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2024-25 Middle School Assistant Principal of Student Services Bronx, NY About Us Brilla Public Charter Schools is a network of K-8th grade schools that currently serves 1,800 students from Mott Haven, University Heights, and other neighborhoods in the Bronx. The network is growing from its current four elementary and two middle schools to five elementary and five middle schools educating some 4,000 students in the Bronx and Paterson, NJ. The Charter Management Organization (CMO) for Brilla Schools Network is Seton Education Partners, an organization inspired by the Catholic educational tradition. At the heart of the Seton educational mission is our dedication to help students become young men and women of good character and spirit who are prepared for excellence in high school, college, and beyond. Brilla combines a Classical approach to education with individualized instructional support. We approach the formation of our students holistically and maintain high academic expectations. Ours is a joyful community that honors the dignity of each student, our staff members, and the families we serve. Position Overview The Assistant Principal of Student Services is responsible for directing and facilitating the campus-based support of diverse learners by ensuring that compliance mandates are met for students receiving specialized services. The Assistant Principal manages and develops the school-based Student Services Team, composed of grade-level Learning Specialists, school Social Workers, Speech Pathologists, and related services providers. Reporting to the School Principal and network Director of Student Services, the Assistant Principal is directly responsible for implementing Brilla’s Multi-tiered Student Supports framework, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, creating schedules for related service providers, managing communication with the Committee for Special Education, and analyzing data for interventions. Core Competencies & Responsibilities Coordinate, administer, and ensure compliance with NYSED regulations, emphasizing collaboration with NYC Department of Education. Integrate special education services through collaboration with school teams. Craft and review IEPs to reflect specific requirements and ambitions of the student population. Oversee annual reviews and ensure timely, accurate reporting to city and state agencies. Monitor and report on the efficacy of the special education program to school leadership and governance boards. Collaborate closely with teachers, counselors, and relevant personnel for seamless service provision. Lead and facilitate special education meetings, interfacing with NYC DOE representatives and stakeholders. Engage parents and the local community to foster a partnership in supporting students. Manage the special education budget, ensuring alignment with charter guidelines. Stay updated on NYC-specific special education initiatives and best practices. Provide professional development opportunities to keep staff at the forefront of special education practices. Ensure student success by working closely with staff, students, and families. Maintain compliance with all relevant laws and policies regarding student IEPs and 504s. Coordinate with the Committee on Special Education (CSE) for managing relevant service providers. Manage the evaluation process, including classroom observations and testing. Work closely with families to support students' academic and social-emotional growth. Maintain student records related to special education issues and prepare reports for regulatory agencies. Collaborate with general education teachers and families to analyze trends in student assessments. Gather academic growth data and write goals for annual IEP meetings. Provide differentiated instruction through various teaching methods. Support enrollment processes and contribute to Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS). Address student well-being by focusing on social-emotional needs and fostering a positive school culture. Qualifications Master's degree in Education, Counseling, or a related field. Possession of current Special Education, ESL or ELL teaching certification. 3+ years of relevant urban, elementary or middle teaching experience. Administrative certification and 3+ years of leadership experience (preferred). Technologically proficient in relevant tools and platforms. Excellent spoken and written communication skills. The base pay range for this position is $115,000-$138,806 per year in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Pay may vary within the stated range, depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Apply for this job #J-18808-Ljbffr

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