This position is a member of the DPI Special Education Team and reports to the State Director of Special Education. The Center Director will administer, supervise, and provide leadership for the operation of WESP-DHH including direct responsibility for the school program (WI School for the Deaf) as well as the outreach program. The Center Director’s responsibilities include but are not limited to the overall management of the Center that serves as a statewide educational resource to benefit all Wisconsin children who are deaf or hard of hearing. In addressing this statewide leadership responsibility, the director works collaboratively with the DPI Special Education Team to coordinate efforts and provide support in areas of shared responsibility.

Work with staff to develop and provide a continuum of educational activities throughout the curriculum; attend IEP meetings and other meetings required for the delivery of educational services; other duties as assigned.

I. Job Summary

Provide curriculum and instruction leadership and administrative oversight to licensed/non-licensed staff and students and families at Metro Deaf School. Works collaboratively with all stakeholders and always acts in the best interest of meeting the needs of the whole child.

II. Duties and Responsibilities

Provide leadership and oversee curriculum and instruction at Metro Deaf School.

Works collaboratively with the school’s Principal and the Executive Director on the administrative team for the school.

Oversee the scheduling and implementation of all state and district assessments for the school teams, including standards based assessments for some students.

Develop and plan all professional development and professional learning communities for staff.

Works with teachers/staff to ensure all IEP modifications and accommodations listed are implemented.

Serve as a curriculum leader and helps review current curriculum and identify curriculum needs in the school.

Develops and maintains a curriculum purchasing timeline for the school.

Be the instructional coach for all teachers and a resource to support instructional strategies.

Work in collaboration with the Executive Director and School Principal on providing informal feedback and coaching to teachers. Formal teacher evaluations will be conducted by the Executive Director and School Principal.

Support the school principal in implementing student discipline policies and procedures.

Participate in interviews as it relates to potential vacancies that need to be filled.

Serves on the World’s Best Workforce committee.

Serves on the transition advisory committee

Serves on the technology committee.

Support Team Leaders in organizing and collecting Team newsletters (four teams); Team Leaders should ensure newsletters are proofed prior to submitting them to the Coordinator of Teaching and Learning and then submit to the school principal.

Communicates in a timely manner with staff, students, and families regarding upcoming events to ensure everyone is aware of a scheduled event and to ensure there are no scheduling conflicts.

Oversees teachers’ “Sub Box,” ensuring materials are easily accessible, applicable to the level of students, plentiful yet meaningful and replenished periodically.

Maintains open communication with all staff members.

Attends some school activities and events such as teen nights, high school and middle school camping trips, and PTG meetings.

Attend MDS board meetings as requested.

Coordinate four family education nights per year.

Maintains a positive attitude with all staff, students, and families.

Communicates concerns or general information, as it relates to the school, in a timely manner with the administrative team.

Remains a confidential employee with regards to personnel/and or student matters.

Performs other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

III. Job Outcome

Maintain a positive attitude and style in dealing with others in a manner that contributes to the overall public relations of Metro Deaf School. Maintain a positive and professional educational environment at all times. Educate students to reach their full potential academically, emotionally, physically and socially. Demonstrate commitment to and support for the vision and mission of the District. Provide a safe and more effective learning environment for all students.

The Maine Educational Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and the Governor Baxter School for the Deaf (MECDHH/GBSD) is seeking a highly motivated experienced educator who possesses strong communication skills, proven leadership skills, and organizational qualities to fill a full time, 260-day position of Director of Mainstream and Deaf Education Programming in our Academic Department.

Primary Responsibilities:
• To administrate the Governor Baxter School for the Deaf Pre-K-12 academic mainstream and deaf education programs within the four Portland Public Schools and on Mackworth Island.
• To lead, guide, and direct every member of the Academic and Support staff for the Pre-K-12 programs
• To be responsible for a system of supervision and evaluation for all Pre-k-12 staff
• To administer allocated funds in order to ensure proper use and control of department

Minimum Qualifications:
• A Master’s degree in Deaf Education, or a related field, with coursework in school administration
• 10 years of experience in Deaf education to include classroom experience
• Minimum of 5 years supervisory experience
• State of Maine certification 292 Teacher of the Deaf and 030 Administrator of Special Education or willingness to obtain
• Such alternatives to the qualifications listed above as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

The Secondary Principal provides leadership and supervision to promote the effective teaching and learning of students and staff.

