(Interim) Secondary Special Education Coordinator

SECONDARY (6-12 ) SPECIAL EDUCATION COORDINATOR

Position Overview:

Reynoldsburg City Schools is seeking an experienced applicant to serve the role of Secondary Special Education Coordinator. The Coordinator works closely with the Director of Special Education to develop high quality programs of services for secondary students. The Coordinator is responsible for coordinating all secondary level special education programs to ensure that all students with disabilities receive appropriate services and supports.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate special education programming for 6-12 students, including transition students/Grade 23 students
• Ensures appropriate delivery of special education services in accordance with students IEP’s
• Conducts IEP verifications to ensure proper implementation of compliance, processes, procedures, delivery of specially designed instruction and related services
• Provides training and technical assistance to all staff including case managers, intervention specialists, general education teachers, related service providers, administrators, and support service professionals on various special education related topics
• Ensures compliance by the district with all local, state and Federal laws and regulations relating to students with disabilities as well as those suspected of having a disability
• Assists in the development and implementation of local procedures and policies for identification, evaluation, and placement of students with disabilities
• Assists in the implementation of district wide internal monitoring process
• Effectively communicates to all stakeholders the special education process including process for referrals, evaluations, annual plans, and re-evaluations
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with all stakeholders
• Works with the transportation department to secure and maintain needed transportation for students with disabilities
• Works with the principals and the human resources department to assist in hiring and talent acquisition
• Assists with the development of the District’s MTSS process and ensures compliance with processes
• Assists with the development of the District’s PBIS process and ensures compliance with processes
• Evaluation of staff as determined by the contract and the Director of Special Education
• Works with the building teams, the Director of Special Education, and providers in relation, but not limited to: outplaced students, related services, relative agencies, students using Autism and Jon Peterson Scholarship
• Assist with the development of behavioral management including developing mental health alliances and supports
• Builds and manages positive relationships with, and engages with out-of-district service providers and facilities
• Assist with needs related to Transition planning and participation
• Collaborate with Career Centers to service IEP students who attend, attend career center transition meetings in the Spring, attends career center IEP and ETR meetings.
• Supports the planning of special education initiatives and their implementation
• Integrates research based best practices into ongoing programs and new initiatives
• Stays abreast of all legal requirements governing special education and their application to programs in Reynoldsburg City Schools
• Process Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Scholarship applications districtwide in the Autism Scholarship portal 
• Conducts the Manifestation Determination Review’s at the district level
• Oversees and maintains inventory of special education equipment and materials
• Makes budget and staffing recommendations regarding special education programs
• Assists in recruitment and selection of all special education personnel
• Maintains confidentiality of staff and student records and general information
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education 

Minimum Qualifications:

• A valid Ohio administrative license or commensurate experience
• At least three years of experience in special education

Preferred Qualifications:

• A valid Ohio administrative license
• At least five years of experience in special education

Terms of Contract:

• 252 Days