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About the Role
The Assistant Director for 504s supervises the preparation for, chairs, and facilitates 504 processes for students with disabilities. This role collaborates with various leaders and staff to support the 504 process, communicate plans, and ensure compliance.
Responsibilities
- Supervise the chairing of all 504 meetings, documenting discussions, and updating documents to reflect student needs based on medical evidence, school input, and student/family requests.
- Chair meetings as needed.
- Respond to inquiries from students, families, and staff regarding 504 plans and accommodation implementation.
- Produce quarterly reports on students with 504s to track behavior, attendance, and academic performance, suggesting plan revisions based on analysis.
- Engage in supervision and support meetings with the 504 chairperson/coach, Student Support Services leaders, and other leaders.
- Utilize strong systems for data collection and tracking to document needs, services, and progress towards student behavioral goals.
- Develop and provide training and support to staff on Section 504 compliance and best practices, in partnership with the 504 chairperson/coach.
- Consult with school leaders regarding the student discipline process for students with 504s.
- Partner with school and site supervisors on the development and implementation of 504 plans.
- Attend meetings to maintain current knowledge of new legislation and requirements.
Requirements
- In-depth understanding of Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA).
- Proven experience accelerating measurable student learning in urban schools (preferred).
- Training and/or experience with Culturally Relevant Education (preferred).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience with chairing special education or 504-accommodation meetings (preferred).
- Prior demonstration of exemplary attendance is expected.
- Must possess New York State administrative certification, or qualify to obtain it by the first date of employment.
- Familiarity with federal and state regulations regarding disability accommodations.
- City residents are encouraged to apply.
Skills
- Section 504 understanding
- Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) understanding
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Data collection systems
- Tracking systems
- Training development
- Staff support
- Compliance reporting
- Recordkeeping
Location
- Syracuse
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Not specified
Education Level
- New York State administrative certification
Salary/Compensations
- Starting salary for the 2026-2027 school year is $129,960, per the Unit 2 Contractual Agreement.
About the Company
- The Syracuse City School District is undergoing a new phase of innovation and transformation with the goal of ensuring all students graduate high school with the skills needed to be ready for college and career.
- The district represents 35 schools and programs, serving approximately 19,000 students Pre-K–12.
- 82.3% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, 20.1% are served by the Office of Special Education, and 83% are students of color.