Supervises educational programming which is designed to prepare students to meet the educational standards established by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Provides direct supervision of the performance of all Teachers in the department through classroom observations and regularly scheduled meetings.

Implements disciplinary action when necessary.

Ensures effective collaboration with families, LEAs and other representative agencies.

Works collaboratively with TLC specialists and clinicians.

Oversees the development of each student’s IEP goals, objectives and progress reports.

Ensures effective collaboration among all members of the department.

Works with the educational team in the department to ensure that all TLC policies and procedures are followed.

Assists in developing and maintaining partnerships with the Framingham Public Schools to ensure effective mainstream programming when applicable.

Develops and maintains a budget for the department and secures appropriate and necessary materials for teaching/learning.

Carry out disciplinary action on employees in the department, as needed.

Ensures sensitivity and understanding of cultural differences within the school community.

Assists in the recruitment, selection, and recommendation of all staff in the department.

Conducts annual evaluations of department staff.

Serves as a member of the supervisory team to provide educational leadership to The Learning Center for the Deaf.

May be delegated and trained to conduct medication administration or certain medical procedure responsibilities for students.

Maintains student and staff confidentiality.

Oversees the implementation of behavior plans designed for individual students, as needed.

Complies with school, state, and federal policies and procedures and supports the mission of the school.

Requirements
Licensed by Massachusetts DESE as a Principal, Teacher of the Deaf or related licensure field (or certification from reciprocal state)
Master’s degree in content area or related field
Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills
Minimum of 5 years experience as a Teacher in an educational classroom
Possess leadership skills and mature judgment with the ability to demonstrate creativity and initiative
Experience or knowledge of working with Deaf or hard of hearing students with additional disabilities
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of effective discipline strategies and motivation, curriculum development and program evaluation, child growth and development, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning
Exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents and the community
Knowledge of educational technology and able to support staff use of technology in the classroom
Knowledge or willingness to learn the Massachusetts Anti-Bullying Prevention Program
Previous training in school leadership or management preferred
Demonstrate excellent organizational skills and the ability to motivate people
Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative
Experience working in a bilingual/bicultural environment preferred
Previous supervisory experience with educational staff
A minimum of conversational fluency in American Sign Language required, with native, or near-native ASL fluency preferred
Written English language competency
Ability to work effectively as part of an educational team

VICE PRINCIPAL/COORDINATOR OF SPECIAL EDUCATION

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITY:
Coordinates and/or directs all aspects of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Process for all students enrolled or applying for enrollment. Responsible for WVSDB compliance with all applicable federal and state statutes and regulations associated with the educational rights of students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, Blind/Visually Impaired or Deafblind. Provides technical assistance and professional learning opportunities for creation of IEP goals related to the West Virginia College and Career Readiness Standards, and West Virginia Alternate Academic Achievement Standards, access, and transition. Supervises and evaluates professional and/or service/auxiliary personnel as assigned by immediate supervisor. Develops, coordinates and/or supervises special projects as assigned. Assists the principal with the responsibility for the supervision, management, and control of the schools pertaining to general supervision of all school activities involving students, teachers, and other school personnel. (Pursuant to WV Code §18A-1-1).

REPORTS TO:
Principal, West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:
• West Virginia Administrative Certificate – Principal and a West Virginia Professional Teaching Certificate with valid Multi-Categorical K6/5AD endorsement required
o Candidates with Hearing Impaired and/or Visually Impaired certification endorsement areas preferred
• Minimum of a master’s degree in an area of special education or related field required
• At least three years of experience as a school, central office, or state administrator in an area directly related to compliance with the West Virginia Board of Education’s Policy 2419: Education of Students with Exceptionalities required
• Knowledgeable of current state and federal education related policies
• Demonstrates ability to integrate technology in educational leadership, which includes, but is not limited to:
o Must have working knowledge of the state WVEIS system in order to input Student Discipline, Attendance, Schedules and other requirements for students’ success.
• Maintains or upgrades skills by working toward self-improvement, reacting favorably to constructive criticism, and attending relevant professional learning opportunities
• Demonstrates a professional demeanor
• Must be able to evidence strong organization and planning skills.
• Demonstrated communication skills that reflect clarity, respect, collaboration and yield desired outcomes
• Must hold or acquire requisite ASL and/or Braille skill level as delineated in the WVSDB Communication Policy for job classification
• Must have or acquire Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification and complete a renewal course annually
Additional Minimum Requirements:
• Applicants who have recent unsatisfactory evaluations will not be considered eligible for consideration; applicants who demonstrate unsatisfactory interview performance are not eligible for consideration; and, applicants who receive unfavorable reference recommendations will not be eligible for consideration.
• Additional Minimum Requirements for Applicants Not Currently Employed: Applicants who have been dismissed or who have had their contracts non-renewed for cause by another school district are not eligible for consideration
• The ability to perform the job duties and responsibilities of the position as contained in the job description, with or without reasonable accommodation

