Director of Pupil Services

Director of Pupil Services – Elementary (Probationary) 12 Month Position

QUALIFICATIONS: • Must possess NYS SDA or SDL Certification • Minimum of five (5) years of teaching or comparable experience • Prior administrative experience preferred

 JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

 • Evaluate and supervise all special education staff • Hold high quality professional development and workshops for staff • Chair various CSE meetings • Oversee CSE & CPSE • Oversee, implement, and successfully monitor all programs and services related to special education • Effectively communicate with administrators, staff, and the community • Accurately develop and monitor special education budget and oversee the 611/619 grant process • Ensure compliance with special education laws and regulations • Analyze data to inform decision making • Meet monthly with school psychologists and special education staff • Ensure that arrangements for transportation are made for all students with disabilities, both in and out of the district • Ensure that all evaluations, placement and program options are with a knowledge of each program and their respective locations, as well as compliant with federal and state guidelines • Monitor special education staffing to ensure full hiring and compliance with student IEPs • Be visible in buildings to provide ongoing support to administrators and staff • Be responsive to all staff and community inquiries • Visit out-of-district schools and students 

Salary – Commensurate with Experience 

Interested candidates can submit their resume, letter of interest and proof of certification at: https://www.olasjobs.org/valley-stream-24-ufsd

 Address Letter on OLAS to: 

Dr. Unal Karakas Superintendent of Schools 

Valley Stream School District 24 

Applications should be submitted no later than March 16, 2025. 

Valley Stream UFSD 24 welcomes and is committed to diversity with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, neuro diversity, and disability.

 Notices and documents required for physical posting are also available electronically on the district website.