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Rockwall ISD - Director of Special Education

Job Details

Region: 10
School District/Employer: Rockwall ISD
District Category/Employer: Central Office
Position: Director
Assignment Level: Area
  • Special Education
Job Title: Director of Special Education
School: Rockwall ISD
Campus Description: Rockwall ISD, Region 10
Date Posted: 7/10/2024
Deadline: 2024-09-30
Openings: 1
Commitment: Full Time
Description/Notes: PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Direct and manage the district’s special education programs. Ensure that services are provided for students with special needs and individualized education plans are provided to meet the needs of all students. Warrant compliance with all state, federal, and local requirements.
Qualifications: Education/Certification:
Minimum of a Master’s degree
Valid Texas teaching certificate with special education endorsement
Valid Texas administrative certificate preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of federal and state special education law
Understanding of the individual needs of students with special needs
Knowledge of instructional resources and curriculum development
Ability to communicate with all levels of special needs students and parents
Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data
Ability to manage personnel
Knowledge of state assessment
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:
Five years of experience in special education preferred
Leadership experience in a supervisory position required
Salary Range: Commensurable with experience.
Daily rate range: 385.61 - 543.57
Benefits: Rockwall ISD offers the following comprehensive benefits package:

As an employee of Rockwall Independent School District:
The District’s contribution toward the TRS health insurance is $361 per employee per month.
RISD pays the premium for a $20,000.00 term life insurance policy with Standard.

Other benefits the District offers for purchase by the employee:
Vision
Dental
Flexible Spending/Child Care Reimbursement
Disability Income
Additional Term Life Insurance
Cancer and Accident Supplemental Policies
403b and 457 Savings Plans
Permanent Life Insurance
Pre-paid Legal/Identity Theft Protection
Long-Term Care
GAP Insurance
How To Apply: Go to www.rockwallisd.com to complete an online application to be considered for this position.

Contact Person:

Name: Kristi Collins
Email: kristi.collins@rockwallisd.org
Address: 1050 Williams Street
City: Rockwall
State: TX
Zip: 75087
Phone: (469) 698-7087
Fax: (972) 771-2637