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, write, talk, hear, see, use technology such as computers and multimedia equipment, and use repetitive motions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift and/or move at least 50-100 pounds of materials. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus. This position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff members.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Most commonly, the educational setting is indoors with outdoor settings for recess and field trip activities. The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate (20-60dB). Exceptions include gymnasiums as well as vocational/technical laboratories where the noise levels may be moderate to loud (60-90 dB).

Work environment is subject to change due to unexpected circumstances as determined to the principal, CAO and/or Superintendent.

HOURS OF WORK:
37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday schedule with additional hours as needed. 1800 hours annually. Exempt position.

FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:
• Follow applicable school and departmental policies and procedures, as well as, federal regulations and West Virginia Board of Education policies including the Employee Code of Conduct.
• Demonstrate commitment to the goals and priorities of the West Virginia Board of Education, West Virginia Department of Education and the WVSDB.
• Works effectively as a member of the WVSDB academic team.
• Demonstrate flexibility in responding to changing conditions and in long range planning.
• Demonstrate self-control and an attitude of mutual respect with all WVSDB stakeholders.
• Demonstrate ethical behavior and professional work habits, including punctuality and attendance.
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively with a variety of public and private organizations.
• Consistently demonstrate the capacity to self-initiate problem solving strategies and offers solutions to any issues that interfere with progress toward goals.
• Attend meetings and conferences as required and directed
• Assume responsibility for WVSDB compliance with all applicable federal and state statutes and regulations associated with the educational rights of students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, Blind/Low Vision or Deafblind.
• Organizes, conducts and participates in professional development as required.
• Effectively performs activities as outlined in the list of examples of specific duties and responsibilities for the assigned position.

SALARY:
Based on WVSDB Professional Scale, 240 day contract plus applicable supplement. Annual compensation contingent upon salary classification and years of service. Exempt position.

GENERAL CLASSIFICATION:
Professional/Administrative Instructional Staff

SPECIFIC POSITION:
Vice Principal/Director of Special Education

Examples of specific duties and responsibilities:
• Assume full administration of the school(s) in the absence of the principal, subject to the same definitions and limitations of responsibility and authority as the principal.
• Assist in distribution and inventory of textbooks and instructional supplies.
• Assist in the supervision and evaluation of the faculty and staff, including extra-curricular assignments.
• Assist in the preparation of Federal, State, and County reports within guidelines.
• Assist in the development of the master schedule.
• Assist the staff with student relations, professional learning opportunities, community relations, student discipline, student attendance, student supervision, the instructional program and the Local School Improvement Council.
• Implement and administer regulations, policies, and procedures pertaining to student conduct under the direction of the principal.
• If assigned, responsible for athletics, including scheduling of activities and officials, order and inventory of equipment, and budgeting
• Orient substitute teachers to each school and evaluate their performance
• Provide technical assistance and professional development related to TEACHiep and development of goals related to the West Virginia College and Career Readiness Standards and West Virginia Alternate Academic Achievement Standards access and transition
• Review student IEPs for accuracy and content on a schedule determined collaboratively with the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind Principal.
• Coordinate and/or direct all aspects of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) process and WVDE state compliance reporting for special education.
• Direct collections and oversight reporting of Medicaid services for reimbursement.
• Review and update the school’s special education procedures on a regular basis.
• Coordinate and/or lead professional learning opportunities with staff as requested and as relates to special education procedures, special education policy and guidelines, and the IEP process.
• Maintain records in accordance with policies and regulations governing confidentiality.
• Demonstrate effective data based decision making.
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication.
• Be guided in all interactions with counties, families, students, stakeholders, colleagues by a commitment to respectful communication, partnership and collaboration.
• Assist in development of, or updates to school policies as requested.
• Apprise key administrative officials of state and/or federal special education policy changes that may affect the operations of the school.
• Develop and supervise special projects as requested.
• Implement the decisions of the principal.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned

The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee.

