Anticipated Special Education Director

Anticipated Special Education Director

St James School District R1
St. James R-1 School District - Saint James, Missouri
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Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 02, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

ST. JAMES R-1 SCHOOL DISTRICT

CERTIFIED POSITION DESCRIPTION

Title:
Anticipated Special Education Director

F.L.S.A. Exempt

Qualifications:

• Missouri Advanced Administrative Certificate.
• Qualify for Special Education Administrator’s endorsement.
• A minimum of 3 years of successful teaching experience in Special Education is preferred.
• Successful administrative experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills.

Reports To: Assistant Superintendent

Job Goal:

The Special Education Director position requires the organization and administration of special education and related services to students with disabilities. The Director ensures that educational services are provided according to local policy, state regulations, and federal regulations. Individuals with Disabilities Education Act PL 94-142. Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 504 for students.

Performance Objectives:

• Collaborates with principals and special education teachers for the purpose of implementing and maintaining services and/or programs. Sets staffing levels for school special education programs for the purpose of providing services with fiscal efficiency
• Coordinates with Diagnostic Specialist and/or school psychologist to facilitate the interdisciplinary team meetings in each building to determine the eligibility of students.
• Administers the 504 Program for eligible students according to federal regulations.
• Participates in the recruitment and employment activities of all special services staff.
• Prepares and administers the local Compliance Plan for the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
• Maintains access and dissemination of information concerning special education and other programs.
• Develops and maintains liaison with appropriate governmental agencies and relevant groups and remains current and manages compliance with the requirements of the State Department and legislation pertaining to special programs PK-12.
• Oversees the administration of Medicaid billing process and Homebound/Hospital Teaching Program.
• Administers the Extended School Year Summer School Program for students with disabilities according to state regulations.
• Develops and manages the budget for the special services department.
• Ensures district compliance with F.A.P.E., L.R.E., and other pertinent federal and state laws.
• Completes all state reporting for programs under his/her authority.
• Plans and implements program goals and objectives for the special education programs PK-12th grade while maintaining an awareness of current laws, policies, and regulations
• Implements assigned programs and/or projects for the purpose of conforming to district and state curriculum and/or instructional objectives
• Analyzes and secures contracted services and provides oversight.
• Evaluates and provides oversight to Process Coordinators, Behavior Interventionist

Other

Job Functions:

• Provides orientation programs for new staff concerning special education services and Section 504.
• Serves as the liaison for the Missouri State Plan for Education for the Homeless.
• Communicates with parents of eligible students, employs staff, arranges transportation, and ensures organization and compliance.
• Administers and coordinates activities that provide in-service training to special education personnel.
• Attends all meetings as requested and performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as the Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent may assign.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment is on an annual basis. The Superintendent with assistance from the Building Principals will make employment recommendations in March of each year for the next fiscal year. The final decision is made by the Board of Education. Salary is based on the Certificated Salary Schedule adopted annually by the Board of Education.

EVALUATION

Performance of this position will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of MSBA Board of Education Policy on Evaluation of Professional Staff (GCN).

Position Type: Contract