WEST VIRGINIA SCHOOLS FOR THE DEAF AND THE BLIND
NOTICE OF VACANCY
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
POSITION TITLE:
SUPERINTENDENT
RESPONSIBILITY:
Serve as chief administrative officer of the West Virginia Schools for the
Deaf and the Blind. Assume responsibility for the development,
administration, evaluation and general supervision of the Schools, which
include residential and day programs.
RELATIONSHIPS:
Directly responsible to the West Virginia Board of Education through the
State Superintendent of Schools.
HOURS OF WORK:
Normal school day and other hours as necessary.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Implement state and federal codes and policies of the West Virginia Board of Education
related to the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB). Establish,
implement and evaluate school policies and regulations.
Provide for the health, education and safety of students with blindness and students with
deafness during their attendance at the schools.
Supervise the development, revision and implementation of the schools’ philosophy, goals and
guidelines.
Provide leadership for the continued development and general supervision of educational and
residential programs for students with blindness and students with deafness. Ensure
compliance with the School Laws of West Virginia and guidelines for preschool, elementary
and secondary schools in their appropriate application to educational programs for students
with blindness and students with deafness.
Coordinate programs and activities of the Schools with the West Virginia Department of
Education’s policies and regulations.
Provide for and supervise a responsible system of accounting, budgeting and financing for
the Schools.
Supervise the establishment and maintenance of necessary records in accordance with
acceptable and appropriate procedures. Ensure the observance of policies and regulations
governing confidentiality.
Supervise the care and maintenance of all school property.
Coordinate the renovation, design and/or construction of buildings and other facilities with
appropriate personnel.
Recommend the employment and dismissal of all personnel for the WVSDB to the West
Virginia Board of Education.
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11. Provide opportunities for the professional growth and development of members of the
faculty and staff.
12. Encourage and promote a mutually responsive and supportive relationship between the
School and the community-at-large, professional organizations, and other agencies.
13. Collaborate with the West Virginia Department of Education, county board of education and
other related agencies in the provision of technical assistance, staff development, program
development, and services for students with blindness and students with deafness.
14. Administer a personnel evaluation system for faculty and staff.
15. Perform other duties as deemed necessary by the West Virginia Board of Education and as
outlined in the specific duties and responsibilities for this position.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum of a Master’s Degree in school administration, education of students with blindness or
students with deafness, or special education with at least five years of experience and
demonstrated ability in the administration of school programs for students with blindness and/or
students with deafness; fluency in sign language or willingness to attain; specific ability and
knowledge related to blindness and deafness and the duties and responsibilities of the position.
SALARY:
$88,737.15
261 days (Twelve month employment)
On-campus housing available
CLOSING FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: April 20, 2007 @ 4:00 p.m.
APPLY TO:
West Virginia Board of Education
Attention: Lowell Johnson, President
Building 6, Room 351
1900 Kanawha Boulevard, East
Charleston, West Virginia 25304-0330
PROVIDE:
Copy of current resume and names, addresses and phone numbers of three
references.
An application for employment may be obtained by calling Lisa Mullins at 304-558-2702 or obtained
online at http://wvde.state.wv.us/wvde-vacancies/wvde-vacancy-application.pdf.
DISCRIMINATION PROHIBITED: The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind does not discriminate on the
basis of sex, race, color, religion, disability, age, or national origin in employment and in the administration of any of its
education programs and activities. Inquiries may be directed to the WVSDB at (304) 822-4800; WV Board of Education,
Charleston, WV 25305; or to the US Dept. of Education’s Director of the Office for Civil Rights, (215) 596-6795.