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Supervisor, Placement and Assessment Services Unit

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLASS DESCRIPTION
OFFICIAL TITLE: Supervisor CODE: 0403 SQ/OQ: Not Applicable
WORKING TITLE: Supervisor, Placement and Assessment Services Unit GRADE: O MONTHS: 12
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION: Under the direction of the Director of the Department of Special Education Services, plans, coordinates, and directs the administration of the Placement and Assessment Services Unit. Oversees and monitors the provision of special education services for students placed in nonpublic special education schools. Monitors the implementation of instructional practices, attendance data, use of restraint and seclusion, serious incident reports, suspensions, student achievement, and graduation of students. Supports the management of and provides accountability for the management of fiscal accounts and expenditures, including the nonpublic tuition assistance program (NTAP). Responsible for the development and implementation of central placement procedures that are responsive to parent and student needs. Serves as Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) representative to the Local Care Team and the Maryland State Department of Education Division of Special Education/Early Intervention Services, Nonpublic Branch.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of federal and state bylaws applying to students with disabilities and thorough knowledge of general and special education instructional programs, both within and out of MCPS. Knowledge of nonpublic special education programs both in and out of Maryland is desired. Demonstrated knowledge of due process procedures for students with disabilities. Knowledge of fiscal/budget development and management procedures. Ability to organize staff and assign responsibilities for effective delivery of services. Ability to work collaboratively with principals, Department of Special Education leadership, and staff members from other agencies. Demonstrated ability to accomplish short- and long-range planning aimed at timely delivery of effective services. Demonstrated competence in fiscal planning and budget management. Excellent human relations and organizational skills are required. Demonstrated oral and written communication skills are required.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: Masters degree from an accredited college or university with course work emphasis in special education, human development, psychology, or related field. At least five years outstanding experience working with students with disabilities in a variety of settings. Experience working with parents, community groups, and social service agencies. Experience preparing budget documents and financial reports. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience that provide the knowledge, abilities and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered. Completion of OAT 1 is required; completion of OAT 2 is preferred.
CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Maryland APC or certification for special education teacher or related service provider is required. Meets Maryland state certification requirements for Supervisor of Special Education, Principal and/or Administrator I.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) None
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) Attendance at evening Board of Education and other school system meetings.
OVERTIME ELIGIBLE: No

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides management and direction for the Placement and Assessment Services Unit.

Manages daily office functions, provides supervision of unit staff members, implements the Professional Growth System with fidelity.

Develops effective partnerships among families, the community, other county agencies, business and state agencies to develop and implement services for children with disabilities and their families.

Manages the placement of students into and out of intensive public and nonpublic special education programs at the central level.
Supervises the timely and efficient scheduling of the Central Individualized Education Program (CIEP) team to meet the needs of prekindergarten and school-aged students and families.

Oversees the quality of nonpublic special education programs to ensure effective instruction, positive outcomes for students, and compliance with state and local standards.

Supports the management of fiscal accounts and expenditures, including nonpublic tuition, and the nonpublic tuition assistance process.

Prepares detailed periodic project analysis, budget requests, and the following reports for executive staff: Trends in Nonpublic Enrollment, Referral Rates, Nonpublic Expenditures and Budget Appropriations, Monthly Nonpublic School Attendance Monitoring, and the Quarterly Fiscal CIEP Outcome Report.

Serves as liaison with the Maryland State Department of Education Division of Special Education/Early Intervention Services, Nonpublic Branch, the Office of Children, Youth and Families, and the Local Care Team, the Montgomery County Collaboration Council for Children, Youth and Families, and the Maryland Association of Nonpublic Special Education Facilities.

Participates in weekly Local Care Team meetings, representing MCPS.

Plans and conducts periodic meetings with nonpublic directors and principals to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Performs other related duties as assigned.
Class Established: 5/05
Date(s) Revised: 5/13
Last Reviewed:

This description may be changed at any time.