Assistant State Superintendent of Special Education

Introduction

The Maryland State Department of Education is dedicated to supporting a world-class educational system that prepares all students for college andcareer success in the 21st century. With excellent stewardship from ourdivisions we oversee State and federal programs that support the needs ofa diverse population students teachers principals and other educatorsthroughout Maryland.

This is an Executive Service position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.

GRADE

EPP 0004

LOCATION OF POSITION

200 W. Baltimore Street

Baltimore MD 21201

Hybridwork environment with regular travel to districts and regional events.

Note that there is also o ccasionalevening or weekend work for stakeholder engagement or professionaldevelopment events.

POSITION DUTIES

The Assistant State Superintendent for the Division of EarlyIntervention and Special Education Services provides strategic leadership toensure the development implementation and oversight of evidence-basedprograms and policies that support students with disabilities from birththrough age 21. This role ensures equitable access to high-quality instructionand services in the least restrictive environment aligned with federal andstate regulations including IDEA and the Blueprint for Marylands Future. Theposition advances the Maryland State Department of Educations mission bypromoting inclusive practices improving outcomes for students withdisabilities and fostering collaboration across agencies families andcommunities. The Assistant State Superintendent also works collaboratively withother MSDE divisions to ensure that both general and special education teachersreceive high-quality coordinated professional learning that supports inclusiveand effective instructional practices.

Position Duties Include :

• Establishes and leads an innovative early intervention and special education services strategy that aligns with MSDEs multi-year strategic plan and Blueprint for Marylands Future initiatives.
• Provides student-centered and forward-thinking leadership in the execution of the Departments mission strategic planning and use of data and research for decision making.
• Oversees the effective and results-oriented operations of the Division branches including the Performance Support and Technical Assistance Branch the Policy and Accountability Branch the Family Support and Dispute Resolution Branch the Interagency Collaboration Branch and the Resource Management and Monitoring Branch.
• Develops and collaborates with Teaching and Learning content branches to deploy initiatives to accelerate student achievement for students with disabilities.
• Establishes policy guidance and frameworks to ensure accountability to the provision of early intervention and special education including actions in response to new legislative policies and transparent and ongoing communication with stakeholders.
• Designs and publishes comprehensive MTSS guidance documents including tiered intervention models progress monitoring tools and fidelity checklists.
• Develops implementation rubrics and self-assessment tools for schools and districts.
• Leads the development of training modules and toolkits for educators administrators and support staff.
• Ensures accessibility and regular updates of online content to reflect evolving guidance and district needs.
• Provides fiscal coordination and accountability for all programs and initiatives related to early intervention and special education that includes management of grants; monitor spending for all programs and initiatives; accountability for results and approving purchases contracts and grants through established fiscal policies and procedures.
• Develops programs for providing statewide technical assistance related to fiscal accountability for funds administered by the Division ensuring adherence to regulations and fiscal best practices.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education : Mastersdegree in education special education educational leadership schoolpsychology or a related field

Experience : Five years of progressive leadership experience in special education or earlyintervention at the district state or organizational level

Candidates must also have these qualifications included in their applications materials :

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Candidates must consent to a State Police Investigation (fingerprinting) as a routine procedure for all employees with this Agency.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing will not consider information submitted after this candidates will be placed on theeligible (employment) list for at least one year.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

It is preferred that applicants complete the MD State Government online application for employment. The application must clearly demonstrate that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position. If you are unable to apply online paper applications can be obtained from the link below and be faxed to or mailed to MSDE Human Resources Branch 200 W. Baltimore Street Baltimore MD 21201. If there is a supplemental questionnaire this must be completed and sent in with your paper application if you are unable to apply online.

All application materials must be received in our office by the closing date. Postmarks will not be accepted. Applications must be complete to be considered including all related job duties even if those are also listed on an attached resume. Additional required materials may be uploaded with the online application submitted to the fax number or mailed to the Human Resources address listed above.

Inquiries can be made to TDD . Appropriate accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.

If you have difficulty with your user account or have general questions about this online application system please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management Recruitment and Examination Division at . TTY Users : Call via Maryland Relay.

Proof of eligibility to work is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Any misrepresentation of academic or experience requirements for this position may result in non-selection or termination of employment.

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

Key Skills

Early Childhood Education,Classroom Experience,Education Administration,Lesson Planning,Special Education,Adult Education,Teaching,Curriculum Development,Administrative Experience,Leadership Experience,Program Development,Supervising Experience

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 124573 - 187337