Position Available: Special Education Director for Duchesne County School District

Location: Duchesne County School District Office in Roosevelt, UT

Job Description:

The Special Education Director is responsible for providing comprehensive services to students with

disabilities throughout the district. This position is crucial in ensuring that students with disabilities receive

the support and services they need to succeed academically and socially while adhering to Federal IDEA and

state guidelines and requirements. The DCSD Special Education Director also mangages IDEA/State grants

and resources. This role involves ensuring policy compliance, providing professional development, guiding

staff in equitable and inclusive practices, and overseeing Medicaid-related services.

Key Responsibilities:

Grant Management: Manage IDEA and State grants/resources to effectively provide services to

students with disabilities.

Compliance Oversight: Maintain SPED file and policy compliance, ensuring adherence to state

regulations, including UPIPS compliance (100 files annually) and Medicaid compliance.

Medicaid Management: Oversee Medicaid claim tracking and submission, ensuring accurate and

timely claims processing. Attend Medicaid State meetings to stay informed on regulations and best

practices.

Health-Related Services Oversight: Ensure the provision of health-related services for students

with disabilities, coordinating with related service providers and school staff.

Professional Development: Provide professional development and mentorship to Special Education

teachers to enhance instructional practices and compliance.

Guidance and Support: Assist principals and staff in implementing equitable practices for students

with disabilities through Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Section 504 plans.

Representation: Represent the district at state meetings and committees, collaborating with

stakeholders to advocate for students with disabilities.

Child Find Coordination: Oversee the Child Find process to identify students needing special

education services.

Conflict Resolution: Address and resolve conflicts with parents regarding special education services

and support by utilizing strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Community Partnership Development: Establish partnerships with community organizations to

support transition-age students with disabilities. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse

stakeholders.

Interdepartmental Meetings: Facilitate USEAM meetings to ensure effective stakeholder

communication and collaboration.

Communication: Maintain ongoing communication with staff, parents, and stakeholders via email

and phone calls regarding special education services and updates.

Administrative Meetings: Attend and contribute to administrative meetings to discuss district-wide

initiatives and strategies.

Professional Learning Communities (PLC): Participate in PLCs to collaborate with colleagues on

improving instructional practices and student outcomes.

Observations: Conduct classroom observations to provide feedback and support to Special

Education teachers.

Policy and Procedure Updates: Regularly update district Special Education policies, procedures,

and guidance to reflect current best practices and regulatory changes.

Other Duties: Perform duties as the Super intendent assigned to support the district's goals and

objectives.

Start Date: Upcoming school year

Application Deadline: Until filled. Preferred by February 28, 2025

Application should include a letter of interest and a current resume. Those from outside the district need to

complete a DCSD Employment Application and include 3 letters of recommendation.