Special Education

Daily Tasks & Duties

Student Services

● Provides leadership and supervision in developing comprehensive program plans as well as implementing Remediation Programs, Credit Recovery, Special Education, Gifted, and ESOL

● Shares information about programs with various stakeholders in serving as a liaison between the school system and other agencies

● Maintaining state-required timelines through GaDOE

● Monitors schoolwide data reports to interpret data, determine intervention efficacy, and plan next steps of support

● Participates in local and state meetings pertaining to all programs

● Stays informed of best practices, state, and federal laws regarding student services

● Coordinates and conducts professional development activities

● Collaborates with parents, district administrators, and leaders in the selection and placement of students, as well as hearings and resolutions

● Organizes instruction to support curriculum for target groups

● Creates and maintains standard operating procedure manuals

● Recommends and supports writing school policies

● Works with the Testing Coordinator to facilitate appropriate accommodations for assessments

● Supports data collection for timely and accurate state reporting purposes

● Serves as the main contact resource person and collaborates with the school administration to identify needs and coordinate Extended School Year and Credit Recovery Programs

● Work with faculty and staff in schools to conduct training regarding the implementation of Special Education, MTSS Academic and Behavior programs, EIP, REP, Gifted, 504 Plans, ESOL, and Hospital/Homebound Services to improve instruction and to target academic achievement where learning and achievement gaps are present

● Meets with administration, collaborating teachers, students, and parents to discuss student progress and instructional supports through the Special Education, MTSS, ESOL, EIP, REP, Gifted, and 504 processes

● Provides consultation and direction to teachers, counselors, and administrators regarding the provision of Special Education, MTSS Academic and Behavior intervention, REP/EIP, ESOL, Gifted, Remediation, and 504 Plan services

● Manages review of Special Education, MTSS Academic and Behavior intervention, REP/EIP, ESOL Gifted, EIP, REP, 504 Plans, and Hospital Homebound eligibility referral process and documentation of EIP, REP, Gifted, ESOL, 504 Plans, and Hospital Homebound for compliance

● Creates, edits, and disseminates all letters, forms, and templates related to Special Education, MTSS Academic and Behavior programs, EIP, REP, Gifted program, ESOL program, Hospital Homebound program, and 504 Plans initiatives

● Develops the annual Special Education, MTSS Academic and Behavior Interventions Gifted, EIP, REP, and ESOL program(s) calendar in collaboration with school-based staff

● Coordinates and provides professional development opportunities to increase rigorous and supportive instructional practice to include regular PLC meetings, trainings, model-lessons, and individual conferences (as needed)

● Identifies and provides resources to school leaders and administrators in support of Special Education, Gifted, MTSS Academic and Behavior interventions, ESOL instruction, EIP, REP, Hospital Homebound program, and 504 Plans initiatives

● Oversees management of all program assessment materials, inventory, training, distribution, and reporting

● Collaborates with district state reporting staff; manages FTE district data reporting for Special Education, EIP, REP, Gifted, ESOL, 504 Plans, and Hospital Homebound services

● Collaborates with school administration on teacher scheduling, staffing patterns, and staff responsibilities in support of the Special Education, EIP, REP, SE, Gifted, and ESOL programs

● Develops and oversees the school-based implementation of all Special Education, MTSS Academic and Behavior programs, Gifted, EIP, REP, ESOL program, 504 Plans, and Hospital Homebound policies and procedures at the Elementary and Middle School levels in collaboration with key stakeholders

● Develops and implements a results-oriented program design, based on current and historical data, with measurable program evaluation metrics

● Verifies teacher credentials for SE, Gifted, EIP, REP, and ESOL instructional courses

● Reviews and updates (annually), the Special Education, Gifted, MTSS Academic and Behavior Programs, ESOL, EIP, REP, 504 Plans, and Hospital Homebound Manuals

● Observes and monitors teacher instructional practice and provides indirect insights into annual evaluations of teachers offering Special Education, EIP, REP, Gifted, and ESOL instruction (TKES)

● Develops and monitors annual Special Education, MTSS Academic and Behavior programs, EIP, REP, Gifted, and ESOL budgets for assigned funds, to include district-level and school-based expenditures

● Facilitates monthly MTSS Academic and Behavior programs, Gifted, EIP, REP, ESOL, 504 Plans, and Hospital Homebound staff meetings; provides district-wide professional development on topics related to these programs/supports/services

● Serves as the school-based point of contact and provides regular communication regarding the implementation of Instructional Support Programs initiatives

● Actively participates in data, academic, and compliance meetings

● Attends, as necessary and appropriate, training sessions/conferences related to assigned responsibilities to effectively use data to inform school improvement initiatives.

● Attends department, school, and district required meetings.

● Partners with school and leadership personnel to assist in staffing, training, and hiring activities

Admin

● Serve as the main administrator in the building, as assigned by the school leader.

● Provide support with discipline to include implementation of discipline protocols and procedures

● Performs all other duties related to organizational goals.

● Maintains a professional manner in person and on the phone, assists if possible, and redirects inquiries, as necessary.

● Maintains confidentiality regarding all employees, family, and student information, internal documents, memorandums, and meetings.

● Be flexible and respond to requests for assistance from all departments, as needed.

● Cross-trained in the duties of all school administrators to fill in/assist as needed.

● Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

Minimum Qualifications

● Master's degree in Education, Special Education, or related field

● Special Education Certification

● 3–5 years of management and leadership experience in education, preferably in leadership

● Demonstrated experience in Special Education compliance

● Extensive experience with Special Education, MTSS Academic and Behavior programs, Gifted, EIP, REP, ESOL program, 504 Plans, and Hospital Homebound

● Working knowledge of education law, including Federal and State law

● Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet multiple deadlines.

● Proficiency in GO-IEP or comparable IEP program, Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace applications.

● Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a professional, approachable, and service-oriented demeanor.

● Proven ability to collaborate effectively with staff, school leadership, and external partners.

● Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in handling sensitive employee and student information.

Preferred Qualifications

● Leadership Endorsement

● ESOL Endorsement

● Gifted Endorsement

● Experience using Infinite Campus or a comparable SIS platform

● Experience working in a K–12 school environment, charter school, or district-level administrative office.

● Understanding of Mandated Reporter requirements and compliance documentation.

● Knowledge of file management systems and document organization

● Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in handling sensitive

Pay: $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000