SPED Elementary Evalutation Coordinator

Special Education Evaluation Coordinator

Elementary Level

2026 - 2027

Position Summary:
A professional who assumes the responsibility for the direction, coordination, and supervision of the special education evaluation process in assigned buildings. Ensures compliance with State and Federal regulations and school district policies. Performs other duties as assigned.

• This job reports to the Assistant Superintendent of Special Services.
• This position is a Full-time, benefits-eligible position.
• The starting salary for this position is $43,500 - $93,500.
• Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. 
• Staff in their first or second year of total service as a teacher are eligible to participate in a new teacher induction stipend of $1,250 for 50 hours of approved training outside of the school day.
• Fully certified staff with more than two years of experience teaching in a Missouri Public School may be eligible to participate in the Career Ladder Program and may earn $1,500-$5,000 for approved work outside the school day.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinates the special education evaluation process in assigned schools.
• Completes the review of existing data, leading to a comprehensive evaluation.
• Obtains written notice and consent when it is determined that additional data is needed by conducting a test or administering individual assessment procedures.
• Coordinates identifying assessments and completion of assessments by staff.
• Notifies parents of the eligibility meetings early enough to ensure an opportunity to participate.
• Conducts eligibility meetings for initial evaluations.
• Attends reevaluation meetings at the request of building and/or district administrator.

• Writes an evaluation report including all required components, evaluation results, and eligibility determination.
• Meet district, state, and federal laws, guidelines, and procedures.
• Maintains data on evaluation due dates and notifies case managers of upcoming deadlines.
• Coordinates Independent Educational Evaluations.
• Completes reports as requested by the Special Education Office.
• Attends district and special education training and meetings.
• Presents information on a variety of topics for the purpose of special education evaluations to special education and related services staff.
• Serve as Local Education Agency Representative (LEA) for Eligibility meetings at the discretion of the building administrator.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Collaborates with a wide variety of district personnel for the purpose of special education evaluations.
• Collaborates with parent and student, if applicable, within the evaluation process.

Language Skills:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, staff, and the general public.
 
Mathematical Skills:
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plan and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
 
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
 
Other Skills and Abilities: 
Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on subject and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned.  Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents, skill in oral and written communication. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
 
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift to 50 lbs. such as boxes of books and AV/VCR carts. The employee is directly responsible for safety, well-being, or work output of other people.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
 
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud. Duties are performed indoors and occasionally outdoors.
 
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Job Requirements: Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

Skill-Based Competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying assessment instruments; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; researching and gathering relevant data about instruction; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

Knowledge-Based Competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: appropriate codes, policies, regulations, and/or laws; age-appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development; and behavioral management strategies.

Ability-Based Competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: establishing and maintaining constructive relationships; strong verbal and written communications skills; adapting to changing work priorities; maintain confidentiality; exhibiting tact and patience; and working flexible hours.

Background Check:
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to the Blue Springs School District. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Education/Experience/Certification:
Must hold or be eligible for a valid Missouri Teaching Certificate in at least one area of Special Education. Minimum of three years of successful teaching experience in a special education classroom. Knowledge of special education process requirements. Master’s degree preferred. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Salary : $43,500 - $93,500