Director, Related Service Providers
Company: Chicago Public Schools
Location: Chicago
Posted on: October 12, 2024
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Job Description:
Description:
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is one of the largest school districts
in the United States, serving over 320,000 students in 600+ schools
and employing approximately 40,000 people, most of them teachers.
CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every
school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning
experience that prepares each for success in college, career, and
civic life. In order to fulfill this mission, we make three
commitments to our students, their families, and all Chicagoans:
academic progress, financial stability, and integrity. Six core
values are embedded within these commitments - student-centered,
whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership,
and continuous learning.
The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) supports networks,
schools, and families with all issues related to special education
including instruction, interventions, policies, and procedures. OSD
provides the tools and resources to ensure that all students with
disabilities receive a high-quality public education that prepares
students for success.
Job Summary:
The Director of Related Service Providers will support the Office
for Students with Disabilities (OSD) under the direction of the
Executive Director of OSD Service Operations. The Director of
Related Service Providers is responsible for the delivery of health
and related services to all students, in accordance with Chicago
Public Schools' policies and state and federal regulations. This
includes day-to-day oversight of and coordination across
approximately 1,300 citywide clinicians (e.g. psychologists, social
workers, occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech
pathologists, and audiologists) to ensure appropriate delivery of
related health services for all students with disabilities, as
mandated within each student's Individualized Education Program or
Section 504 of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). The
clinicians are organized across 16 clinician managers who report to
the Directors of Related Service Providers. Additionally, this
position must support OSD Business Services efforts to monitor
clinician service delivery compliance.
The Director, Related Service Providers will be held accountable
for the following responsibilities:
Establish a clear vision for the success of this role that is
aligned to departmental and district goals
Develop and execute a strategy to achieve the goals as identified
and manage the team's continuous improvement processes
Engage in research and evaluation of school-based clinical services
to act as a change agent for school-based health services
Provide consultation regarding the formation of health policies,
goals, and objectives for the district
Ensure student compliance with state health mandates including, but
not limited to, immunizations, physicals, and vision & hearing
screenings
Ensure effective and efficient delivery of health services to all
students as appropriate
Support schools on effective methods of service implementation and
the evaluation of those services
Leverage clinical staff to support citywide health-related efforts
as needed
Develop, implement, and monitor the allocation of clinical
resources to all schools
Support dissemination of health-related programs and services to
clinical staff and schools (e.g., PBIS, MTSS)
Collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure the
provision of high-quality professional development for clinical
staff that is aligned with the overall strategy and best
practices
Collaborate with partners to support recruitment strategies to
secure high-quality related service candidates
Support relationships with external personnel agencies to ensure
high-quality and cost-effective clinical service provision
Support the planning and implementation of programs that require
clinical and related services including, but not limited to,
Extended School Year and Summer Assessment
Collaborate with schools and internal stakeholders to address
parent concerns regarding special education and related service
delivery
Other duties and work streams as assigned
In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities,
the Director, Related Service Providers must possess the following
qualifications:
Education Required:
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in
education, public administration, or health-related program,
required
Valid teaching certificate/Professional Educator's License (PEL)
issued by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) with School
Service Personnel, Principal, or LBS1 endorsement, required.
(Candidates with a valid out-of-state, reciprocal license will be
considered but must obtain ISBE licensure within 6 months of
hire.)
Experience Required:
Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in district leadership
supporting students with disabilities, required
Minimum of five (5) years of instructional experience or experience
as a related service provider, required
Experience in an urban school district or other public health
setting, preferred
Experience overseeing a large number of clinical personnel,
preferred
Principal experience is strongly, preferred
Other Requirements:
Bilingual (English/Spanish), preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Strong knowledge of CPS' e-IEP and ability to navigate, with
precision, the SSM system
Knowledge of the Illinois School Code and special education
regulations.
Understanding of IDEA, ADA and other laws supporting individuals
with disabilities
Ability to plan, coordinate, and execute efforts across multiple,
regionally dispersed units
Ability to work effectively with school-based staff, citywide
staff, and governmental and community-based agencies
Analytical, strategic, and critical thinking skills with a focus on
driving results
Time management and organizational skills in order to meet
continuous critical deadlines
Strong leadership, team building, and communication skills
(speaking, writing, and listening)
Ability to lead professionals, review work effectiveness, and
develop colleagues' skills
Proficient in using Microsoft Office and G Suite tools
Conditions of Employment
As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS),
employees are required to:
Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency - Employees are required to
live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within
six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout
their employment with the district. The Chicago residency
requirement does not apply to temporary/part-time positions,
however, all CPS employees must be residents of Illinois.
Be Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19 - Unless approved for a
medical or religious exemption, all employees are required to be
up-to-date on COVID-19 vaccinations, including boosters, and to
submit proof of vaccination to the district within 30 days of hire.
"Up-to-date" on vaccination is defined as being at least two weeks
past all primary vaccine doses and any applicable boosters.
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