Supervisor MSD ECE

Jefferson County Public Schools · Louisville, United States

Supervisor Ece Msd Division Exceptional Child Education

Provides technical assistance to district and school staff in meeting the needs of students with moderate and severe disabilities and adhering to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Monitors implementation and effectiveness of assigned ECE programs; professional learning; and leads effort to improve outcomes for students with significant support needs.

Assists designated supervisor in short-range and long-range planning to improve outcomes for students with disabilities. Provides leadership, consultation, and technical assistance to district and school-based staff regarding programing and services for students with moderate and severe disabilities. Collaborates with school and District staff to provide professional learning and technical assistance to address achievement and opportunity gaps and improve outcomes for students with disabilities. Researches current practices in ECE program area(s) to address achievement and opportunity gaps and improve outcomes for students with disabilities. Assures compliance with District ECE policies/ procedures, Kentucky Administrative (KAR), IDEA, and any applicable licensure board requirements. Communicates and assists parents with understanding of ECE programs. Collaborates with District and school staff for continuous improvement of ECE program area(s) to address achievement and opportunity gaps. Assists with development of reports as required. Completes all trainings and other compliance requirements as assigned and by the designated deadline. Adheres to all district data-entry requirements and established timelines across all designated systems, including the accurate and timely completion of documentation for Medicaid billing and other compliance-related data needs. Conducts comprehensive student record reviews as needed to ensure compliance with KARs, IDEA, Alternate Assessment, district auditing standards, and Section 504/ADA regulations. Completes district-required ARC Chair training and assumes responsibility for chairing meetings as designated, ensuring all proceedings and documentation strictly adhere to due process requirements. Maintains knowledge of federal and state special education regulations, Kentucky Department of Education guidance, district procedures, and evidence-based practices related to students with significant disabilities. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

This work is conducted in an office setting. This position has inside environmental conditions with protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes or atmospheric conditions while working on performance responsibilities. This position requires the following physical activities rarely (up to 25% of the workweek): balancing, bending, climbing, crawling, crouching, kneeling, and reaching. The following physical activities are required occasionally (up to 50% of the workweek): driving, lifting up to 20 lbs., pulling up to 20 lbs., pushing up to 20 lbs., standing, and walking. Feeling, grasping, hearing, and talking are required frequently (up to 75% of the workweek). Repetitive motions and visual acuity are required constantly (up to 100% of the workweek).

Master's Degree or higher with a Kentucky certification in Director of Special Education or instructional leadership or Supervision or Certification in School Counseling or Exceptional Children Consultant. Kentucky teacher certification in Special Education- Moderate and Severe Disabilities or an equivalent certification. Three (3) years of successful experience in teaching special education or equivalent professional experience in area of assignment. Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations regarding programs for exceptional children. Effective communication skills. Experience chairing, facilitating, or supporting ARC meetings processes. Safe Crisis Management Certification or willingness to obtain it. Experience in a diverse workplace.