The Center Director oversees the comprehensive management of the WI Educational Services Program for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (WESP-DHH), which serves a statewide educational resource dedicated to supporting Wisconsin children who are deaf, hard of hearing, and deafblind. This leadership role involves collaboration with the DPI Special Education Team and other divisions to align efforts and provide mutual support in shared initiatives. Actively engaged in the vibrant culture of the residential school and statewide Outreach program, the director builds meaningful connections with the local and national Deaf communities. By fostering strong partnerships with educators and various teams, the director ensures the delivery of exceptional resources and support, ultimately enhancing the educational and social experiences of deaf, hard of hearing, and deafblind students throughout Wisconsin.
This position is in classification Education Administration Director. Depending on qualifications, the salary will be between $50.00 – $56.00 per hour (approximately $104,000 – $116,480 per year). For current and eligible former State employees, compensation will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan effective at time of hire. This position is in pay schedule 81, range 01. A two-year career executive probationary period will be required.
This position is eligible for an additional $1.00 per hour add-on for fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) following acceptable results of fluency testing. Moving expense reimbursement may be offered to eligible candidates.
A TB screen will be required prior to start.
This position is located on the beautiful WI School for the Deaf campus located at 309 West Walworth Avenue in Delavan, WI. This position includes some travel, both in-state and out-of-state, up to about six times per year.
Candidates must be fluent in American Sign Language (ASL) upon hire. An American Sign Language Proficiency Interview (ASLPI) rating level of at least 3+ by the end of probation is required.
A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of hire.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., without DPI sponsorship). The Department of Public Instruction does not sponsor visas, either at time of hire or at any later time.
Qualifications
Please address the following in your resume and/or letter of qualifications.
A minimally qualified applicant must have experience with all the below:
Developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for deaf, hard of hearing, and/or deafblind students in an educational setting.
Managing budget and operations of a school, day care, outreach, or similar program (e.g., overseeing facilities, working with leadership team on structures/processes, prioritizing or assessing programs, etc., such as functioning in roles like superintendent, administrator, or similar).
Providing leadership (e.g., building team rapport, enhancing staff morale, leading initiatives, developing relationships with external partners, establishing strategic plans, etc.).
Licensure or eligibility for licensure by the WI Department of Public Instruction as a K-12 Principal (5051), Director of Special Education and Pupil Services (5080), or District Administrator (5003).
Well-qualified applicants will also have:
Experience ensuring compliance with state or federal special education legislation.
Experience administering special education programs for children who are deaf, hard of hearing and/or deafblind.
Experience utilizing data to measure and analyze outcomes of educational programs.
Experience fostering equity and inclusion, creating a culture that respects, values and empowers everyone and emphasizes engagement and collaboration.
