Assistant Superintendent SDB00184

Title: Assistant Superintendent SDB00184

State Role Title: Education Administrator III

Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience

Pay Band: 6

Agency: VA School for the Deaf & Blind

Location: VA School for Deaf & Blind

Agency Website: vsdb.k12.va.us

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

About Us
The Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind (VSDB) is located in the historic, vibrant city of Staunton, Virginia. VSDB provides superior education for students who are deaf/hard of hearing, blind/vision impaired, deafblind, and deaf or blind with other disabilities.

VSDB offers PreK-12 education with both residential and day student options.

VSDB believes that disabilities are challenges not barriers and supports each student in their goal to be independent and to reach their highest academic potential!

VSDB prepares students for life!

About this position
The Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind is seeking a Assistant Superintendent.
This is a classified 12 month position with state benefits, including health insurance, retirement, life insurance and disability coverage.
The VSDB offers:
• Supportive and positive team setting
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Free Life insurance
• School-Residential partnership that supports a 24/7 learning environment

The Education Administrator III at the Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind (VSDB) serves as the chief operating officer of the school side of VSDB, with direct responsibility for academics, residential life, student health and well-being, and transition services. This inward-facing role manages the day-to-day delivery of high-quality programs, supervision of principals and directors, student support, and compliance with state and federal requirements.

By focusing on internal operations, the Education Administrator III enables the Superintendent to concentrate on outward-facing agency leadership, advocacy, and partnerships. The Education Administrator III also works closely with Admissions and Family Engagement to strengthen family connections and ensure student success. In the Superintendent’s absence, the Education Administrator III serves as the acting school leader to ensure continuity of leadership and decision-making.

The Education Administrator III at VSDB is to provide quality educational and residential services to students with sensory impairment who are referred by the local school divisions and to serve as a resource for children with similar disabilities educated throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia.

The working conditions of the Education Administrator III at VSDB is a primarily campus-based role with high visibility among students, staff, and families. Regular interactions with staff, students, and families across all program areas. Some evening and weekend responsibilities for school events, family engagement, and student activities.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of federal, state and local laws and regulations related to areas of assignment, to include administrative functions, and educational and vocational programming for students with disabilities.

Ability to develop collaborative community relationships for consumers, families, advocates and other professionals.

Ability to plan, prepare and implement a comprehensive budget.

Effective managerial skills that include collaboration, consultation, delegation of authority, timely and accurate completion of required activities and positive professional /interpersonal relationships.

Ability to interact appropriately with the media, the VSDB Board of Visitors, the Virginia Department of Education, the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services, and other regulatory, professional and human service agencies.

Performs other related duties as assigned by the Superintendent to ensure effective operation and continuous improvement of VSDB.

Must hold a Virginia license in school administration or supervision (Virginia Code §22.1-294).

Master’s degree in education, administration, or a related field required.

Minimum of five years of progressively responsible leadership in K–12, special education, or school administration.

Proficiency level of Advanced in American Sign Language (ASL) as measured by the Sign Communication Proficiency Interview (SCPI) preferred. Candidates without the required proficiency level will be required to participate in approved ASL instruction with documented progression each year.

Additional Considerations

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Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

*For full consideration, please submit college transcripts with application materials.

If selected as a finalist with VSDB, candidates can expect the following:

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); the Department of Social Service’s Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check; verification of education (relevant to employment); and other checks based on the position.

Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.

Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.

VSDB is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VSDB values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

Contact Information

Name: Jody Beelendorf

Phone: 540-332-9069

Email: jody.beelendorf@vsdbs.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.