The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed drugs while in the workplace. Alcohol and controlled substances which effect employee productivity, safety, or judgment in the workplace will not be tolerated.

PRINCIPAL – WV SCHOOLS FOR THE DEAF AND THE BLIND

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITY:
To assist in providing leadership for the effective and efficient operation of the educational programs of the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind. Establishes, coordinates and implements a curriculum which meets all state policies, rules and regulations and also meets the individual needs of students enrolled at WVSDB. In collaboration with Vice Principal/Director of Special Education, directs building level teachers and staff in the implementation of the school’s curriculum and provides necessary supports to these individuals in terms of providing instructional services. Review of WVEIS data to ensure accuracy of entries; analysis of student achievement data to improve educational programming; coordinate the schools’ professional development activities.

REPORTS TO:
Chief Academic Officer

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:
• West Virginia Administrative Certificate – Principal and a West Virginia Professional Teaching Certificate with valid Multi-Categorical K6/5AD endorsement required
o Candidates with Hearing Impaired and/or Visually Impaired certification endorsement areas preferred
• Minimum of a master’s degree in an area of special education or related field required
• At least three years of experience as a school, central office, or state administrator in an area directly related to compliance with the West Virginia Board of Education’s Policy 2419: Education of Students with Exceptionalities required
• Knowledgeable of current state and federal education related policies
• Demonstrates ability to integrate technology in educational leadership, which includes but is not limited to:
o Experience/knowledge of the state database system (currently WVEIS) data elements and experience in developing a Master Schedule preferred
• Maintains or upgrades skills by working toward self-improvement, reacting favorably to constructive criticism, and attending relevant professional learning opportunities
• Demonstrates a professional demeanor
• Must be able to evidence strong organization and planning skills.
• Demonstrated communication skills that reflect clarity, respect, collaboration and yield desired outcomes
• Must hold or acquire requisite ASL and/or Braille skill level as delineated in the WVSDB Communication Policy for job classification
• Must have or acquire Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification and complete a renewal course annually
Additional Minimum Requirements:
• Applicants who have recent unsatisfactory evaluations will not be considered eligible for consideration; applicants who demonstrate unsatisfactory interview performance are not eligible for consideration; and, applicants who receive unfavorable reference recommendations will not be eligible for consideration.
• Additional Minimum Requirements for Applicants Not Currently Employed: Applicants who have been dismissed or who have had their contracts non-renewed for cause by another school district are not eligible for consideration
• The ability to perform the job duties and responsibilities of the position as contained in the job description, with or without reasonable accommodation

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, write, talk, hear, see, use technology such as computers and multimedia equipment, and use repetitive motions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift and/or move at least 50-100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus. The position required the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff members.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Most commonly, the educational setting is indoors with outdoor settings for recess and field trip activities. The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate (20-60dB). Exceptions include gymnasiums as well as vocational/technical laboratories where the noise levels may be moderate to loud (60-90 dB).

Work environment is subject to change due to unexpected circumstances as determined by the Chief Academic Officer.

HOURS OF WORK:
37.5 hour work week, 7.5 hour daily work shift, Monday through Friday schedule with other hours as necessary. 1800 hours annually. Exempt position.

FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:
• Follow applicable school and departmental policies and procedures as well as State regulations and State Board of Education policies.
• Provides supervision over the health, education and welfare of the students in the assigned schools.
• Responsible for establishing, implementing and evaluating departmental policies and regulations for the schools with the approval of the Chief Academic Officer.
• Responsible for collaboration on developing, implementing, evaluating and revising the curriculum of the schools in collaboration with the Chief Academic Officer, as it aligns with state curriculum standards. This includes necessary scheduling of the instructional program staff during regular school year, as well as, any Summer Camp Experiences or Extended School Year Programs.
• Make assignments for duties and responsibilities for members of the school staff to facilitate effective programmatic outcomes for students.
• Evaluates the performance of assigned staff in accordance with WVBE Policies 5310 and 5314.
• Serve on the Admissions Committee for acceptance of new students after formal and/or informal evaluation. This also involves counseling in conjunction with the WVSDB Outreach Personnel and parents.
• Develop and maintain a good working relationship with other members of the staff, parents, students and the general public.
• Request, store and issue supplies, instructional materials and equipment as needed by this unit.
• Supervise the maintenance of student records, files and other information in accordance with regulations and policies governing confidentiality.
• Recommend persons to fill staff vacancies in accordance with WVBE Policy 5000/WV Code 18A-4-7a for professional staff or WV Code 18A-4-8b for service staff and to secure substitute personnel as needed via SmartFind Express (SEMS).
• Arrange for and direct applicable professional development for faculty and staff in collaboration with Professional Development Committees and the CAO.
• Serve as a consultant in the areas of the D/HH, B/LV or multi-handicapping conditions as applicable and as directed by the CAO.
• Serve as a public relations person as requested by the CAO.
• Perform activities as outlined in the list of specific duties and responsibilities for the assigned position.
• Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

