Part-Time Federal Programs/Special Ed. Coord.

TITLE: Federal Program/Special Education Coordinator

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Valid Alabama State Department of Education certification in instructional leadership/administration
2. Experience or demonstrated aptitude for planning and budgeting project proposals and for clear writing
3. Ability to supervise and evaluate designated personnel, manage budgets, and develop curriculum and programming specific to the needs of students with disabilities
3. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

REPORTS TO: Superintendent
JOB GOAL: To utilize federal funding opportunities to as great advantage as possible to benefit the educational excellence of the district’s programs, facilities, and personnel

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Conducts in-service education workshops in the writing of performance objectives, the drafting of project proposals, and the interpretation of specifications for federal funding.
2. Evaluates projects proposed by members of the staff for their relevance to the district’s plan and needs, and their eligibility for federal funding.
3. Assume final responsibility for the writing of all proposals and the filing of all application for federal moneys.
4. Evaluates all federally funded projects in operation on a regular basis.
5. Disseminates project information, as appropriate, to the staff and the public at large
6. Remains up to date on changing laws and requirements regarding federal funds available to the schools.
7. Prepares for the superintendent an annual report concerning the district’s involvements with federally funded projects.
8. Prepares and maintains budget for system’s allotted federal funds
9. Provides leadership in developing and promoting the mission and vision of the exceptional education services.
10. Disseminates information about the latest laws, research, and trends in special education to teachers, principals, and other stakeholders
11. Provides appropriate advice on application and interpretation of exceptional educational laws, policies and procedures.
12. Directs processes for mandated timeline compliance, reporting, and record management, including data entry and submission for ALSDE database programs and any other required program information.
13. Coordinates 504 Plans and Homebound services according to federal law and board policy
14. Assists with program evaluations, operations, management, and strategic planning for system’s gifted student education program.
15. Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by Superintendent.