MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides leadership and demonstrates knowledge and understanding of secondary education, behavior management, curriculum development, program evaluation, child growth and development, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment, and diagnosis.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• NJDOE Standard Supervisor Certification
• NJDOE Principal CE preferred
• Previous experience working with children with disabilities
• Possess strong background knowledge and skills in Applied Behavior Analysis, Behavior Management, Positive Behavior Supports and evidence based instructional strategies
• Knowledge of Charlotte Danielson’s Framework for Teaching
• Ability to coordinate professional development
• Ability to collaborate with teachers, administrators, staff, parents and sending districts to assure smooth and efficient program activities that meet the needs of the student’s Individualized Education Plans (IEP)
• Required criminal history background check, proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status, proof of acceptable Mantoux test results, and Physical
• Knowledge of applicable Special education laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures including Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
• Analyze situations quickly and accurately and adopt an effective course of action
• Demonstrate excellent organizational skills and the ability to motivate people
• Orientation and assistance for new staff members
• Evaluate lesson plans and observe instruction on a regular basis
• Performs supervisory duties including but not limited to, informal walkthroughs, staff observations, summative evaluations, Student Growth Objectives (SGOs), and Professional Development Plans (PDPs)
• Previous experience as a Special Education Teacher, Related Services Provider, or Child Study Team Member

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborates with staff, parents, and sending districts to meet the needs of students.
• Participate in IEP meetings as needed.
• Assists in identifying, planning, and delivering staff in-service programs as needed to enhance instructional strategies and implementation of behavior intervention.
• Perform such duties as may be assigned by the Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, Director of Student Services and/or Building Principal.
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff.
• Interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Monitor and evaluate progress of student programs towards educational goals and objectives.
• Analyze issues related to educational plans, behavioral problems, educational needs, and activities.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT STATEMENT:

External and internal applicants, as well as employees who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential functions listed on this job description either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. MCSSSD shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law, in the event such a determination becomes necessary.

MCSSSD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY MULTICULTURAL EMPLOYER