Under the general direction of the Executive Director of Educational Services, provides administration and oversight of the state-operated Marie H. Katzenbach School for the Deaf all while ensuring this day and residential education facility provides instruction for auditorily impaired students in the following areas: early intervention, preschool through high school, as well as vocational education designed to meet the needs of deaf and hard of hearing students; provides direction for the provision of outreach services throughout the state in accordance with the school’s mission; leads the school in meeting entrepreneurial objectives including but not limited to collaborative efforts with other educational and state agencies and organizations.
Education
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Education or a related field. Must possess or be eligible for New Jersey certification as a school administrator.
Experience
A minimum of eight (8) years of employment in educational programs, experience with deaf and hard of hearing students, Pre-K-12 preferred. Demonstrated experience in management of educational programs, supervision of staff, operation of school facilities, and development of comprehensive budgets. Demonstrated organizational, management, and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Education/Experience
Doctorate degree in Education; knowledge of components of deaf culture relative to sign language, residential life, as well as the unique needs of the deaf community; knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Educational Act (IDEA).
Note: Ability to communicate in American Sign Language preferred, or a commitment to learn American Sign Language in two (2) years.
Note: All final candidates must be fingerprinted and bear the $78.38 cost of the criminal history check in order to qualify for employment at the Marie H. Katzenbach School for the Deaf.
For more information on the Marie H. Katzenbach School for the Deaf, visit www.mksd.org