GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK
Under the supervision of the Director II - Services for Exceptional Children, the Coordinator II - Services for Exceptional Children is responsible for planning, development, coordination, and management of the special education programs, related services, and personnel.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Meet regularly with the Director II - Exceptional Children to assure that the direction set for special education programs is consistent with the strategic plan of the school division and the Board
• Ensure that all students with disabilities are provided a free and appropriate public education through the provision of instructional programs
• Ensure special education teachers are implementing high leverage practices with fidelity
• Monitor special education program operations to ensure compliance with guidelines, regulations, and requirements of the school division and federal grant requirements
• Monitor academic performance of students with disabilities to ensure growth and targeted performance
• Assure the accurate and timely submission of all reports as requested by the local school division and the State Department of Education
• Monitor, analyze, interpret, and present data sets
• Provide high level support to instructors in the implementation of programs, including professional development, observing teachers, and giving appropriate feedback
• Implement and supervise the training of special education instructional paraprofessionals
• Maintain a high level of knowledge regarding emerging special education issues, changes in the laws and case law, and educational methods of educating students with disabilities
• Present information to parents and community leaders regarding the specific programs available and services available for special education
• Manage CCEIS grant and programming, including poverty training and other district initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Proven record as a successful teacher, administrator, or supervisor
• Experience in curriculum and instruction, special education, or related field, such as administration and supervision
• Ability to define problems and apply problem-solving techniques
• Ability to effectively manage assignments and meet critical deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with teachers, principals, parents, and community agencies

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree or above
• Holds or is eligible for a renewable Virginia teaching license with endorsements in special education and educational administration and supervision
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful teaching experience in special education or as an administrator supervising special education programs at the elementary, middle, and/or secondary level

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS AND WORK CONTACTS
Work is typically performed in an office setting. Regular coordination with school administrators is necessary. Daily liaison activity throughout the division is necessary. Contact with media personnel may be required. Attendance of school division activities is necessary. Regular contact is made with teachers, parents, students, and other community members. These contacts may be contentious. Occasional contact with School Board members, state administrators, and representatives of federal agencies is necessary.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
12 months (260 days); at least 8 hours per day

EVALUATION
Performance evaluation will be conducted annually by Director II - Exceptional Children on the effectiveness by which the employee has carried out the above responsibilities.