1.      Pennsylvania Certification in Special Education

2.      Minimum of 5 years of experience working in Special Education

3.      Master’s Degree in the area of Special Education

4.      Pennsylvania Supervisory Certification in Special Education

5.      Pennsylvania Principal’s Certification, preferred

6.      Significant knowledge, background, and experience with Pennsylvania Special Education Laws and Mandates, Pennsylvania Gifted Education Laws and mandates, and 504 Service Plan Laws and Regulations, as well as federal laws related to special education, preferred

7.      PA Driver’s license and reliable transportation required for travel throughout Allegheny County

8.      Excellent written and oral communication skills

9.      Demonstrated leadership skills

10.   Strong organizational skills

11.   Ability to build trust and positive working relationships with multiple internal and external stakeholder groups

12.   Ability to analyze and resolve complex issues

13.   Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work under pressure

14.   Ability to comply with AIU policies and procedures

Additional Requirements:

1.      Current Act 114, Act 34, Act 151 and NSOR clearances are required prior to an offer (Must be dated within 1 year of hire date).

2.      School Personnel Health Record (Form H511.340 (8/2011)) must be completed and received by Human Resources prior to hire date.

Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1.      Be able to lift or carry up to 25 pounds.

2.      Be able to bend or twist at the neck and back.

3.      Specific vision includes peripheral vision and close vision.

4.      Be able to stand for extended periods throughout the day.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Disclaimer: The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the Supervisor and Special Projects Coordinator.

Reports To:   Assistant Director of Special Education and Pupil Services

Department:   Special Education and Pupil Services Division

Position Schedule: 260 days

Salary: Act 93, Grade 16

Benefits: Act 93

To Apply: Create an on-line application and upload a cover letter, resume, clearances, PDE Teaching Certificate (if applicable) and transcripts at the AIU Career Site.

Please send any questions to: recruitment@aiu3.net

The Allegheny Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, handicap, or limited English proficiency in its educational programs, services, facilities, activities or employment practices as required by Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Section 504 Regulations of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975, Section 204 Regulations of the 1984 Carl D. Perkins Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, or any other applicable federal or state statute.