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Pay Competitive Employment type Full-Time Job Description Req#: 4913 FRAMINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS WALSH MIDDLE SCHOOL TITLE: Special Education Team Evaluation Coordinator 2023-2024 School Year POSITION SUMMARY: To provide efficient and effective leadership in guiding the evaluation process for children with special needs, monitoring the implementation of educational plans, and coordinating program assessment and development with special education and regular education staff. To assist the Director of Special Education and Principal in providing effective supervision and administration of the special education staff in order to deliver Framingham Public Schools’ high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, the achievement of academic proficiency for all students, and the closing of the opportunity gap among subgroups within the schools. OUR MISSION: Framingham Public Schools is committed to excellence for all students. Our mission statement guides our work: Through a comprehensive education, we aim to create and empower free-thinking, responsible citizens who can participate equally in our rich and diverse community. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Current and valid DESE license as a Special Education Administrator and SEI Endorsement for Administrators or Special Education, Supervisor/Director and SEI Endorsement for Administrators or evidence of application for DESE license and progress towards attaining. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: At least a Bachelor’s Degree in the area of major study. Five (5) years of teaching experience as a Special Education teacher in a public school setting. Experience working effectively with a diverse student population. Bilingual (Portuguese or Spanish) skills are preferred. SKILLS AND ABILITY: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in the educational field; to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form; to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups including staff, parents and the general public; to read, analyze and interpret professional periodicals and journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations; to write reports and correspondence, as needed; to use reasoning ability to evaluate information and determine/recommend an appropriate course of action; to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; to use professional literature, evidence-based research, and continuing education content to make practice decisions; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff and the community; to work independently, prioritize tasks and manage several projects simultaneously; to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements, state and federal laws, and Framingham Public Schools policies; to work with students and families of diverse backgrounds with diverse needs in an equitable and inclusive manner; to maintain appropriate confidential records; to react professionally and objectively to unpredictable situations; to operate and/or acquire skills to operate a computer and related software; and ability/willingness to plan, coordinate, conduct and participate in ongoing professional and staff development. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Coordinate with the Director of Special Education the development and implementation of Special Education programs. Provide educational leadership for Special Education program assessment, Special Education program developments, and research and methodology for Special Education. Participate in coordination and planning meetings with Administration and Special Education staff. Ensure that Special Education programs, services, and related materials are aligned with standard curriculum goals. Assist in the coordination and review of student assessments, recommendations for student placements, and transfers to the standard curriculum. PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: 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. REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education and Building Principal SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists in the supervision and evaluation of Special Education Teachers, Special Education Aides, and Special Education Assistant Teachers. FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) CLASSIFICATION: This position is classified as Exempt (Professional). TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Two-hundred (200) days position per the FAA collective bargaining agreement. #J-18808-Ljbffr Framingham Public Schools

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