Detroit Public Schools Community District
ESE Supervisor - Autism Spectrum Disorders
Detroit Public Schools Community District, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228
Job Description
Job Title
Position Title:
ESE Supervisor - Autism Spectrum Disorders
Location:
Central Office
Salary:
$88,983 - $110,736
Reports to:
ESE Executive Director - ACT 18 Programs
Bargaining Unit:
OSAS
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Telecommuting Eligibility:
Based upon approval of Supervisor
Position Summary:
The Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Supervisor for Autism Programs works under the direction of the Executive Director of Act 18 Programs and Separate Facilities or designee to coordinate, monitor, and evaluate the comprehensive continuum of services in the District's Autism Programs. In collaboration with District and community stakeholders, the Autism Program Supervisor will ensure students with exceptionalities are provided with sound educational programs, experiences, and services commensurate with their needs and abilities. The Autism Program Supervisor serves as a resource to parents, district personnel, and the community.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Candidates for this position must present evidence of graduate credit in three of the following areas: School Administration and Organization, Curriculum Development/Planning, School Law and School Finance, School Community Relations, School Social Work and Supervision.
• Preparation must include systematic study and knowledge in the following areas: curriculum, administrative and supervisory procedures, evaluation methods and procedures, in-service development, school social work, learning theories, and teaching methodologies.
• Applicants must show evidence of a master's degree in special education or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Applicants must possess or be able to obtain an Exceptional Student Education Supervisor and approval through the Michigan Department of Education.
• Preparation must include systematic study and knowledge in the following areas: child growth and development, learning theories and teaching methodologies, school social work, and assessment of educational needs.
• Applicants must possess and provide evidence of: Valid State of Michigan Teacher Certificate in Exceptional Student Education and/or related field, and School Administrator Certificate.
Experience:
• Candidates must present evidence of a minimum of five (5) years' successful teaching experience, or a minimum of (5) years successful practice as a school social worker, three of which must be as a contract teacher, teacher consultant in a state-approved special education program.
• Candidates with prior administrative experience are preferred.
• Candidates should also have the following special qualifications: special competence pertaining to instructional materials and equipment specially designed or used by persons with autism.
• Knowledge of best instructional practices geared to autism.
• Knowledge of general, modified, and alternate curricula.
• Knowledge of appropriate assistive technology for students with autism.
• Knowledge of agencies that broaden the transition capabilities of students with autism.
• Knowledge of current rules and regulations relating to monitoring students with autism.
Essential Functions:
Under the direction of the Executive Director, Office of Exceptional Student Education Department, the Supervisor will:
1. Provide direct support to teachers and paraprofessionals on the best practices and scientific research-based practices that can improve the learning outcomes for students identified as Autism Developmental Disorder (ASD).
2. Provide consultation and leadership to principals, curriculum leaders, and other general and special education staff in methods that increase opportunities for students with moderate to severe impairment to be mainstreamed with their non-handicapped peers.
3. Provide coaching demonstrations and professional development that lead to the accomplishment of district and department goals, including activities relating to current best practices in classroom management and planning for the alignment of curriculum, academic instruction, social-emotional instruction, and assessment.
4. Ensure that support services are provided to students in accordance with all applicable federal/state/county requirements and district policies, goals, and procedures.
5. Assist with the recruitment, hiring, monitoring, and evaluation of instructional and support staff.
6. Attend/Direct Individualized Education Planning Team (IEPT) meetings as required.
7. Maintain ongoing communication with community agencies to establish and implement extended-year programs for visually impaired students.
8. Assist with the development of Individual Development Plans to improve the performance of new and marginal teachers.
9. Monitor special education programs to ensure alignment of special education instruction and assessment with District curriculum standards and assessment program.
10. Supervise instructional, non-instructional, and support staff and evaluate staff performance in keeping with district polices and guidelines.
Security Clearance:
Internal Applicants
If you are a current Detroit Public Schools Community District employee, you do not have to submit a new security clearance, unless your new role requires a different type of criminal background check.
External Applicants
In alignment with Michigan law, if you are hired to fill a position, you will be required to submit to a Detroit Public Schools Community District criminal background check. Information regarding required background checks will be shared at the point of hiring.
Method of Application:
Applicants must apply through the online application system. Only applications submitted through the online application system will be considered for any posted position and all applications require a resume to be considered.
Successful candidates are required to submit official transcript(s) at point of offer to hire. Teaching service outside of the Detroit Public Schools Community District must be verified by the applicant's prior employer(s) prior to hire. It is the applicant's responsibility to provide all documentation (including copies) as requested.
Applicants requesting assistance during the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources via email at [email protected] or phone at (313) 873-6897.
