Exceptional (Special) Education Supervisor at Therapy summary:
The Exceptional (Special) Education Supervisor oversees the delivery and compliance of special education programs, ensuring alignment with IEPs and applicable federal and state regulations. They provide instructional leadership, supervise and develop staff, and facilitate collaboration among families, school personnel, and community agencies. Additionally, they manage administrative tasks including budgeting, data review, and policy adherence to support effective special education services.
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Special Education Supervisor– Key Responsibilities:
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1. Program & Instructional Oversight
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Ensure high-quality delivery of special education services in alignment with IEPs and in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE).
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Support curriculum development and instructional leadership across buildings.
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Conduct regular building walkthroughs and assess program strengths and areas for improvement.
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Participate in professional development and coordinate training for staff.
2. Compliance & Case Management
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Maintain compliance with IDEA, Section 504, ADA, and Indiana Article VII.
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Oversee timely and accurate completion of IEPs, evaluations, and Medicaid documentation.
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Ensure student files (paper and electronic) meet state and federal standards.
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Facilitate IEP meetings using a strengths-based, family-centered approach.
3. Staff Supervision & Development
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Provide technical assistance and ongoing support to certified and non-certified staff.
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Evaluate staff performance and recommend improvements as needed.
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Participate in hiring processes, job fairs, and staff onboarding/training.
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Foster involvement in professional organizations (e.g., ICASE, CEC).
4. Collaboration & Communication
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Serve as a liaison among staff, administrators, families, and outside agencies.
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Effectively communicate processes for referrals, evaluations, IEPs, and re-evaluations.
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Participate in team meetings (Ex. Ed. staff, parent forums, multidisciplinary teams).
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Coordinate with transportation, Go Solutions (Medicaid), and school leadership.
5. Administrative Responsibilities
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Monitor budgets, recommend purchases, and ensure adherence to collective bargaining agreements.
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Review assessment data and support data-driven decision-making at assigned schools.
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Promote positive administrative and personnel relations.
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Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Exceptional Education.
Special Education Supervisor Qualifications:
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Education:
- Master’s degree in some area of Special Education.
- Three to five years teaching or therapist (Speech, OT, PT, Psych.) experience in special education preferred.
- Valid Indiana Teaching, Therapist, Psychologist (OT, PT, SLP, RT, Psych.) Certification.
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Knowledge & Skills:
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Expertise in special education curriculum and service provision.
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Knowledge of general education curriculum.
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Understanding of the individual needs of students with disabilities from various language and cultural backgrounds.
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Strong knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations regarding the delivery of special education and related services.
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, staff, students, parents, governmental and community agencies, and employers.
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Ability to problem-solve, work on a team, use data to guide work, and clearly communicate to multiple stakeholders.
Special Education Supervisor Physical Demands:
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Environment: Occasional exposure to dust, pollen, and fumes.
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Activity: Frequent engagement in tasks such as reaching, handling, standing, walking, and lifting items up to 50 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodations.
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Sensory: Ability to perform essential job functions with or without assistive devices or accommodations, including working in moderate to high noise levels.
This job description reflects essential functions and may be adjusted as needed.
IEP Therapy / Point Quest is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law.
Keywords:
special education, IEP compliance, program supervision, staff development, curriculum leadership, special education law, federal and state regulations, student evaluation, family-centered approach, educational administration
