Description

Purpose Statement
The job of Regional Administrator for Teaching and Learning - Special Education is done for the purpose of developing student success in academics by implementing district approved curriculum and school improvement plans; documenting teaching and student progress, activities, outcomes for students with disabilities; developing lesson plans; modeling successful teaching strategies; and providing feedback to staff and administration regarding improvement plan progress, plan modification, and impact of professional development activities.

Essential Functions
     Analyzes data from a variety of sources for the purpose of assisting in school improvement planning.

     Coaches teachers for the purpose of developing effective teacher-leaders within the schools.

     Collaborates with a variety of groups and individuals (e.g. principals, teachers, SIP team members, program directors, etc.) for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes for students with disabilities, developing solutions, and planning curriculum and school improvement.

     Coordinates activities (e.g. training sessions, classes, workshops, equipment purchases, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and support, ensuring availability of items, and delivering services in conformance with established guidelines.

     Develops (from researching to promoting and selling) new lines of support services for the purpose of maintaining consistent growth in the breadth and depth of Capital Region ESD 113 supports.

     Develops staff training programs related to core academics for the purpose of providing a variety of teaching strategies to enhance student success for students with disabilities.

     Facilitates a variety of activities (e.g. curriculum alignment, school improvement, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring district outcomes are met.

     Maintains documents, files, and records for the purpose of providing accurate and timely information to the district while complying with district, state, and federal policies and regulations.

     Participates in a variety of meetings, workshops, and seminars (e.g. leadership team, SIP, statewide meetings, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and receiving information to develop or enhance skills.

     Prepares a variety of materials (e.g. evaluations, training materials, pre/post evaluations, activity logs, etc.) for the purpose of providing written documentation, conveying information, and complying with ESD and state guidelines.

     Provides a range of support (e.g. school-based curricular, instructional, classroom-based assessment, etc.) for the purpose of resolving learning issues and implementing school improvement plans while complying with district, state, and federal policies and regulations.

     Researches a variety of topics (e.g. technology, strategies, assessment practices, MTSS, UDL, High-Leverage Practices, school restructuring, etc.) for the purpose of keeping abreast of current trends, technology, and tools related to educational improvement.

     Responds to inquiries from a variety of stakeholders (e.g. teachers, principals, administrators, students, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and recommendations.

     Supervises a variety of staff training programs (e.g. teaching strategies, budget development, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the outcomes are met for the region while complying with district, state, and federal policies and regulations.

     Trains teachers and administrators on a variety of topics (e.g. best practices, learning strategies, school structure, etc.) for the purpose of improving student success while complying with the district, state, and federal policies and regulations.

     Travels as needed for the purpose of performing the essential functions of the position.

Other Functions
     Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

     Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge: Required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: age appropriate activities; concepts of grammar and punctuation; school restructuring processes; performance-based assessments and scoring rubrics; and pertinent codes, policies, regulations, and laws.

Skills: Required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying assessment techniques; operating standard office equipment including pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

Ability: Required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: effectively communicating with persons of varied backgrounds and educational levels; setting priorities; working as part of a team; working with detailed information; traveling; and working some evenings and weekends.

Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working independently under broad organizational guidelines to achieve unit objectives; directing other persons within a department, large work unit, and/or across several small work units; supervising the use of funds. Utilization of resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to significantly impact the organization's services.

Work Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 50% sitting, 20% walking, and 30% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

Requirements

Experience
Job-related experience within a specialized field is required.

Education
Bachelor's degree in job-related area. Master's degree or advanced training preferred.

Required Testing, Certificates and Licenses
     Valid Driver's License and Evidence of Insurability.

     Valid WA State Teaching Certificate (preferred).

Continuing Education and Clearances
     Maintains certificates and/or licenses.

     Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.

     WA State Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Release.