Essential Job Functions:

• Directs and assists in the supervision of all special education programs in accordance with local policy, state and federal law and regulations.
• Engages through collaboration with principals and staff to facilitate the inclusion of Special Education at school sites; restructuring of general education for Special Education students; developing goals and objectives for the inclusion of Special Education students; and encouraging innovation to improve the quality of services to students in Special Education.
• Collaborates with principals and other administrators to improve the quality of services, as well as provides consultative service to schools in areas of special education.
• Provides leadership for development of district and division goals and objectives, and program improvement for special education including design, implementation and management of education programs.
• Recommends and manages the budget for special education programs and assists with preparing appropriate reports.
• Provides information regarding current laws and regulations related to special education and assists in the development of policy and procedures related to special education and student services.
• Makes recommendations for facilities required for planned programs.
• Maintains relationship with regional, county, state, and federal agencies.
• Provides professional development for special education personnel and assists in site-based staff development and regular education in-service training addressing the needs of students identified with special needs.
• Provides for the collection and maintenance of student records and other information for special education student rosters and related information; maintains records and compiles reports related to student services.
• Serves as representative of special education on district councils and committees.
• Serves as District representative to Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA).
• Assigns and schedules special education personnel.
• Participates in the selection of personnel for special education and in area of student services.
• Assesses site special education program effectiveness.
• Effectively plans, organizes and implements education programs and student support services.
• Analyzes data and prepares narrative reports related to special education and student services.
• Provide leadership for School Psychologists, Speech and Language Pathologist, Adapted Physical Education Specialists, Non-Public Schools, Preschool programs, OT/PT, and other support specialist.
• Directs the activities of assigned staff, both certificated and classified; appraise performance; provide support, technical direction, and guidance; make employment, transfer, and promotion recommendations.
• Prepares non-public school contracts to the Board of Trustees and supervises or monitors non-public school placements as required.
• Represent the District in mediation and due process hearings regarding individuals with exceptional needs.
• Assists in the areas of general education as it applies to student services including student discipline, safe schools, and related categorical programs; and consults with general education staff.

Other Job Functions:

• Works collaboratively with other divisions and departments to meet District goals and ensure alignment of program, services and operations.
• Directs other special projects and duties as assigned.
• Attends and participates in Education Services meetings and pertinent district, county and state workshops and meetings.
• Stays current with curricular/instructional research and materials through a variety of activities.
• Prepares administrative reports as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Masters degree in education or related field preferred. 

• Three years of successful teaching. 

• Three years of successful School site or District level administration experience preferred. 

• Experience with diverse student and community populations.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities, and/or Physical Requirements:

• Skills to effectively lead and organize; make decisions; multilingual skills desirable; function effectively in high-pressure situations; skills and dexterity to operate PC applications including the District’s standards: Windows, Microsoft Office applications, and telecommunications (e-mail, intra/internet, etc.); use of English language in both written and verbal form to exchange information and make presentations; visually capable to read a variety of documents
• Knowledge of principles, goals, objectives, methods and strategies of school improvement and reform; philosophical, educational, fiscal and legal aspects of public education; procedures, methods, techniques and strategies related to the administration and operation of a school district; standards, curriculum, best instructional practices, strategies and techniques; program and activity evaluation strategies and procedures; and methods, procedures and strategies of instructional leadership.
• Abilities to effectively plan, organize and coordinate the management function of school programs and activities; demonstrate a positive instructional leadership model; effectively work as a member of a team; effectively analyze problems, issues and concerns and formulate appropriate alternative solutions; communicate effectively in oral and written form; establish and maintain effective organization, public and community relationships.

About Berryessa Union School District

Berryessa Union School District is located in the heart of Silicon Valley, nestled against the northeast foothills in San Jose, California. The District serves a community of approximately 45,000 homes and has about 7,200 students enrolled in kindergarten through eighth grade. More than 700 certified and classified Berryessa employees work daily at 10 elementary schools and three middle schools as teachers, administrators, and other support staff. Challenging educational programs, standards-based curriculum, and a strong commitment to excellence produce high pupil achievement. Our pupils master relevant skills and consistently score above average on state and national tests. Our students attend high school in the East Side Union High School District. Representing a beautiful spectrum of ethnic and cultural backgrounds, Berryessa pupils experience a well-coordinated curriculum that reflects the commitment to helping each student achieve her/his potential and interests. Support for all of our students gives each student the opportunity to be a successful learner. We also provide specialized programs in instrumental and choral music, the arts, and physical education and sports.... We have a proud tradition of success for all students and encourage you to browse our site for information about programs and successes. Dr. Roxane Fuentes Superintendent of Schools, Berryessa Union School District

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