Drury High School is seeking a Coordinator of Specialized Programs. This position is for the school year only and is subject to the North Adams Teacher's Association contract.

Job Goal:To work in collaboration with the Principal and Director of Student Support Services to provide leadership and operational oversight for the district’s secondary specialized programs

To assist the Principal and Director with oversight of program operation in accordance with school, district and state policies; evaluating efficacy of programs, maintaining safety of school environment; coordinating site activities; communication of information to staff; addressing situations, problems and/or conflicts, employee evaluations, and representing the school in the community

Supervision:Reports to the Principal and the Director of Student Support Services; Supervises personnel as designated by the Principal or Director of Student Support Services

Performance Responsibilities:

1.Establishes and promotes high standards and expectations for all students and staff for academic performance and responsibility for behavior
2.Models cooperation, collaboration, and positive interactions with students, staff and community by exercising initiative, diplomacy, courtesy, discretion and good judgment
3.Assists the Principal and Director in the selection, supervision and evaluation of all program staff
4.Assists the Principal and Director with administrative functions of the program as assigned, including but not limited to; scheduling, standardized testing, student activities, new staff orientation, school safety and security, emergency procedures, instructional field trips, assembly and special programs, and other areas as necessary
5.Utilizes a working knowledge of and ensures compliance with federal and state regulations (particularly IDEA and 603 CMR 23), and local policies and procedures
6.Facilitates meetings, processes, etc. for the purpose of meeting curriculum guidelines and/or ensuring that state mandates are achieved
7.Assists in the implementation of the school emergency plan in order to establish and maintain a safe and orderly environment
8.Participate in special education team meetings
9.Participate in evaluation, development and implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
10.Oversee the delivery of special education and related services to children with Individualized Education Programs
11.Maintains positive parental contact and out-reach
12.Serves as resource person and master teacher for the purpose of instruction
13.Provides leadership in curriculum development and implementation and necessary accommodations and modifications
14.Assists in the development of staff in-service and professional development programs
15.Assumes responsibility in conjunction with the Principal for administering all student matters relating to discipline, infraction of rules and regulations as they apply to specialized programs
16.Resolves disciplinary issues in a fair and just manner with a focus on alternatives to school suspension whenever possible; maintains accurate and complete records of any disciplinary action taken
17.Holds re-entry meetings with students and families as necessary
18.Helps interpret the specialized programs to the community
19.Works with community and government agencies on problems relating to social/emotional well-being
20.Works such additional time beyond the regular school day as required and performs any duties related thereto
21.Any other duties as may be assigned by Principal or Director


The Committee's policy of nondiscrimination will extend to students, staff, the general public, and individuals with whom it does business; No person shall be excluded from or discriminated against in admission to a public school of any town or in obtaining the advantages, privileges, and courses of study of such public school on account of age, race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or homelessness.

Required:Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education certification as Administrator of Special Education Principal/Assistant Principal with Teacher of Students with Disabilities, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, or other relevant professional certification or licensure. Master’s degree or an earned higher academic degree. 1-3 years of administrative experience

Preferred:Experience working with students requiring specialized programming due to significant disabilities requiring substantially separate programming (ie: severe emotional disturbance, autism spectrum disorder); five years teaching and/or administrative experience.

Physical Requirements:The position requires a moderate amount of walking, standing, sitting and climbing stairs and step stool whenever necessary. Activities also include moderate physical exertion in body movement such as reaching, bending, twisting, grasping, pushing, and pulling of objects. The position requires lifting objects of 20 pounds on a frequent basis, and over 20 pounds occasionally. There is a frequent requirement of fine manipulation associated with the required use of a computer, typewriter, keyboard, calculator, and other business machines.

Environmental Conditions: The occupant is required to work indoors. The regular chemical solvents are toners, inks, and cleaning fluids.