Job Summary:Reporting to the Director of Service Delivery of OSD, the Manager, Special Education Service Delivery is charged with supervising the planning, organization, administration and management of the programs for services for students who present with disabilities. The manager is also responsible for policy, professional, and program development and evaluation, curriculum adoption and development surrounding instructional strategies, practices, and supports. This is a full-time, exempt position that will be paid for time worked on a salary basis.
The Manager, Special Education Service Delivery will be held accountable for the following responsibilities:- Oversee one or more teams of Service Delivery staff providing support in any of the following areas, including but not limited to: Visual Impairment, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, Hospital-based instruction, Early Childhood Special Education, and/or Assistive Technology resources
- Increase collaboration with school-based teams to provide evidence-based instructional services and supports such that all students may access the general education curriculum, especially students with disabilities, in the least restrictive environment
- Build district capacity around special education educational models and evidence-based practices, to ensure that students receive specialized instruction in order to demonstrate a full repertoire of competencies that positively impact student achievement, especially as it pertains to students with disabilities
- Develop structures based upon deep analyses of student, classroom, school, network, and district-level data to promote early access to and acquisition of the skills and competencies required for significant growth and achievement
- Facilitate the creation and implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and transition plans that allow students who present with a disability to realize postsecondary college, career, and independent living goals
- Create and maintain a diversified professional development portfolio for use with parents, educators, and community stakeholders
- Other duties and workstreams as assigned
In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Manager, Special Education Service Delivery must possess the following qualifications: Education Required: - Master's degree in a relevant field from an accredited college or university, required
- Valid teaching certificate/Professional Educator's License (PEL) issued by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) with appropriate content and/or grade level endorsement(s) is required
- Principal endorsement/valid State of Illinois General Administrative Certificate, preferred
Experience Required: - Minimum five (5) years of experience in program development for students with disabilities, planning, monitoring, and coordination
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience teaching special education and/or providing other direct support to students with disabilities
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:- Knowledge of current trends in this area including evidence-based practices
- Ability to provide professional development for educators and other stakeholders
- Ability to promote competence with technology as an ongoing part of student access to information
- Ability to foster an active, cooperative partnership among students, families, schools, and the community at large that promotes student growth and development
- Ability to work with individuals with diverse educational, language, and cultural backgrounds
- Demonstrated expertise in addressing, creating, and/or maintaining programs, projects, and initiatives that address issues of diversity, equity, and social justice
- Ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and to cultivate an atmosphere of cultural responsiveness, respect, and teamwork
- Ability to lead major initiatives from inception to completion and effectively lead project teams and workgroups composed of multidisciplinary units
- Ability to utilize various platforms and software programs for project and program efficiency
- Strong writing and organizational skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of the general education core curriculum and evidence-based strategies for removing barriers that might impact learners with disabilities
Benefits:Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your ChoiceCPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:
Medical Plan Options
Pharmacy
Dental
Vision
Behavioral Health & EAP
Employee Wellness Program
Financial Security: Planning for Today and TomorrowWe understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:
Basic Life Insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
Pension Plans
Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Spot Pet Insurance
Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional LifeCPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:
Paid Leave
Sick Leave
Vacation Days
Parental Leaves
Short-Term Disability
Religious Holidays
Leaves
Reference the Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview or the benefits handbook for comprehensive details.
