Description
Compensation & Representation:
The Director of Special Education is a non-represented administrator and is compensated according to the
Non-Represented Administrator Salary Schedule.
Essential Job Functions:
This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed
while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations are made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Works as a member of a team with the Executive Director of Special Services to promote the vision of
Sumner-Bonney Lake School District and Special Services
Works with building principals and staff to improve and implement appropriate instructional programs,
both at the secondary and elementary level
Develops and promotes instructional improvement for special services certificated and classified staff
Assists with the development and implementation of compliance maintenance for preschool through
secondary programs
Assists with assignment, supervision and evaluation of designated staff
Supervises and coordinates student placement in consultation with Special Services Directors, building
principals, parents and staff
Provides information and consultation for parents of students in the district’s special services programs
Provides legal interpretations regarding state and federal regulations for students with disabilities
Assists in the preparation of local, state and federal reporting
Coordinates transitions program including development and evaluation
Coordinates out-of-district student placements, contractual agreements, and agency-related services
Coordinates Extended School Year program
Completes other tasks as assigned by the Superintendent, Assistant Superintendents and/or Executive
Director Special Services
Participates in staff and department meetings
Works collaboratively within the professional learning community of the school and district
Reports to work with regular and reliable attendance and punctuality
Upholds board policy, district and building policies and goals
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work successfully and positively with parents, public and private agencies and staff
Ability to provide leadership in the development and implementation of program goals, objectives and
activities
Ability to assist in the selection of program staff
Ability to communicate clearly, logically and effectively in both oral and written requirements
Ability to be a creative problem solver and to implement decisions
Ability to use technology in data collection for local, state and federal compliance requirements
Knowledge and skill as a special programs instructor, teacher and/or support staff
Knowledge of instructional strategies, models and information to include, but not be limited to:
performance based education, direct instruction, interdisciplinary instruction, effective schools,
curriculum materials, behavioral assessments, secondary transition, professional development, and
coaching
Skills in teaming, group processing and consensus building
Ability to learn new procedures quickly, flexibly and adaptably
Ability to excel in a collaborative team
Exhibits multicultural and ethnic understanding and sensitivity with the capability to communicate
effectively with all cultural groups in the Sumner-Bonney Lake School District
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
Masters degree in special education or related field
Valid Washington Teaching Certificate and/or ESA certificate
Administrative credentials or a successful related experience in administration may be considered
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience as an administrator in special education or related areas
Strong preference for multiple endorsements
Training and experience in de-escalation methods
Training in Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP), and/or Guided Language Acquisition
Design (GLAD)
Experience and/or training with cultural, ethnic and language diversity
Experience in professional learning communities model
Experience in Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS)
Experience or training with multiple learning programs (i.e. Multilingual Learners, Special Education,
Highly Capable, etc.)
