Director - Preschool Special Education

• Directs the development, dissemination, implementation and evaluation of preschool special education, pre-kindergarten and kindergarten curriculum.
• Orchestrates systemic early childhood education and early learning initiatives and oversees and evaluates the effectiveness of the Office of Early Learning.
• Collaborates with district office, Community Learning Network (CLN), and school-based staff to improve instruction in early childhood special education programs.
• Coordinates the staffing and placement of preschool special education programs.
• Supervises the planning, organization and implementation of professional development activities and programs for all early childhood teachers, including teachers of students with disabilities.
• Collaborates with district office and school-based staff to ensure the integration of technology into the early learning instructional program.
• Collaborates with content experts to ensure curricular alignment from pre-kindergarten to early elementary grades.
• Oversees the selection and evaluation of educational materials for use in early childhood instructional programs.
• Coordinates formal monitoring, documentation, and assessment of early learning instructional programs.
• Coordinates with MSDE on the implementation of early childhood education and early learning
• initiatives, including special education.
• Coordinates the implementation and on-going services of federally and state-funded early childhood education and early learning programs.
• Collaborates with the Baltimore City Health Department for services and support of the Baltimore Infants & Toddlers Program
• Supports the coordination and processing of preschool special education student placement
• Provide technical assistance to schools regarding support for young children with disabilities
• Manages the early intervention staff for Baltimore City Public Schools
• Manages preschool special education grants
• Liaise with MSDE regarding preschool special education policies and regulations
• Liaise with community-based providers, such as Head Start, child care, and private Pre-K providers regarding policies for young children with disabilities
• Support the district's Extended School Year (ESY) process for young children with disabilities
• Coordinates professional development for early childhood teachers and school system staff
• Liaise with parents regarding preschool special education programs and placement
• Disseminates information regarding early childhood education and early learning programs and opportunities.
• Maintains a liaison with other agencies, educational institutions, businesses and community groups to improve the early learning programs.
• Participates in local, state, and national early childhood education activities and organizations.
• Uses current research to develop programs and strategies to improve student outcomes associated with local, state, and national assessments.
• Seeks and prepares federal, state and private grant proposals to secure resources to support instructional programs initiatives in early learning.
• Participates in the planning and evaluation of new, renovated, and existing school facilities for early learning programs.
• Manages budget for the Office of Early Learning. Develops and monitors time and expense project budgets. Develops project plans and schedules required to successfully complete projects on time and within budget constraints.
• Plans and controls staffing, and performs other human resources, finance and payroll related functions for assigned employees.
• Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school boards policies and the professional standards.

• Master's degree in early childhood education, special education, or related field. Degree must be from an accredited college or institution.
• Maryland State Department of Education Advanced Professional Certificate with Administrator I endorsement required.
• At least 3 years teaching in an early childhood setting; special education teaching experience strongly preferred.
• Experience interacting with a diverse student population.
• Experience in implementing, evaluating and supervising curriculum and instructional strategies and designs for students with disabilities, age birth to 5, and all students in pre-k and kindergarten.
• Experience in coordinating large scale, district wide development opportunities for teachers. Knowledge of current research in best practices for early learning.
• Ability to lead a highly productive team of individuals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to give persuasive presentations to diverse stakeholders.
• Proficient in the use of multiple computer applications including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office, PD Tracking and reporting software, databases, and Online Professional Learning software.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, rules and policies affecting City Schools' educators.

Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:

• Completed online application
• Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
• Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications
• Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
• All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
• All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application

Benefits -- This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link: http://www.baltimorecityschools.org

Baltimore City Public Schools ("City Schools") does not discriminate in its employment, programs, and activities based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy or parenting status, family structure, ability (cognitive, social/emotional, and physical), veteran status, genetic information, age, immigration or citizenship status, socioeconomic status, language, or any other legally or constitutionally protected attributes or affiliations. Discrimination undermines our community's long-standing efforts to create, foster, and promote equity and inclusion for all. Some examples of discrimination include acts of hate, violence, harassment, bullying, or retaliation. For more information, see Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners Policies JBA (Nondiscrimination - Students), JBB (Sex-Based Discrimination - Students), JICK (Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation of Students), ACA (Nondiscrimination - Employees and Third Parties), ACB (Sexual Harassment - Employees and Third Parties), ACD (ADA Reasonable Accommodations), and ADA (Equity), and the accompanying City Schools Administrative Regulations. City Schools also provides equal access to the Boy and Girl Scouts and other designated youth groups. Link to Full Nondiscrimination Notice.

This position is affiliated with the Public School Administrators and Supervisors (PSASA) bargaining union.

This position is affiliated with the State Retirement Plan.