| Director,
Division of Programs and Services |
0287 |
| Under direction, plans, coordinates and directs the
administration for the Division of Programs and Services.
Responsible for managing the identification of program
needs in individual school buildings and clusters to
ensure that special education programs are accessible
to all students.
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| Thorough knowledge of federal and state bylaws applying
to students with disabilities and thorough knowledge
of general and special education instructional programs
both within and out of MCPS. Demonstrated knowledge
of due process procedures applying to students with
disabilities. Knowledge of fiscal/budget development
procedures. Ability to organize staff, assign and delineate
responsibilities for effective delivery of a service.
Ability to work collaboratively with principals, Department
of Special Education Programs and Services leadership,
and staff from other agencies. Demonstrated ability
to accomplish short and long range planning aimed at
timely delivery of services. Demonstrated competence
in fiscal planning and budget management. Excellent
oral and written communications and human relations
skills.
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| Masters degree from an accredited college or university
with course work emphasis in special education, human
development or psychology. Doctorate desirable. Minimum
of five years outstanding experience working with severely
disabled students in a variety of areas. Experience
working with parents and other community agencies. Experience
in preparing budget documents and financial reports.
Other combinations of applicable education, training,
and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities,
and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position
may be considered. |
| Meets Maryland state certification requirements for
supervisor and principal or administrator I. |
| (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) None |
| (Frequent overtime
or night work required, etc.) Attendance at evening Board of Education and other
school system meetings. |
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Provides management and direction for the Division
of Programs and Services.
Oversees the identification of program needs in individual
school buildings and clusters to ensure special education
programs and services are accessible to all students.
Oversees the administration of special schools for
students with disabilities; monitors the development
and implementation of School Improvement Management
Plans that address identified school needs and support
the Success for Every Student Plan.
Serves as liaison between the director of the Department
of Special Education and general education school administrators
on issues related to special education staffing and
programming.
Assists general and special education staff in implementing
an effective instructional program, the MCPS Program
of Studies, and the Success for Every Student plan for
students with disabilities.
Develops effective partnerships among families, the
community, other county agencies, business and stage
agencies to promote the success of students with disabilities.
Oversees the provision of related services that support
students with disabilities in their instructional program.
Oversees management of fiscal accounts and expenditures
for special education programs and services.
Works with general and special education administrators
and special education staff to coordinate and implement
the annual review process.
Serves as liaison with MSDE and Infants and Toddlers.
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