Overview
The KIPP Public Schools Northern CA Special Education Team is seeking an Associate Director of Special Education. The Associate Director is an integral member of the special education leadership team, working under the supervision of the Director of Special Education to provide sound educational programs for students with special education needs and to manage the day-to-day operations of the department. This is a hybrid role with three days per week onsite at school campuses or at the Regional Support Office in Stockton. Travel to the Oakland Regional Support Office is expected up to twice per month.
Preferred QualificationsExperience:Minimum 5 years of special education teaching or service provision experience in a school setting, preferably with students from educationally underserved areas.
Experience with supervision within the field of special education;

collaborative management strategies, case management processes, research-based best practices for teaching and learning, and behavioral strategies.

Education:
REQUIRED: Valid Clear California Education Specialist credential (Mild to Moderate Support Needs or Extensive Support Needs) or Related Service Provider license.
HIGHLY PREFERRED: Master’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher learning, preferably in education, administration, or a closely related field.
Knowledge/Skills Required:Working knowledge of special education regulations and California State laws governing special education.
Experience working with related service providers.
Strong project and time management skills with ability to successfully manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Direct people management and team development experience. Experience managing people managers preferred.
Bilingual in languages that reflect the populations we serve is highly desirable.




Acts with a sense of urgency and thrives in a dynamically growing and complex educational environment.
Demonstrated ability to communicate and work well with others and to build relationships with multiple constituencies.
A deep passion for social justice and equity for all children;

belief that all students can achieve at the highest levels, regardless of demography.
Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP Public Schools Northern California’s mission and values.
Essential Functions And ResponsibilitiesAs a member of the Special Education leadership team, collaborate with the Director and Associate Directors to:Shape the vision and initiatives for the regional special education team.
Develop plans, collaborate with school teams and other departments to advance special education initiatives and priorities.
Develop regional tools and processes for instructional systems that increase student access to learning and achievement.
Develop regional tools and processes for department capacity-building and reporting.
Reinforce the team’s culture of continuous learning and shared voice through leadership of team meetings.
Capacity BuildingManage, coach, and supervise approximately 10 multidisciplinary staff members on the Regional Special Education team.
Provide training, career development,



observation and coaching to build Program Specialists’ and Service Provider Team Leads' capacity to support education specialists, related service providers and school teams.
Empower school leaders with tools, information, and analyses to help them make student-centered decisions as both leaders of schools and members of IEP teams.
Plan and implement professional development programs for general and special education personnel and/or parents consistent with the KIPP Public Schools Northern California’s vision, mission and strategic goals.
Collaborate with the Academics team to ensure all students have access to high quality curriculum and instruction.
Collaborate with the Culture team to implement best practices related to behavior intervention supports.
Collaborate with the Student Health team to implement best practices related to mental health services and early intervention support through the COST process.
Collaborate with the Regional Operations team to support enrollment and attendance procedures.
Collaborate with the Finance team to manage state and federal funding and local contribution through the development of equitable staff and resource allocation models and processes.
Collaborate with the Talent team to monitor open positions and ensure schools are staffed to provide IEP services.
Collaborate with HR to monitor teacher credentialing and service provider licenses.
Collaborate with other KIPP NorCal teams to build and develop inclusive policies, procedures, and protocols that are responsive to the needs of school communities and student populations.
Provide regional leadership by influencing strategic plans and priorities, participating in region-wide initiatives to elevate special education student needs and planning for students on the margins.
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📌 Associate Director Of Special Education, Stockton (Toronto)
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