Special Services
Special Services Department
William Andersen, Co-Director of Special Services
Stacy Greenleaf, Co-Director of Special Services
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Director of Special Services assumes responsibilities for planning, development, coordination and management of all special education programs, services, budgets and personnel. The directors ensure compliance with state and federal regulations governing the delivery of services to students with disabilities.
AUTHORITY
In concert with principals, evaluates all special education staff and programs.
Utilizes supervision, staff development and performance evaluation to improve educational programs
Responsible for the supervision of Child Study Team members and related service providers
Recruit and employ credentialed personnel as required to provide services to students with disabilities consistent with their IEP's
Coordinates staff development opportunities to enable staff to better serve the needs of special education students
Coordinates with outside agencies to provide services to students and staff for the purpose of offering appropriate services.
ACCOUNTABILITY
Develops and administers district wide special education budget
Coordinates health personnel and assures compliance with New Jersey Department of Education in the health services area
Responsible for the supervision of home instruction
Responsible for district wide student records including compliance with appropriate laws and regulations
Prepares reports for federal, state and local reporting agencies
Cooperates with the transportation department in planning and delivery of services to students whose IEP require this service
RESPONSIBILITY
Maintains familiarity with current educational issues through ongoing professional development
Ensures that all students with disabilities are provided a free and appropriate public education through the provision of instructional programs and related services
Formulates policies and procedures that govern the evaluation of students referred for special education services and delivery of special education and related services
Develops policies and procedures to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
Interprets laws, rules and regulations to students, parents and staff
Maintain ongoing communication with the administration and regular/special education staff
Communicates information on programs, services and regulations to school personnel, parents, the Board of Education and other districts for the purpose of understanding of the programs.
Contact Information
Co- Director of Special Services: William Andersen
Email Address: wandersen@hazlet.org
Co- Director of Special Services: Stacy Greenleaf
Email Address: sgreenleaf@hazlet.org
Secretarial Information:
Michaele Pereira 732-264-8402 Ext. 1024