:
  Administration/ Supervisors
  
  
  Date Posted:
  5/28/2025
  
  
  Location:
  McDonald Local Schools
  
  
  Closing Date:
  Until Filled
  
  
  Supervisor of Special Education
  This position will be servicing two districts - McDonald and Maplewood
  Master’s Degree; Standard Ohio Certification/License for Administrative Specialist, Supervisor, Pupil Personnel Services or Pupil Services.
  Three years of successful teaching experience in a Special Education Program. At least one year previous administrative experience in Special Education.
  Outstanding written and verbal communications skills.
  Other appropriate qualifications that may facilitate success in job performance.
  Extensive knowledge of data related to local report card and SPP. Knowledge of and experience in working with the OIP (Ohio Improvement Process) and expectations from the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce.
  Ongoing evaluation of the Special Education curriculum, procedures, and individual student’s needs and progress.
  Supervises and coordinates special education classroom programs.
  Responsible for compiling and maintaining all reports, records, IEP’s etc. that are legally required and useful to program management.
  Interprets the objectives and programs of the Spec. Ed. services to the Board, staff and the public.
  Assist in the referral evaluation, placement, assignment, and re-evaluation of students with regard to Special Education programs and 504 Plans.
  Consults with parents of students enrolled in the program.
  Implements procedures for purchasing special education equipment and supplies.
  Supervises preparation of attendance reports and similar data necessary for reimbursement of funds, and similar fiscal matters.
  Periodically observes teachers under their supervision. Evaluates both professional and paraprofessional staff under their supervision.
  Keeps informed of all legal requirements governing Special Education in the State of Ohio.
  Assists with the professional development of teachers.
  Assists in the adaptation of school procedures to assist special education students’ needs.
  Attends special events held to recognize student achievement, and school sponsored activities.
  Schedules staff assignments.
  Supervises and coordinates home instruction for special needs students.
  Establishes and maintains standards of student conduct and assists in student discipline as necessary, including but not limited to manifestation hearings.
  Meets with non-public school officials to coordinate services and IEP meetings.
  Cooperates with college and university officials regarding teacher training and preparation.
  Attends interagency meetings when appropriate.
  Other duties as may be assigned by the Superintendent.
  As per negotiated agreement
  If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a letter of interest, resume, and background checks to:
  POSITION:
  • Supervisor of Special Education
  • This position will be servicing two districts - McDonald and Maplewood
  QUALIFICATIONS :
  • Master’s Degree; Standard Ohio Certification/License for Administrative Specialist, Supervisor, Pupil Personnel Services or Pupil Services.
  • Three years of successful teaching experience in a Special Education Program. At least one year previous administrative experience in Special Education.
  • Outstanding written and verbal communications skills.
  • Other appropriate qualifications that may facilitate success in job performance.
  • Extensive knowledge of data related to local report card and SPP. Knowledge of and experience in working with the OIP (Ohio Improvement Process) and expectations from the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce.
  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
  • Ongoing evaluation of the Special Education curriculum, procedures, and individual student’s needs and progress.
  • Supervises and coordinates special education classroom programs.
  • Responsible for compiling and maintaining all reports, records, IEP’s etc. that are legally required and useful to program management.
  • Interprets the objectives and programs of the Spec. Ed. services to the Board, staff and the public.
  • Assist in the referral evaluation, placement, assignment, and re-evaluation of students with regard to Special Education programs and 504 Plans.
  • Consults with parents of students enrolled in the program.
  • Implements procedures for purchasing special education equipment and supplies.
  • Supervises preparation of attendance reports and similar data necessary for reimbursement of funds, and similar fiscal matters.
  • Periodically observes teachers under their supervision. Evaluates both professional and paraprofessional staff under their supervision.
  • Keeps informed of all legal requirements governing Special Education in the State of Ohio.
  • Assists with the professional development of teachers.
  • Assists in the adaptation of school procedures to assist special education students’ needs.
  • Attends special events held to recognize student achievement, and school sponsored activities.
  • Schedules staff assignments.
  • Supervises and coordinates home instruction for special needs students.
  • Establishes and maintains standards of student conduct and assists in student discipline as necessary, including but not limited to manifestation hearings.
  • Meets with non-public school officials to coordinate services and IEP meetings.
  • Cooperates with college and university officials regarding teacher training and preparation.
  • Attends interagency meetings when appropriate.
  • Other duties as may be assigned by the Superintendent.
  SALARY:
  • As per negotiated agreement
  APPLICATION PROCESS :
  • If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a letter of interest, resume, and background checks to:
  Mr. Kevin O'Connell, Superintendent
  McDonald Local Schools
  600 Iowa Avenue
  McDonald, OH 44437
  
  
  Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
  The Trumbull County Educational Service Center Governing Board does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services
  
  

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