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Saginaw ISD Local Education Agency - LEA Special Education Director 260 days in Saginaw, Michigan
SAGINAW INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT Position Title: Local Education Agency (LEA) Special Education Director (260 days) Classification: Administration / Non-Bargaining -- Grade 3 Salary Range: $106,804 -- $112,211 Department: Special Education / Saginaw Public Schools Reports To: SISD Executive Director of Special Education and Director of Special Education & LEA Executive Director of Student Services
General Summary of Position {#general-summary-of-position data-start="630" end="661"}
The Special Education Director works under the direction of the Saginaw ISD Executive Director of Special Education, the SISD Director of Special Education, and in conjunction with the LEA Executive Director and Superintendent of Saginaw Public Schools.
This position provides leadership at either the elementary or secondary level in the administration and management of Special Education Programs and all activities adjunct to Special Education. The LEA Director supports Special Education instructional staff, including evaluation of assigned SISD Special Education Supervisor(s) and district support staff.
The Director ensures district programs and services operate in compliance with special education rules and that students' IEPs are legally compliant and implemented correctly. Responsibilities also include maximizing learning outcomes for Special Education students, overseeing curriculum and assessment related to Special Education, ensuring compliance with state and federal laws, and delivering high-quality customer service to district staff and the public.
Essential Job Responsibilities {#essential-job-responsibilities data-start="1748" end="1782"}
Serve as the lead Special Education Administrator for the district at either the Elementary or Secondary level in coordination with Special Education Supervisor(s) and LEA Special Education Administration.
Administer district Special Education Programs and Services in alignment with Federal, State, and ISD mandates, including:
Development and review of curriculum for Students with Disabilities
Development of Special Education programs and services for ages 0--26
Establishing and maintaining Special Education Graduation Requirements
Implementing Transition Requirements
Developing pre-referral and referral systems
Developing needs assessments and high-quality professional development
Assist Special Education Teachers with the selection, procurement, and dissemination of specialized materials.