Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization. We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve.
In line with our commitment to disrupting systemic racism, we acknowledge that research shows that Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) and women are significantly less likely to apply for some positions, believing they must meet every qualification as described in the job description. At NWRESD, we value representation, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We know that sometimes that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described below.
Position Title: Director of Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education
Department: Early Learning
Location: Washington Service Center
Reports To: Executive Director of Early Learning
FLSA Status: Exempt
Compensation: Administrator Salary Schedule | $121,323.00 - $128,713.56
FTE: 1.0 - 230 days per year
Start Date: 7/1/22
NW REGIONAL ESD’S MISSION STATEMENT: In partnership with the communities we serve, Northwest Regional ESD improves student learning by providing equitable access to high quality services and support.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Director of Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education at NWRESD leads multiple programs and supports a variety of programs at multiple sites. The Director provides leadership, supervision, guidance, and support to programs that serve twenty districts across four counties.
The Director of Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education is an anti-racist department-wide leader responsible for program vision,administration, standards, monitoring, accountability, and reporting within the mission and vision of the NWRESD. As a leader, the Director will ensure high levels of collaboration amongst and between department programs, effectively communicate with staff, family, community and school district stakeholders, and ensure program resources and improvement efforts are aligned to meet the commitments established in the Board-adopted Strategic Plan.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Master’s Degree in Education Leadership or related field; or combination of education and/ or equivalent training and/or professional experience in curriculum design, instructional delivery, education, or a related field.
Valid Oregon Administrative License required OR willingness to obtain license.
Minimum of 5 (five) years successful experience managing people, programs, and services in the field of education. Early childhood education experience preferred.
Atleast 3 years of successful administrative experience is preferred.
Extensive knowledge of best and developing trends, policies, and practices of teaching and learning related to implementing Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP), laws and IDEA regulations, and supporting young learners and their families.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Include the following. Performs some or all of the following tasks. Other Duties may be assigned. The duties listed below are not inclusive, but characteristic of the type and level of work assigned for this position.
Lead and oversee multiple programs Department, including preschool, Head Start, and ESD specific programs.
Directly supervise, evaluate, and support program administrators, licensed, and classified staff across multiple teams.
Lead teams to ensure coordination and collaboration efforts across all sites and locations to ensure consistency.
Lead cross-department projects to deliver services to our 20 districts.
Oversee all aspects of the budget for supervised programs to ensure fiscal integrity and alignment with the NWRESD strategic goals and priorities.
Serve on the Senior Leadership Team with the Executive Director to set vision for the department and continuous improvement planning for services to our 20 districts based on stakeholder input and feedback.
Perform other related duties.
Note: The description contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principle functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.
NWRESD believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. The administration reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary that still reflect the essential functions of the department. It is our expectation that every employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the ESD’s goals.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization. We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve. Northwest Regional Education Service District is proud to be an antiracist, Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to ensuring diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment, selection, and employment without regard to race, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, religion, veteran or military status, or any other category protected under the law.
Northwest Regional Education Service District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment procedures for individuals experiencing a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at hrhelp@nwresd.k12.or.us. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon telecommunications Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900.
On August 19, 2021 Governor Brown ordered all public and private school teachers, educators, support staff, substitutes and volunteers to be vaccinated by October 18, 2021 or six weeks after FDA approval, whichever is later. Since the governor’s announcement, a COVID-19 vaccine (Pfizer-BioNTech) has received regular Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval meaning October 18, 2021 is confirmed as the mandatory deadline for vaccination. "Fully vaccinated" is defined as 14 days after receiving all required doses of an approved COVID-19 vaccine (currently two shots of Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, or one shot of Johnson & Johnson vaccine).
Starting October 18, 2021, testing will no longer be an option as the alternative to vaccination. All Northwest Regional ESD staff, substitutes, contractors, interns and volunteers will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 per the August 19, 2021 order from Gov. Kate Brown. All staff members will need to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Exemptions may be made only for eligible medical or religious reasons. There will not be an option to opt out for other reasons or choose testing in lieu of vaccination, under the state mandate. In order to support students and families, the essential functions of this position may require physical presence in the workplace. All public health protocols will be followed.
