Assignment Location: Various locations across Dakota County, MN as part of ISD 917’s Itinerant program, which includes the services of Audiology, Physical Therapy, Vision, Physical Health Disabilities, and Deaf/Hard of Hearing
Hours per Day: 8.0
Schedule: 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, following the assigned school calendar
Anticipated Start Date: July 1, 2018
Contract Length: 2018 – 2019 school year, 225 day continuing contract including 10 paid holidays
Salary: As negotiated
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Under the supervision of the Assistant Director/Principal, the Dean for Intermediate School District 917’s Special Education programs assists with the administrative duties of school operations, providing leadership, supervision and implementation of district policies, curriculum, instructional programs, and staff performance. The Dean plays a vital role in providing a consistent, safe environment conducive to education. In this role, one helps lead, model, and encourage respect, communication, and competency. Professionalism, empathy, and a non-judgmental approach are essential when working in an environment with students receiving special education services to ensure their safety and growth and in order to help them understand and exhibit appropriate behaviors at school and in the community. The Dean will be stepping into a team environment daily, where collaboration, communication, and adaptability are key to the success of the individual, the team, and the success of the students. This role is performed following District policy and State/Federal Laws.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide overall direction of the program personnel and students for daily operations in the absence of the assistant director/principal.
Provide supervision, evaluation, and support for staff.
Complete discipline paperwork, contact and notify necessary authorities for incidents.
Create, coordinate, and maintain master schedule of classrooms, courses, and groups for the year.
Assist assistant director/principal with budget preparation and staffing.
Primary liaison between site, other schools, students, and families for due process behavioral or other needs.
Facilitate meetings and provide training to a variety of staff specific to the functions of the program.
Consult, communicate, and work cooperatively with teams to provide appropriate programming for students and maintain a positive work environment for all.
Comply with School Board policies and administrative practices, including those procedures outlined in the staff and student handbooks.
Help to maintain safety of all students and the environment.
Utilize data to inform programming decisions and planning for staff and student success.
Use flexible thinking and adaptability to address student needs and respond calmly during crisis situations, when necessary.
Other duties, as assigned.