General Definition of Work

The Exceptional Children Coordinating Teacher, under limited supervision, supports Exceptional Children programming in schools and outside agencies. Coordinates, plans, and assists with instructional programs, providing support for all schools regarding compliance and maintaining an effective special education program consistent with state and federal guidelines, and related work.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary/Status

Certified Schedule/Full-time, 10 months

Reports To

Manager or Director of Exceptional Children

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Provide support in the development of Individual Education Plans (IEP). Coordinate and attend IEP meetings as needed
• Coordinate the scheduling of Exceptional Children (EC) staff and resources
• Collaborate with compliance facilitators, designated at the school level, regarding paperwork
• Develop, coordinate, and monitor implementation of improvement plans at schools, as assigned
• Facilitate the implementation of progress monitoring in writing instructional plans
• Model evidence-based instructional strategies as it relates to Specially Designed Instruction
• Provide co-teaching support to Exceptional Children and general education teachers
• Develop and provide professional development related to instruction and accountability
• Provide support to beginning teachers and/or teachers that are new to the district
• Review and evaluate requests for district support and outside representation
• Review behavior packets to determine placement or service delivery needs
• Review compliance reports for accuracy and completeness
• Monitor the completion of assigned tasks in preparation for headcount
• Assist in the collection, analysis, and interpretation of data needed for planning student supports, reporting, determining service delivery, making student programming decisions, and providing professional development
• Responsible for updating all datapoints in dashboards and systems
• Participate in the development of the department's Continuous Improvement Performance Plan (CIPP)
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Acts as a liaison between school and Exceptional Children department
• Represent the district/LEA, as necessary
• Perform related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, standards, and expectations of Exceptional Children programming
• Comprehensive knowledge and ability to interpret local, state, and federal regulations and laws pertaining to exceptional children
• Comprehensive knowledge on how to utilize appropriate data and information to make instructional decisions for students
• Knowledge on developing and implementing Individual Education Plan (IEP)
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of various learning styles, curriculum development and program evaluation, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning
• Skilled in the use of current software to include word processing, spreadsheets, and desktop publishing applications
• Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs
• Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
• Ability to conduct educational testing
• Ability to effectively lead/coach other adults to improve student achievement
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
• Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree required
• At least three years teaching experience required
• Valid NC Teaching Certification in Special Education required
• Master's degree in Special Education preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Special Requirements

• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings