Executive Director, Special Education at Ventura Unified School District
About the Employer
For the future of every student Ventura Unified has long enjoyed a legacy as an outstanding place to live, work and raise a family. Our public schools, too, have built a reputation as safe and nurturing environments where students receive a well-rounded education. Our passion is to help the children in our schools find their passion -- academically and personally-- believing that each and every student has a brilliant future ahead of them.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services, the Executive Director provides administrative leadership and assumes responsibility for the planning, coordination, implementation, evaluation and supervision of all facets of the district Special Education department and programs; serves as a resource on special education curriculum and program operations to school personnel and maintains staffing to ensure that the program objectives are achieved within budget.
Requirements / Qualifications
• Valid California Administrative Services Credential or Certificate of Eligibility • Credential with Authorization in Education Specialist Instruction, or Pupil Personnel Services School Psychology, or Speech-Language Pathology Services • Master’s degree from an accredited college/university, preferably in Special Education, Educational Administration, or related field(s); Doctorate in Education, Special Education or related field(s) preferred • Progressively responsible experience in providing administrative leadership in public schools, special education, and/or Special Education; recent experience as a district-level Special Education administrator highly desirable • Experience working with a variety of agencies and other community resources involved with students and families • Five (5) years of successful experience as a special education teacher, psychologist, or as a support personnel specialist in the operation of programs for students with disabilities; central office administration or site administration experience preferred • Possession of personal qualities essential for leadership and teamwork that instills confidence from school patrons, the Board of Education and the community. • Successful experience working with a diverse student and community population
- Copy of Transcript
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 Current Letters Required)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
• Valid California Administrative Services Credential or Certificate of Eligibility • Credential with Authorization in Education Specialist Instruction, or Pupil Personnel Services School Psychology, or Speech-Language Pathology Services • Master’s degree from an accredited college/university, preferably in Special Education, Educational Administration, or related field(s); Doctorate in Education, Special Education or related field(s) preferred • Progressively responsible experience in providing administrative leadership in public schools, special education, and/or Special Education; recent experience as a district-level Special Education administrator highly desirable • Experience working with a variety of agencies and other community resources involved with students and families • Five (5) years of successful experience as a special education teacher, psychologist, or as a support personnel specialist in the operation of programs for students with disabilities; central office administration or site administration experience preferred • Possession of personal qualities essential for leadership and teamwork that instills confidence from school patrons, the Board of Education and the community. • Successful experience working with a diverse student and community population
- Copy of Transcript
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 Current Letters Required)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
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Comments and Other Information
All documentation must be uploaded to EdJoin.
Material submitted via email, fax, mail, or delivery will not be considered during our screening process.
If you have difficulty loading required application material/documents, please visit the EdJoin FAQ page or contact the EdJoin help desk at 888-900-8945
Application Deadline
5/11/2022 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
4/20/2022
Contact
Trish Shelby
805-641-5000 1154
805-641-5000 1154
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$128,135 - $155,445 (depending on experience) Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage 100% paid by District
Length of Work Year
225 days
Employment Type
Full Time