Director - Meadowview Center- Programs

SUMMARY

The Director will provide program leadership in collaboration with building leaders and staff to ensure a supportive learning environment for students. Key responsibilities include overseeing curriculum and high-quality instruction, leading data-driven program improvements, monitoring compliance, planning professional development, and partnering with families and community agencies. The Director of Center Programs is also responsible for ensuring the training, coordination, and compliance of special education services at each building site, in collaboration with member district administrators.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

● Lead and oversee the Meadowview School center-based programs, focusing on curriculum development, staff development, and student achievement.

● Ensure the implementation of school improvement strategies, working closely with staff to meet the needs of students.

● Assist parents and students with understanding their legal rights under federal and state special education rules and regulations.

● Set and ensure the effective and efficient achievement of program goals that align with the district's mission, vision, and state school improvement requirements.

● Review student records to determine eligibility and placement in special education programs, in collaboration with local school districts.

● Maintain effective communication with staff, parents, and external agencies regarding the educational and behavioral needs of enrolled students.

● Coordinate transportation services for Meadowview students, ensuring safe and reliable transportation.

● Assist with the preparation and implementation of program budgets, allocating resources effectively for program needs.

● Oversee requisitions, the allocation of instructional materials, and ensure that school facilities are conducive to a quality learning environment.

● Manage personnel processes, including recruitment, selection, hiring, mentoring, professional development, and performance evaluation of staff.

● Maintain a positive school climate that fosters learning, good citizenship, cooperation, and acceptable behavior.

● Supervise and support professional, paraprofessional, and office staff to ensure smooth school operations.

● Lead and coordinate the school improvement planning process, collaborating with relevant

stakeholders.

● Oversee state and district student assessments, ensuring compliance with federal and state

timelines.

● Ensure adherence to state and federal regulations governing special education, including

evaluation, IEP development, and program implementation.

● Develop and revise curricula as needed to meet the evolving needs of students.

● Support the implementation of evidence-based instructional and assessment practices with staff to

meet student needs.

● Other duties as assigned.

The listed tasks are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by a person in

this position and are not an exhaustive list of all job duties performed.

QUALIFICATIONS

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS (If Applicable):

Required

● Valid Michigan Administrator Certificate.

● Valid Michigan teaching certificate with at least (1) endorsement in special education.

● Approval or eligibility for temporary approval as a Director or Supervisor of Special Education by

the Michigan Department of Education.

EDUCATION, TRAINING &

EXPERIENCE:

Required

● A master’s degree in special education administration, supervision, or special education or enrolled

in a program to earn one.

Desired

● Previous special education administrative experience.

● Three (3) or more years of special education teaching experience in a center-based program and/or

working with students with cognitive and/or emotional impairments.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

● Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in the implementation of special education programs and

services, including compliance with state and federal mandates.

● Knowledge of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), including academic and behavioral

intervention strategies to support students with significant needs.

● Strong understanding of instructional practices aligned with Michigan academic standards for

students…