SALARY:
Dependent on salary classification, certification and years of experience. Principal’s Salary Schedule, 240 day annual contract. Additional compensation available for ASL proficiency demonstrated within two years of employment date as detailed in the WVSDB Communication Policy.

GENERAL CLASSIFICATION:
Professional/Administrator

SPECIFIC POSITION:
Principal – Schools for the Deaf and the Blind

Examples of specific duties and responsibilities:
• Review teachers’ weekly lesson plans to ensure appropriate content and delivery of instruction.
• Obtain substitutes, professional and service, as needed per WVSDB policies/procedures.
• Interview applicants in accordance with WVBE Policy 5000/WV Code 18A-4-7a for professional position vacancies and WV Code 18A-4-8b for service personnel vacancies.
• Evaluate job performance of employees in accordance with WVBE Policy 5310 and 5314.
• Conducts school staff meetings as necessary.
• Monitor the development, implementation and evaluation of Individual Educational Programs for each student.
• Review and monitoring of student report cards to assure accuracy and graduation requirements are met.
• Arrange for professional development opportunities to directly benefit instructional practices within the department.
• Review of all WVEIS data on an ongoing basis, including but not limited to, attendance, disciplinary, student and teacher schedules, teacher certification as it aligns with course code requirements and that teacher schedules are equitable. Checklist of reviewed items must be submitted to the CAO within 10 days of the close of the grading period.
• Approve purchase orders and submit for processing to the CAO.
• Complete and submit work orders through School Dude for maintenance and/or technology issues, as necessary.
• Act as a public relations person for the school and WVSDB.
• Carries out directives from the Chief Academic Officer.
• Disseminate information from the department, as requested.
o Responsible for departmental information to be distributed to parents on an on-going, regular basis.
• Attend student Eligibility/IEP meetings.
• Execute and monitor efficient evacuation of building during required monthly disaster/fire drills and maintains proper documentation of these drills.
• Ensure that all staff are aware of school safety policies and procedures.
• Adheres to WVBE Policy 5902 – Employee Code of Conduct and assures that all staff are aware of and following this policy.
• Attend Administrative Team Meetings, as scheduled.
• Provides oral reports and/or written summaries regarding the status of curriculum and instruction for the school to the CAO.
• Collaborates with the CAO on curriculum alignment in order to meet all rules, regulations, and requirements set forth by the West Virginia Department of Education and the West Virginia State Board of Education.
• Seeks grants and other sources of funding to improve the quality of learning, start new programs and provide additional educational opportunities in the school system.
• As requested by the CAO, research best practices in educational programming and makes recommendations on how to apply those practices within the school system.
• Analyzes students’ educational data, including standardized tests, and make recommendations to the CAO on ways to improve student learning and educational programming based on the analysis of data.
• Coordinates the adoption of instructional materials, e.g., text and supplementary materials for the school system with the CAO.
o Serves on the textbook adoption committee.
• Make recommendations to the CAO regarding curriculum materials and activities.
• Provides oversight of special projects as they relate to curricula and instruction within the school assigned.
• Maintains good public relations with the community and utilizes fully the community resources to enrich the learning programs.
• Reviews WVDE policies and administrative procedures related to curriculum and instruction in order to ensure compliance at the school level with current policies and procedures. Reports of any irregularities are to be provided to the CAO.
• Conducts surveys of professional development needs within the assigned department.
• Completes special projects as requested by the CAO.
• Reviews all transcripts of students anticipating receipt of a regular diploma in the fall of their junior and senior years and advises of the completeness of the transcript.
• Other duties as assigned.

The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee.

The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed drugs while in the workplace. Alcohol and controlled substances which effect employee productivity, safety, or judgment in the workplace will not be tolerated.