DPSCD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, Contact the Civil Rights Coordinator for more information at (313) 240-4377 or detroitk12.org/compliance.
Job Title
Position Title:
ESE Supervisor - Autism Spectrum Disorders
Location:
Central Office
Salary:
$88,983 - $110,736
Reports to:
ESE Executive Director - ACT 18 Programs
Bargaining Unit:
OSAS
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Telecommuting Eligibility:
Based upon approval of Supervisor
Position Summary:
The Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Supervisor for Autism Programs works under the direction of the Executive Director of Act 18 Programs and Separate Facilities or designee to coordinate, monitor, and evaluate the comprehensive continuum of services in the District's Autism Programs. In collaboration with District and community stakeholders, the Autism Program Supervisor will ensure students with exceptionalities are provided with sound educational programs, experiences, and services commensurate with their needs and abilities. The Autism Program Supervisor serves as a resource to parents, district personnel, and the community.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Candidates for this position must present evidence of graduate credit in three of the following areas: School Administration and Organization, Curriculum Development/Planning, School Law and School Finance, School Community Relations, School Social Work and Supervision.
• Preparation must include systematic study and knowledge in the following areas: curriculum, administrative and supervisory procedures, evaluation methods and procedures, in-service development, school social work, learning theories, and teaching methodologies.
• Applicants must show evidence of a master's degree in special education or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Applicants must possess or be able to obtain an Exceptional Student Education Supervisor and approval through the Michigan Department of Education.
• Preparation must include systematic study and knowledge in the following areas: child growth and development, learning theories and teaching methodologies, school social work, and assessment of educational needs.
• Applicants must possess and provide evidence of: Valid State of Michigan Teacher Certificate in Exceptional Student Education and/or related field, and School Administrator Certificate.
Experience:
• Candidates must present evidence of a minimum of five (5) years' successful teaching experience, or a minimum of (5) years successful practice as a school social worker, three of which must be as a contract teacher, teacher consultant in a state-approved special education program.
• Candidates with prior administrative experience are preferred.
• Candidates should also have the following special qualifications: special competence pertaining to instructional materials and equipment specially designed or used by persons with autism.
• Knowledge of best instructional practices geared to autism.
• Knowledge of general, modified, and alternate curricula.
• Knowledge of appropriate assistive technology for students with autism.
• Knowledge of agencies that broaden the transition capabilities of students with autism.
• Knowledge of current rules and regulations relating to monitoring students with autism.
Essential Functions:
Under the direction of the Executive Director, Office of Exceptional Student Education Department, the Supervisor will:
1. Provide direct support to teachers and paraprofessionals on the best practices and scientific research-based practices that can improve the learning outcomes for students identified as Autism Developmental Disorder (ASD).
2. Provide consultation and leadership to principals, curriculum leaders, and other general and special education staff in methods that increase opportunities for students with moderate to severe impairment to be mainstreamed with their non-handicapped peers.
3. Provide coaching demonstrations and professional development that lead to the accomplishment of district and department goals, including activities relating to current best practices in classroom management and planning for the alignment of curriculum, academic instruction, social-emotional instruction, and assessment.
4. Ensure that support services are provided to students in accordance with all applicable federal/state/county requirements and district policies, goals, and procedures.
5. Assist with the recruitment, hiring, monitoring, and evaluation of instructional and support staff.
6. Attend/Direct Individualized Education Planning Team (IEPT) meetings as required.
7. Maintain ongoing communication with community agencies to establish and implement extended-year programs for visually impaired students.
8. Assist with the development of Individual Development Plans to improve the performance of new and marginal teachers.
9. Monitor special education programs to ensure alignment of special education instruction and assessment with District curriculum standards and assessment program.
10. Supervise instructional, non-instructional, and support staff and evaluate staff performance in keeping with district polices and guidelines.
Security Clearance:
Internal Applicants
If you are a current Detroit Public Schools Community District employee, you do not have to submit a new security clearance, unless your new role requires a different type of criminal background check.
External Applicants
In alignment with Michigan law, if you are hired to fill a position, you will be required to submit to a Detroit Public Schools Community District criminal background check. Information regarding required background checks will be shared at the point of hiring.
Method of Application:
Applicants must apply through the online application system. Only applications submitted through the online application system will be considered for any posted position and all applications require a resume to be considered.
Successful candidates are required to submit official transcript(s) at point of offer to hire. Teaching service outside of the Detroit Public Schools Community District must be verified by the applicant's prior employer(s) prior to hire. It is the applicant's responsibility to provide all documentation (including copies) as requested.
Applicants requesting assistance during the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources via email at [email protected] or phone at (313) 873-6897.
DPSCD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, Contact the Civil Rights Coordinator for more information at (313) 240-4377 or detroitk12.org/compliance.