Our District:
The Snohomish School District, the 19th largest district in Washington State, serves approximately 10,000 students in grades K through 12. The district consists of two high schools, two middle schools, ten elementary schools, a preschool, an alternative learning program for secondary students, and a cooperative program for home-school families. Our community is known for coming together to support education and our students. We are a district committed to exploring and applying ways to assure that each student is successful. We gather community input and involve parents and employees in decisions.
Our Community:
Snohomish is situated in the heart of the Puget Sound region of Washington state – one of the most beautiful and livable areas of the state. We are ideally situated between the beautiful Cascade Mountains to the east and the Puget Sound to the west. Snohomish offers the balanced lifestyle of a family-oriented small town with easy access to the urban amenities of the west coast.
Education, Experience and Requirements:
MA Degree in Educational Administration
BA or MA in Special Education preferred
Valid Washington State Teaching certificate or Educational Staff Associate certificate
Valid Washington State Administrative credential preferred
Valid Washington State driver’s license or evidence of mobility
A minimum of five years of successful experience in Special Education as a teacher or specialist
Successful administrative experience preferred
Experience working with students and families with special needs
Experience and/or training with cultural, social class, ethnic, and language diversity preferred
Experience and/or training with trauma-informed practices, MTSS and PBIS preferred
Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint Clearance
I-9 Employment Eligibility in compliance with the Immigrations Reform and Control Act
Salary Range: $149,865 to $159,383, dependent on experience
Benefits: Medical, life and other insurances are available from State approved plans
Work Year: July 1 to June 30—12 month work year, including 13 holidays and 26 vacation days.
Important update: Effective with the Governor’s mandate released August 18, 2021 it is a requirement for all K-12school employees to have proof of vaccination against COVID-19, or an approved medical or religious exemption. Employees must provide evidence of such no later than October 4, 2021 or upon hire.
For Job Posting Information:
HRS Office (360) 563-7233
Website www.sno.wednet.edu
Email human.resources@sno.wednet.edu
Performance Responsibilities/Essential Functions:
Be the public face of the special education department—develop a positive, supportive and collaborative working relationship with, and among, students, staff, parents and the communities
Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents and communities
Promote awareness and understanding of and responsiveness to the needs of a diverse student population
Assist with the monitoring of compliance with state and federal rules and regulations for all special education, categorical and other entitlement areas
Assist the Executive Director in developing processes and providing opportunities for involvement of the school community in decision making
Collaborate with others in the special education team to set departmental vision and mission
Assist staff with positive behavior support systems and interventions
Assist site-based administrators and staff with disciplinary issues and processes involving students with
disabilities
Provide instructional support to teachers in meeting the needs of diverse learners
Collaborate with team members to identify, select and train staff in the use of supplemental special education curricula and assessments
Participate in interdepartmental collaboration efforts
Develop and deliver training regarding students with disabilities for general education, special education and administrative staff
Collaboratively lead efforts to establish and support research-based Multi-tiered Systems and Supports (MTSS) in schools
Participate in training and support of trauma-informed perspectives and interventions for students with disabilities
Assist school-based teams in developing individualized responses to address the unique needs of students in challenging student situations
Liaise with parents and school teams to help resolve conflicts
Remain calm and professional and take a strong leadership stance in a crisis
Bring a systems approach to planning and implementing change for special education services
Participate in interdepartmental collaboration efforts to foster, develop, and support research-based inclusion programs to maximize successful student participation in general education settings
Collaborate to develop processes for determining the need and usage of paraeducator support
Facilitate the planning and development, evaluation and continuous improvement in categorical programs
Assist with the preparation of the district’s Safety Net application
Provide technical support to Special Education, ELL, and other categorical programs
Supervision and evaluation of Special Services certificated and classified staff
Coordinate District-wide 504 implementation
Perform other tasks as directed by the Executive Director of Special Programs & Services
Performs other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of state and federal legislation rules and regulations governing special education and categorical programs
Knowledge of current instructional best practices in early childhood education, special education and other categorical programs
Skills in supervision and evaluation
Skills in verbal and written communication
Ability to sincerely build and sustain good public and work relations with peers, staff and the community
Ability to listen to all constituents and resolve conflict
Ability and willingness to be a team player in all facets of the District organization
Ability to be flexible, organized and manage time effectively
Ability to follow SSD policies, procedures and protocols
Ability to maintain a consistent presence at assigned work location and fulfill assigned hours
Planned Selection Timeline:
Invitation to Apply: March 8, 2022
Screening To Begin: March 30, 2022
Position is open until filled
Application Procedure:
Applicants must apply through our web-based application program and upload the required supporting documents. Complete instructions are online with a checklist of the documents you need to submit. Interested applicants must upload the following documents:
A letter of application, not to exceed two pages addressing the Performance Responsibilities/Essential Functions section of this brochure
A current resume
Five (5) completed Administrative Confidential Reference Surveys which will be completed electronically by your references (applicants will e-mail the forms to their references to be completed)
Three (3) letters of reference
Complete transcripts
Copy of Washington State Administrator’s Certificate
Note: Application and all supporting documentation must be uploaded into the online application program by the application deadline. The selection process may include demonstration of writing skills, clinical supervision, as well as a group interview.