PEKN0347391-0000
2025-07-01T00:00:00
2025-07-23T00:00:00
Position: Director of Instruction for Special EducationThe Peekskill City School District seeks an experienced, dynamic, and energetic instructional leader to fill thevacancy position of Director of Instruction for Special Education. This unique administrative position seeks avisible, participatory leader who will focus on classroom instructional practices in special education classroomsincluding ICT settings. The leader will foster a climate of collaboration and innovation with special educationteachers and administrators. The District seeks an experienced educator with a strong knowledge of theinstructional best practices that will improve the outcomes of special education students as a priority focus. Weseek a skilled individual with data analysis and data-informed decision making skills. NYS certification as aSchool District Administrator is required. Additionally, the individual must possess Special Educationcertification. It is preferred that the successful candidate should have a minimum of five (5) years of teachingexperience. CERTIFICATION/ QUALIFICATIONS: NYS Certification-School District Administrator requiredSpecial Education certification requiredSuccessful teaching, curriculum, instruction and assessment experienceSolid knowledge of curricular and instructional trends and best practicesAbility to develop and evaluate teachersAbility to plan and supervise the work of othersExcellent communication and interpersonal skills (oral, written, and digital) START DATE: July 1, 2025 CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled Salary: As per the Peekskill Administrator’s Association Contract ($127,227 - $171,717) Based on teaching and administrative experiences. Click to learn more about PeekskillRecruitment Video District Highlights & Media Sites (Flyer) INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS: All applicants should submit a letter of intent, resume, copy of certification, and three (3) professional letters of recommendation via OLAS to: Dr. David Mauricio, Superintendent of Schools. Please no calls, faxes or emails. If you are a Peekskill resident and/or a Peekskill Alumni and are interested in applying, please submit a letter of interest and resume to Mr. Jamal Lewis, Assistant Superintendent for Administrative Services at HR@peekskillschools.org The Peekskill City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in hiring, educational programs and activities it operates. Candidates must submit to fingerprints clearance. PEEKSKILL CITY SCHOOL DISTRICTDirector of Instruction for Special EducationJOB DESCRIPTION Duties and ResponsibilitiesUnder the supervision of the Assistant Superintendents for Elementary and Secondary Education and in collaboration with the Director of Special Services, this individual will carry out the following duties: Serves as the instructional and curriculum leader and demonstrates authentic leadership skills, capable of making tough decisions and leading a cohesive teamServes as the PCSD Special Education Quality Assurance Specialist to provide technical assistance, coaching and support to building leaders and special education staffEnsures all special education programs and services are aligned and implemented with fidelityEnsures chapter 408 compliance and implementation of Quality IEPs at the building level Ensures students have access to adequate Tier II and Tier III support services and monitor the implementation of specialized academic intervention programs Analyzes and reviews data regularly that measures program effectiveness as well as student outcomes Evaluates the effectiveness of the current instructional programs (ICT, Life Skills, Special Classes)Strengthens Specially Designed InstructionObserves instruction, monitors and supports teachersProvides professional development to teachers and staffEnhances our tiered literacy and math intervention and acceleration programsEnsures a K-12 aligned instructional programSupports Positive Behavior InterventionsOversees the secondary transition programsEnsures implementation of IEPs in the classroom Collaborates with directors, assistant superintendents and school leaders Other Duties: Performs and completes other duties and responsibilities as specifically determined by the Superintendent of Schools or the Assistant Superintendents of Elementary and Secondary EducationConditions of Employment: The PreK-12 Director of Special Education for Instruction position is a tenure-track position Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually by the Superintendent of Schools or Designee, pursuant to District APPR procedures
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Peekskill City School District
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