About this role
Job Information
Job Title
Special Education Department Chair
Department
School Based
Reports To:
Building Administrator
FLSA Status
Exempt
Work Calendar
Licensed 220 Day Staff (11 Month)
Salary Scale
Teacher Salary Scale
Job Summary and Purpose
The Department Chair of Special Education provides direct oversight to all special education and Student
Education Committee (SEC) responsibilities for their school. The Chair will work collaboratively with both general education and special education personnel to implement appropriate programming for students with and without disabilities to ensure all learners receive the support they need to excel. Successful candidates will bring deep knowledge of special education practices and requirements, along with excellent organizational and communication skills.
Work Objectives/Essential Functions
Maintain and manage special education and student support services for the school
- Consult with administrators, teachers, parents, and other appropriate individuals regarding the special education needs of students
- Maintain and manage all special education, and SEC processes for the entire building, including maintenance of meeting schedules and documentation files for individual students
- Collaborate with the Departments of Special Education and Student Services for special scenarios and circumstances to ensure appropriate services
- Serve as the administrative designee in Individual Education Plan (IEP), SEC, and eligibility meetings
- Participates cooperatively with intervention teams, Eligibility Committee, and IEP teams to assist in the development and revision of plans for students
- Compile, maintain, and file all reports and other documentation to comply with all relevant federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies
- Assist in providing professional learning and other resources for school personnel to build understanding of differentiation of instruction, students with disabilities, and other relevant topics
- Supports the coordination of ESY services
Education and Experience
Education Attainment (Required)
Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a degree in special education or significant coursework regarding services for students with special needs
Education Attainment (Preferred)
Relevant Experience (Required)
Three (3) or more years of experience teaching students with special needs
Relevant Experience (Preferred)
Experience with individually administered educational assessments
Industry Licensure or Certifications (Required)
Hold or be eligible for a valid Professional License issued by the Virginia Department of Education with an endorsement in special education
Industry Licensure or Certifications (Preferred)
Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge
- Relevant laws and regulations for special education and Section 504
- Research and practices in student diversity in development and learning
- SCPS curriculum and instruction programs
- Appropriate academic and behavioral intervention for students with and without disabilities at the grade levels of the assigned school
- Skills
- Student performance data analysis
- Administration and interpretation of individual educational assessments
- Abilities
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing with diverse audiences
- Present information to administrators, staff, and families
- Demonstrate problem-solving skills and data-driven decision making
- Work cooperatively in a team environment to meet goals
- Organize and perform work independently
- Work on multiple projects while meeting all deadlines
- Show sustained effort and enthusiasm in quality and quantity of work
Core Expectations of All Stafford Schools Employees
- Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to position.
- Respond to written and oral requests for information promptly and thoroughly.
- Maintain a clean, neat appearance and dress appropriate to position and duties.
- Maintain a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality.
- Serve as a role model for students, colleagues, and the general public.
- Work in close harmony with supervisor(s) and colleagues.
- Comply with all division policies and regulations, including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality and professional conduct, as well as all site-based procedures and protocols.
Weight Demands
Rarely
Occasionally
Frequently
Lifting – 1–25 lbs
X
Lifting – 26–50 lbs
X
Lifting – 50+ lbs
X
Carrying – 1–25 lbs
X
Carrying – 26–50 lbs
X
Carrying – 50+ lbs
X
Pushing/Pulling – 1–25 lbs
X
Pushing/Pulling – 26–50 lbs
X
Pushing/Pulling – 50+ lbs
X
Physical Demands
Rarely
Occasionally
Frequently
Standing
X
Sitting
X
Walking
X
Reaching
X
Turning/Twisting
X
Balancing/Climbing
X
Stooping/Kneeling
X
Crouching/Crawling
X
Classification Details (Completed by Human Resources)
Job Family
TEACHER
Calendar
LICENSED 220 DAYS (11 MONTH) STAFF
Pay Structure
TEACHER PAY SCALE
Position
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS
FLSA Status
EXEMPT
Job Grade
T40-T61
Job Code
2011
Status
ACTIVE
This description is intended to describe the general nature, essential functions, and requirements of the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and tasks, the inclusion of which are considered for job classification purposes.