The Ulster BOCES Center for Innovative Teaching & Learning (CITL) Student-Based Programs is seeking a Director, Special Education for a full-time, 12-month position. The chosen candidate will be challenged with providing each student with an educational experience focused on preparing them for a bright and successful future.

Center for Innovative Teaching & Learning Student-Based Programs

Ulster BOCES provides programs for students ages five through twenty-one who are identified as needing specialized programs and/or supports according to their Individualized Education Program (IEP). The programs offered at the Ulster BOCES Center for Innovative Teaching & Learning have been developed and are offered to meet the specific needs of our students in order to assist them in realizing their potential to achieve both academically and socially.

The Position

The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and experienced educational leader who is committed to maintaining and encouraging a climate of excellence for students, faculty, and the community. This candidate will also have several years of experience in Special Education as well as experience leading a comprehensive educational program.

Appropriate NYS Certification (SBL and SDL) and fingerprinting required.

Ulster BOCES offers a regionally competitive salary and benefits. Salary Range: $155,000 to $175,000.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordination and partnership with districts, families and outside agencies, providing support to building principals in the areas of CSE meetings, programs and related services, IEP development and implementation, manifestation hearings, student intakes and K-12 professional development opportunities.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

• Coordinates and partners with district CSE Chairs in preparation for and follow up to annual reviews, program reviews, and new entrant meetings.
• Works cooperatively with districts, parents, staff and outside agencies in providing program and service recommendations.
• Works cooperatively with all building staff to ensure that IEPs are accurately prepared and implemented in compliance with all regulations.
• Works with the Special Education IEP Coordinator: establishes an intake team and process, communicates effectively with districts, coordinates intake appointments, and consults with staff in making intake recommendations.
• Assists in hiring, supervising, and evaluating Special Education staff.
• Coordinates related and itinerant services in the areas of staffing and supervision.
• Coordinates and partners with districts and building administration for summer school preparation and implementation.
• Keeps well informed of all NYS laws and regulations pertaining to special education compliance, laws and services.
• Demonstrates professional growth through keeping current with new literature, research, and techniques; attends professional meetings and conferences.
• Serves as a resource to faculty and staff and supports professional development to individuals and groups identified by the District Superintendent or designee.
• Attends manifestation hearings.
• Assists in developing programs and services based on in-depth knowledge of current programs, data and best practices.
• Assists in offering agency-wide support.
• Is flexible and assumes other duties as assigned by the District Superintendent or designee.
• Assists with Teacher Evaluations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• NYS Certificate of Advanced Study in Education Administration
• NYS Certification - School Building Leader (SBL) and School District Leader (SDL)
• Solid knowledge of CSE guidelines and regulations as related to Special Education services
• Ability to deal effectively with people and problem solve
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (oral, written and digital)
• Ability to work with all constituents
• Three to five years' experience in a school/district setting
• Participation as a member of CSE
• Ability to travel between locations with car

AGENCY OVERVIEW

Our Mission:
At Ulster BOCES, our mission is to provide high quality shared educational, administrative, and technical services that will enable component school districts to develop the capacity of their students and adults to achieve higher standards of performance. With an emphasis on economic efficiencies, Ulster BOCES is committed to offering educational programs that enable all students to prepare for employment and/or post-secondary education.

The Ulster County Board of Cooperative Education Services is an educational agency serving eight component school districts. They are: Ellenville Central School District • Highland Central School District • Kingston City Schools Consolidated • New Paltz Central School District • Onteora Central School District • Rondout Valley Central School District • Saugerties Central School District • Wallkill Central School District

BENEFITS
Generous health insurance, dental and vision benefits. Paid time off. New York state retirement system membership and 403(b) tax-sheltered annuities plan. Flexible spending plan, disability benefits, employee assistance program and tuition reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ulster County Board of Cooperative Educational Services Non-Discrimination Statement

The Board of Cooperative Educational Services, Sole Supervisory District of Ulster County (“BOCES”), does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex (including sexual harassment and sexual violence), gender identity, sexual orientation (“sexual orientation” means heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, or asexuality), political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, weight, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected status in regard to employment opportunities or educational/vocational programs or activities which it operates. All inquiries regarding BOCES Non-Discrimination policies and/or complaints regarding violation(s) of these policies should be directed to Amanda Stokes, Assistant Superintendent for Administration & COO in one of the following manners:

By E-Mail: complianceofficer@ulsterboces.org
By Mail: 175 Route 32 North, New Paltz, New York, 12561
By Telephone: (845) 255-1400

Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX and its implementing regulation and/or complaints regarding violation(s) of these provisions can be referred to the Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights, 32 Old Slip, 26th Floor, New York, NY 10005-2500, Telephone: (646) 428-3900, FAX: (646) 428-3843; TDD: (800) 877-8339; E-Mail: OCR.NewYork@ed.gov.