Dean, Special Education (EOY End of Year) at Loudoun County Public Schools

Job OverviewThe Special Education Dean works to ensure the provision of a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) for all students in accordance with all State and Federal guidelines.Roles and ResponsibilitiesThe following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed. This is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities or tasks; work may differ and other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate.Ensure compliance with State and Federal Regulations as they apply to students with disabilities in the public school settingSupervise IEP development reviews and revisions and provision of services in the least restrictive environment to ensure FAPEServe as the designee for IEP meetings as assigned by the building administratorOversee and support the progress of students through the monitoring of specialized programs and services to ensure fidelity of implementation data collection analysis and reportingCoordinate services and provisions for children with disabilities who transfer between schools in Virginia or from a Local Education Agency outside of VirginiaDevelop and maintain a positive communication system with the community staff administration and the School Board OfficeMaintains up-to-date data in Virginia IEP System to include case management assignments document management and finalizing special education documentsProvide professional learning to special education staff and facultyMonitor the implementation of specialized instruction through observations and data analysisAttend Monthly Designee/Dean Meetings and all required trainingsQualificationsBelow are the minimum qualifications for this job. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are also acceptable.Education Masters Degree from an accredited College or UniversityExperience Has a minimum of three (3) years of successful experience in special educationLicenses and Certifications Holds or is eligible for a Virginia Postgraduate Professional License with an endorsement Special Education; endorsement in Administration and Supervision PreK-12 preferredKnowledge Skills and AbilitiesPossesses leadership qualities and personal characteristics necessary to work effectively with students parents teachers administrators and the communityPossesses strong communication writing and presentation skills which demonstrate the ability to assimilate analyze and present information clearly and conciselyPossesses comprehensive knowledge of State and Federal Regulations Governing Students with DisabilitiesPossesses knowledge of specialized instruction and knowledge and experience with school-wide systems to support inclusive practicesPossesses knowledge and experience implementing and analyzing the effectiveness of evidence-based behavior interventions and supportsPhysical RequirementsThe following provides a brief description of physical requirements for this job:While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly talking expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. The employee must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately loudly or quickly. The employee must possess normal cognitive abilities including the ability to learn recall and apply certain practices and policies. Frequently sitting and/or remaining in a stationary position for long periods of time. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift carry push pull or otherwise move objects.Reports to:PrincipalFLSA status: ExemptMonths/Days/Hours:11 months 207 days 7 hours per daySalary Level:Licensed Salary ScaleSalary Scale: Bargaining Unit: Non-Union Key Skills Early Childhood Education,Classroom Experience,Education Administration,Lesson Planning,Special Education,Adult Education,Teaching,Curriculum Development,Administrative Experience,Leadership Experience,Program Development,Supervising Experience Employment Type : Full-Time Department / Functional Area: Administration Experience: years Vacancy: 1