District Test Coordinator/Special Education Supervisor

MARIETTA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICTJOB DESCRIPTIONTitle:DISTRICT TEST COORDINATOR/SPECIAL EDUCATION SUPERVISORReports to:Superintendent and Director of Student ServicesJob Objectives:Supervise all district testing to include Ohio State Tests and to assist in implementing district wide special education services.Minimum Qualifications:Valid Ohio Administrative License K-12.Knowledge and experience in coordination of special education servicesExpertise in the coordination and supervision of district testing, grades K, 3-8; 9-12Responsibilities &Essential Functions:Coordinate the administration of the following tests: KRA (Kindergarten); Iowa (gr 2 and 5); CogAt (gr 2 and 5); Ohio State Tests: 3-8, 9-12; OELPA (Ohio English Language Proficiency Assessment); AASCD (Alternate Assessment Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities); ACT for Juniors at HSSupervise uploading of participating students into TIDEVerify student participation in each buildingIdentify and order paper materials for disabled studentsUpdate user accounts for all test administratorsCreate test rosters through collaboration with building administratorsReceive, inventory, deliver, and secure paper test materials for all buildingsContinuous communication with principals re: new enrollees, withdrawn students, test mode changes for studentsOrder, inventory, delivery of all secure materials to each building, including Ewing and Juvenile CenterDuring specific district test windows, be available at all timesCollaborate with EMIS coordinator following test administrationsArrange family report mailings following each test administrationACT for Juniors - responsible for student data upload, accommodation approval for special ed students, secure material inventory and deliveryCollaborate with district IT to ensure secure browser is uploaded on all devicesCoordinate testing for students attending the Reach programConduct annual updates with district personnel in all buildingsAssists in Intervention Assistance Team activities, parent conferences, development of Individualized Education Plans (IEP), and periodic reviews to ensure that appropriate services are provided to all students identified as having a disability.Coordinates and oversees the delivery of a continuum of special education services (e.g., student records, testing, speech/language pathology, physical and occupational therapy, orientation/mobility, visual/hearing, special needs transportation, etc.)Complies with state model policies and procedures for the education of students identified as having a disability.Keeps current with the K-12 courses of study, the district's scope and sequence framework, and state standards/guidelines.Supports IAT processes to help staff resolve problems that impede student learning.Ensures that services are provided in the least restrictive educational environment.Maintains effective relationships with community services (e.g., court systems, law enforcement, health care facilities, child welfare services, etc).Expresses high expectations and monitors staff performance. Collaborates with supervisors to improve staff competencies. Supports opportunities for staff to develop new skills. Participates in staff evaluations when requested.Maintains high standards and upholds the student conduct code. Helps teachers and administrators with discipline and pupil management issues.Helps teachers obtain instructional materials and supplies needed to ensure a consistent curriculum.Promotes open communication with parents and the community.Participates in professional growth opportunities.Accepts personal responsibility for decisions and conduct.Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.Participates as an active member of the district's leadership team.Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures.Oversees Title VI-B funding-developing budget, administering budget, eliciting public participation to fulfill expenditures, and documenting in CCIP.Plan and coordinate Alternate Assessment.Participates as an active member of the district's management team.Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures.Prepares agenda information and participates in board of education meetings.Maintains visibility. Promotes a favorable image of the school district. Builds community partnerships that enhance district programs and services.Works with administrative staff and community members to formulate, interpret, and recommend administrative policy.Helps develop and implement the district's continuous improvement plan.Provides staff leadership. Develops action plans. Helps resolve problems. Maintains open and effective communications with staff and the community.Administers the board-approved budget for assigned areas of responsibility.Helps develop the school calendar.Analyzes test results. Providers staff direction for instructional modifications and interventions that enhance student learning and improve test performance.Oversees federal grant programs. Supervises federal grant program planning, application, and implementation activities. Monitors program compliance requirements. Prepares and files required reports. Oversees budget preparation/revision, expenditures, and accountability functions. Oversees screening procedures of applicants for federal program positions. Supervises federal program personnel.Oversees curriculum for summer school intervention programs.Provides guidance, communicates high expectations, and shows an active interest in student progress.Promotes open communications with parents and the community.Maintains effective relationships with community services (e.g., court systems, law enforcement, health care facilities, child welfare services, etc.).Coordinates student teachers in the schools with the various colleges.Participates in staff selection and orientation processes as directed.Expresses high expectations and monitors staff performance. Collaborates with supervisors to improve staff competencies. Supports opportunities for staff to develop new skills. Participates in staff evaluations when requested.Leads the local professional growth committees as directed.Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.Reports evidence of suspected child abuse as required by law.Encourages parent organizations. Supports and participates in school and student activities as time permits.Participates in national, state, and/or regional activities that advance district goals.Participates in professional growth opportunities.Accepts personal responsibility for decisions and conduct.Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.