POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION PURPOSE:

The EC Pre-K Program Supervisor is responsible for the administration and supervision of the educational service for Pre-K students with disabilities. The role of this position is to assist the  Director of Exceptional Children with the implementation of a comprehensive program for Pre-K students with disabilities that assesses the needs of students. Other tasks include assigning responsibilities to staff along with the development, implementation and evaluation of strategies to achieve stated objectives. The EC Pre-K Program Supervisor will monitor the effectiveness of  programs and ensure that all are implemented within federal, state, and local regulations.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 

• Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise others in the field of special education 
• Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local policies and procedures regarding Exceptional Children Services 
• Thorough knowledge of current trends, publications, research and laws pertaining to IDEA, FERPA, and EC programs 
• Considerable knowledge of NCDPI rules, regulations and requirements pertaining to EC programs 
• Considerable knowledge of school board policies, procedures and standards regarding education 
• Considerable knowledge of the principles of supervision, organization and administration
• Skill in counseling and developing staff 
• Ability to motivate, influence and shape individuals in order to assure continuous organizational development and improvement 
• Ability to maintain complete and accurate confidential records and statistics and to develop meaningful reports from that information 
• Ability to develop and implement appropriate programs for Exceptional Children
• Ability to assess the effectiveness of programs and activities 
• Ability to interpret educational policies and procedures 
• Ability to work with the EC Director to develop long-range plans 
• Ability to effectively express ideas orally and in writing 
• Ability to make oral presentations before large groups of people 
• Ability to use a computer and current word processing programs, create spreadsheets, and access online tools 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments 
• Ability to use a computer and current word processing programs, create spreadsheets, and access online tools 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments 

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE 

• Master’s Degree from an accredited institution in Special Education 
• Five (5) years minimum teaching special education in a public school setting
• Demonstrated leadership roles in the field of special education 

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS 

• Valid NC licensure in Special Education; Birth -K 
• Valid NC licensure in EC Program Certification 
• Must possess a valid driver’s license issued by the NC Department of Motor Vehicles 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience teaching in a Pre-K setting 
• Experience serving as an EC Department Chair in a public school setting

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. Assist the Director to work in conjunction with the NC State Department of Public Instruction, the Office of Civil Rights, the Office for Special Education Programs, and various other state and local agencies to meet the needs of students 
2. Ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations, policies and procedures
3. Work directly with the EC Director, Chief Academic Officer, Executive Director for Elementary Instruction/Federal Programs and school administrators 
4. Assess staff development needs at the PK level 
5. Design and implement professional development for staff at the PK and district level
6. Consult and collaborate with school based staff and central office staff in all departments regarding individual cases and the interpretation of federal, state and local policies and procedures 
7. Provide Professional Development in the following areas: EasyIEP, Policies for Services Governing Children with Disabilities, COS
8. Assist in program development, coordinate student placement and evaluate service outcomes
9. Assist the Director in preparing and organizing data for NCDPI, OSEP, the Board of Education, the Superintendent and various other departments as necessary 
10. Actively articulate and support the district strategic plan and the superintendent’s goals
11. Serve as an active member of the EC leadership team by articulating a clear philosophy and shared vision of learning 
12. Advance the district’s professional image, promote the district’s mission, philosophy and vision, uphold board policies and implement administrative guidelines/procedures 
13. Build internal/external partnerships that support district goals and enhance student learning
14. Maintain open/effective communications; use problem-solving techniques to tactfully address and resolve questions/concerns 
15. Serve as an information resource, provide staff leadership, engender staff enthusiasm and teamwork; promote a safe, efficient work/learning environment 
16. Facilitate the staff orientation processes. 
17. Express high expectation and provide support to improve staff performance 
18. Participate on district committees 
19. Participate in the hiring process at the school level, as requested 
20. Perform other duties as assigned by the Exceptional Children Director

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this  position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and  skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with  HR review and approval, any time.