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3.External Description
    Oversee the management of daily operation of the evaluation program and assist in solving related issues.
    Coach evaluators to improve their skills in evaluating students, interpreting data, and creating individualized educational plans through observation activities, feedback, and critical thinking
    Monitor staff activities by overseeing campus assignments, reviewing caseload, distributing referrals, tracking productivity, and assuring quality of evaluation reports
    Monitor, assess, and develop plans to reduce significant disproportionality in the Results Driven Accountability (RDA) report. 
    Develop, submit, and administer an approved budget aligned with department goals and program needs
    Consult with campus staff, administrators, parents and other stakeholders on special educations rules and regulations, programming, instructional/behavioral supports, and monitor PEIMS compliance
    Collaborate with various district departments to provide information on best practices in evaluation
    Participate in evaluation activities on an as needed basis to meet timelines (e.g., reviewing referral documentation to obtain consent; analyzing and interpreting evaluation results to complete full and individual evaluations (FIEs); attending Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) meetings to present evaluation findings; recommending appropriate instructional interventions and placement; and reviewing outside evaluations provided by other districts, agencies, and/or parents
    Represent the evaluation program in critical ARD meetings to address concerns involving evaluation, de-escalate problem situations, provide coaching and feedback to campus administrators, and collaborate with stakeholders on recommendations for resolution
    Collaborate with the coordinator to develop and deliver training sessions for evaluation staff, campus teachers, support staff, and administrators on various topics, including special education evaluation procedures, behavior and mental health, instructional interventions, placement recommendations, and special education laws.
    Maintain required accountability documentation to document support activities
    Maintain professional competency by keeping abreast of current trends in evaluation, instructional strategies, ethics, and special education laws
    Engage in professional behaviors that reflect integrity, accountability, and moral standards
    Interview, hire, train, and appraise staff

    Required Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university
    Preferred Master's Degree from an accredited university
    Preferred Certification in Special Education or an education-related field required; Evaluator credentials; previous Supervisor experience preferred
    Preferred Certification as Educational Diagnostician or LSSP 
    Required 5 Direct Minimum of 5 years of directly related experiance
    Extensive knowledge and experience with the student referral, evaluation identification process, diagnostic procedures, and education of special education students
    Ability to supervise and evaluate the work of others and the ability to utilize performance accountability measures
    Knowledge of special education principles, theories, and laws (federal and state)
    Experience working with children and youth in a special education setting; experience in an urban school setting and/or in a multicultural education environment preferred
    Demonstrate ability to resolve logistical and operational problems; make data driven decisions 
    Ability to manage a budget
    Knowledge of special education information systems and efficient work processes
    Effective oral and written communication skills
    Strong interpersonal skills, work ethic, and a collaborative work style
    Effective organizational skills to achieve the goals of the position