NBGN0358211-0061
2025-10-01T00:00:00
2025-09-19T00:00:00
The Newburgh Enlarged City School District has an anticipated vacancy for an Interim Assistant Superintendent of Exceptional Learners for the District.Anticipated Time Frame: September 2025 through June 2026QUALIFICATIONS:New York State Certification as a School District Leader (SDL), School District Administrator (SDA), or equivalent.Master’s Degree required; Doctoral Degree in Educational Leadership, Special Education, or related field highly preferred.Minimum of 5 years successful leadership experience in Special Education administration, including direct oversight of compliance, personnel, and instructional programming.Demonstrated expertise in federal and state Special Education law, including IDEA, Section 504, ADA, and NYSED Part 200 Regulations.Proven ability to manage legal matters, including due process hearings, mediation, and corrective action plans in collaboration with legal counsel.Strong experience in budget development and fiscal management of general and special education funds (IDEA, Medicaid, high-cost reimbursements).Track record of supervising Special Education staff (CSE Chairs, Coordinators, Related Service Providers, etc.) and fostering professional growth.Deep understanding of inclusive practices, IEP development, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), and evidence-based interventions.Experience in data-driven decision making, including the use of compliance, academic, behavioral, and fiscal data to inform programming.Demonstrated ability to collaborate across departments and engage families and community partners in support of student success. GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:This position ensures high expectations and legal compliance across the Special Education continuum by providing structural oversight, instructional leadership, and cross-functional coordination. The Executive Director will ensure: Full compliance with federal and state Special Education laws, including IDEA, Section 504, Part 200 Regulations, and ADA mandates. The district’s adherence to legal timelines, procedural safeguards, and due process rights for students with disabilities and their families. Oversight of the development, implementation, and monitoring of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in accordance with legal standards. Supervision of instruction and equitable service delivery to students with disabilities. Development and facilitation of professional learning, with an emphasis on legal requirements, compliance, and best practices. Collaboration with internal and external legal counsel to manage disputes, mediation, and impartial hearings. Transparent, proactive communication with stakeholders, including families, school staff, community organizations, and regulatory bodies. Strategic leadership in ensuring related services, transition planning, and access to inclusive opportunities are provided in accordance with the law. A complete job description may be found on the District’s website at www.newburghschools.org under the ‘District/Employment with the District’ tab. Our district serves a very large population of diverse students. We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.Please visit our website at www.newburghschools.org to check out our Strategic Plan 2026-Vision, Mission & Core Values. Thank you for your interest in the Newburgh Enlarged City School District.Overview The Newburgh Enlarged City School district is located at "The Crossroads of the Northeast," an area on the west bank of the Hudson River 60 miles north of New York City and 80 miles south of Albany. Our district central office and the Board of Education are located at 124 Grand Street, Newburgh, NY 12550. The school district serves students from four neighboring municipalities: the City of Newburgh, the Town of Newburgh, New Windsor, and a small portion of Cornwall. Six elementary schools (including a Pre-K center in one building), one K-8 school, one middle school, and the high school are in the City of Newburgh. The remaining schools are spread throughout the other municipalities. Schools The district currently consists of seven K-5 elementary schools, two K-8 schools, two middle schools (grades 6-8), and one high school (grades 9-12 over 3 campuses)NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATIONThe Newburgh Enlarged City School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, age, marital status, partnership status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, gender (sex), military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status or political affiliation, and additionally does not discriminate against students on the basis of weight, gender identity, gender expression, and religious practices or any other basis prohibited by New York State and/or federal non-discrimination laws in employment or its programs and activities. The District provides equal access to community and youth organizations. If one has questions or wants to make an inquiry regarding discrimination, including harassment, contact: Ms. Genieve Holder, 124 Grand St., Newburgh, NY 12550, telephone 845-563-3460, or email gholder@necsd.net .
School Leader
Newburgh ECSD
Mid-Hudson Valley
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