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Mesa Public Schools

Site Leader - Mesa Center Success

Mesa Public Schools, Arizona City, Arizona, United States, 85123

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Forbes named Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizona for multiple years.

East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.

Employment Type Full-time

Base Salary $70,491.00

Calendar Certified Exempt, 239 workdays

Benefits Sick leave, holidays, matched retirement through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance

Performance Pay Available annually

New Hire Experience $500 for each full-time year of certified teaching or verified like experience

New Hire Education $65/hour of graduate level credits: BA +45 hours max, MA +60 hours max $1000 for advanced degrees

Job Summary This position is designed to provide administrative support to the Mesa Center for Success site.

Candidates must complete an

on-line

application which requires appropriate Arizona certification, valid IVP Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card, evidence of highly qualified status, three letters of recommendation, and transcript of credits.

Key Responsibilities

Provide department leadership and coaching related to the delivery of specialized instruction for students with disabilities

Support site-based staff in adhering to compliance of Individual Education Plans and other special education documentation (MET, Progress Reports, etc.) by completing compliance checklists prior to documents being sent to special education records

Assist with the development of master schedule and with scheduling of special education students

Facilitate and serve as the District Representative for IEP meetings, when necessary

Assist with and participate in staff meetings at the district and campus as assigned

Assist with coordination of district and state testing for students requiring accommodations and alternate assessments

Coordinate and facilitate training at the site and provide instructional support to special education teachers

Assist with supervision of student extracurricular programs.

Assist the principal in the general administration of the school and assume the role and responsibility for the principal in his/her absence.

Assist in the development and implementation of the instructional program, helping to provide leadership for implementation of Arizona academic standards addressed in the District’s curriculum.

Assist in maintaining student discipline.

Administer school rules regarding attendance

Assist in the evaluations of classified and certificated staff

Assist in the selection of school personnel

Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in education, special education, or a related field

Valid Arizona Teacher Certification

A minimum of five years of successful experience as a teacher in a special education classroom.

Experience in a leadership role (assistant principal, department head, etc.)

Demonstrated experience managing IEP processes, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and working with parents/guardians

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in educational leadership, special education or curriculum and instruction

Skills & Competencies

Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate

Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community

Knowledge of ADE compliance processes

Effective organizational ability in all aspects of educational programs

Effective professional relationships with students, teachers, administrators, parents and the community

Ability to manage crisis intervention and support behavioral management plans

Expertise in differentiated instruction, curriculum design, and assessment for students with disabilities

Strategic planning skills to align programs with the district's vision

Skill in effective decision making

Ability to communicate effectively with faculty and staff

Forward-looking in educational views and evidence of a willingness to accept change

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Classroom and office setting within a high school campus

Frequent travel between and within classrooms observing and supporting teacher practice sand student needs

May involve extended hours in the morning, evening, or weekends for IEP meetings, conferences, or special events

High pressure managing crisis, such as behavioral incidents, safety concerns, emotional needs or urgent compliance deadlines

May occasionally lift or carry instructional materials, devices, or supplies up to 25lbs.

Can require long hours at a desk or standing while interacting with staff and students

Frequent use of computers and other technology for data management, communication, and planning

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.

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