Executive Director, Special Education

Fresno Unified School District See attachment on original job posting Fresno Unified School District invites you to step up and inspire students to success.

California's third-largest school district with an enrollment of more than 74,000 students is making huge strides in preparing career-ready graduates.

Guided by the Board of Education's Core Beliefs that all students can and must learn at grade level and beyond, the district is gaining momentum to boost student achievement.

Fresno Unified School District is seeking dynamic, dedicated and motivated individuals.

Individuals need to be committed to continuous improvement, results driven and eager to work in a diverse community.

We are committed to creating a culture where: - Diversity is Valued - Accelerated Learning for Each Student is Key - Good First Teaching is the Focus - Collaborating with Civic Leaders Positively Impacts the CommunityPLEASE READ REQUIREMENTS CAREFULLY REGARDING LETTERS OF SUPPORT.

Applicants must complete a management on-line application and attach a cover letter, resume, two current letters of support by the closing date.

One letter of support MUST be from a current or previous supervisor.

The FUSD Letter of Support form resembles a questionnaire form.

The FUSD online application provides instructions on how to send the Letter of Support form to your contact person.

Please use this mandatory form.

A copy of your credential is necessary when the position requires one.

Applicants are responsible for attaching their own documents.

Letters of Support are valid for two (2) years.

Failure to update your Letters of Support will prevent you from moving forward in the hiring process.

In addition, you will need to complete the Gallup Principal Insight survey which is automatically emailed to you within 24 hours after applying for the position.

Applicants who have already completed the Principal Insight will NOT receive this email.

The Executive Director, Special Education is accountable for improving student achievement for Special Education Students through the effective management of the assigned area; plan, organize, control, and direct the special education programs of the district to provide timely delivery of high quality services to students of special needs, staff, sites and departments; plan, organize, direct and oversee the overall functioning and management of assigned department(s) of the District which may include budgeting, planning, staffing resource allocation and customer services and support; collaborate with the Administrator for Curriculum and Professional Development and Assistant Superintendents of Instruction to co-develop and coordinate the training of principals and teachers on how to modify curriculum and develop the most effective learning environment for each student based on unique learning needs; supervise, provide clear work direction and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.

Fresno Unified School District invites you to step up and inspire students to success.

California's third-largest school district with an enrollment of more than 74,000 students is making huge strides in preparing career-ready graduates.

Guided by the Board of Education's Core Beliefs that all students can and must learn at grade level and beyond, the district is gaining momentum to boost student achievement.

Fresno Unified School District is seeking dynamic, dedicated and motivated individuals.

Individuals need to be committed to continuous improvement, results driven and eager to work in a diverse community.

We are committed to creating a culture where: - Diversity is Valued - Accelerated Learning for Each Student is Key - Good First Teaching is the Focus - Collaborating with Civic Leaders Positively Impacts the Community PLEASE READ REQUIREMENTS CAREFULLY REGARDING LETTERS OF SUPPORT.

Applicants must complete a management on-line application and attach a cover letter, resume, two current letters of support by the closing date.

One letter of support MUST be from a current or previous supervisor.

The FUSD Letter of Support form resembles a questionnaire form.

The FUSD online application provides instructions on how to send the Letter of Support form to your contact person.

Please use this mandatory form.

A copy of your credential is necessary when the position requires one.

Applicants are responsible for attaching their own documents.

Letters of Support are valid for two (2) years.

Failure to update your Letters of Support will prevent you from moving forward in the hiring process.

In addition, you will need to complete the Gallup Principal Insight survey which is automatically emailed to you within 24 hours after applying for the position.

Applicants who have already completed the Principal Insight will NOT receive this email.

The Executive Director, Special Education is accountable for improving student achievement for Special Education Students through the effective management of the assigned area; plan, organize, control, and direct the special education programs of the district to provide timely delivery of high quality services to students of special needs, staff, sites and departments; plan, organize, direct and oversee the overall functioning and management of assigned department(s) of the District which may include budgeting, planning, staffing resource allocation and customer services and support; collaborate with the Administrator for Curriculum and Professional Development and Assistant Superintendents of Instruction to co-develop and coordinate the training of principals and teachers on how to modify curriculum and develop the most effective learning environment for each student based on unique learning needs; supervise, provide clear work direction and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.

Comments and Other Information Requirements: Any combination equivalent to: Bachelor's degree in education, special education or related field, and five years increasingly responsible supervisory experience in a special education function.

Valid California Administrative Credential and valid California driver's license.

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