Director II, Child Find Evaluation (226 Days)

•    Required Master’s Degree from an accredited
•    Preferred Valid Texas Teacher Certificate with required endorsements for subject and subject level assigned
•    Preferred Evaluator credentials, Supervisor and/or Mid-Management Administration Certification preferred
•    Preferred Certification as Educational Diagnostician or LSSP
•    Required 5+ years of experiance in Education or related field
•    Preferred10+ years of experiance directly related evaluation experience preferred.
•    Extensive knowledge and experience with the student referral, evaluation identification process, diagnostic procedures, education of special education students, human development, and learning theories
•    Experience working with children and youth in a special education setting; experience in an urban school setting and/or in a multicultural education environment preferred
•    Comprehensive and proficiency in theories and principles of learning and evaluation; knowledge of special education principles, theories, and federal/state laws
•    Demonstrate ability to resolve logistical and operational problems related to special education service delivery
•    Demonstrate knowledge of special education programs
•    Effective oral and written communication skills
•    Strong interpersonal skills, strong work ethic, and collaborative work style
•    Strong organizational and interpersonal skills required to achieve the goals of the position
•    Ability to supervise and evaluate the work of others and the ability to utilize performance accountability measures
•    Ability to manage budgets
•    Experience and knowledge of instructional materials and delivery and classroom management
•    Knowledge of special education information systems and efficient work process 
 

•    Direct and oversee Individual Evaluation and Child Find staff, ensuring effective daily operations and resolution of program-related issues.
•    Plan, implement, and monitor the district's special education evaluation program to ensure compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, timelines, and quality standards.
•    Monitor and analyze data related to evaluations, PEIMS reporting, Child Find, and ARD processes to ensure compliance, accuracy, and continuous program improvement.
•    Develop, implement, and oversee training programs that support special education compliance, evaluation best practices, and staff professional growth.
•    Evaluate and improve special education evaluation processes, procedures, and systems to enhance program effectiveness and alignment with district goals.
•    Provide leadership and support to campuses in resolving complex evaluation cases, parent concerns, and compliance-related issues.
•    Interview, hire, train, supervise, assign, and evaluate Individual Evaluation and Child Find personnel.
•    Develop, administer, and monitor the department budget, including oversight of IDEA Part B proportionate share funding for eligible private and home school students.
•    Coordinate and oversee Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) requests, including contract development, evaluator management, and compliance with legal requirements.
•    Collaborate with Information Technology to develop, maintain, and improve special education forms, processes, and student management systems that support compliance and operational efficiency.
•    Coordinate with Region 10, community agencies, private schools, and other stakeholders to support Child Find, Early Intervention, and special education services.
•    Collect, analyze, and report program performance data to district leadership to support informed decision-making and continuous improvement.
•    Prepare and present reports, recommendations, and updates to the Executive Director, Assistant Superintendent, and other district leadership.
•    Maintain professional expertise by staying current on special education laws, regulations, evidence-based practices, ethics, and emerging trends.
•    Demonstrate professional integrity and accountability while performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.