Program Representative, Admissions & Placement ESE

Job Summary

S erve s as liaison between exceptional student education department and schools providing direct services for students with disabilities . P rovide s support services and/or technical assistance to ensure appropriate placement and special education services . P rovide s input in specific exceptional student categories for proper identification and needed assessments . A ssist s in develop ing training modules , program planning, implementation of curriculum , and progress monitoring to measure student progress .

Essential Functions

• Provides assistance on the computerized IEP/EP program and IEP/EP development and compliance.
• Communicates with school personnel and administrators regarding appropriate instructional strategies and student performance data.
• Visits schools to observe the teaching/learning process and provides support and/or technical assistance.
• Assists in development/revision of district procedures for exceptional student programs; development of program curriculum; and development of needs assessments.
• Development and implementation of in-service training for teachers/therapists and other staff.
• Provides information and recommendations regarding instructional materials, equipment, and curriculum.
• Assists with staffing students who are eligible to receive services- Gifted Plan B. Provides information, direction, clarification and assistance to individual parents and school staff in arranging gifted services.
• Analyzes the data representative of subgroups to monitor problematic areas (such as over-representation) and a lack of academic performance, recommending strategies to address such areas. Develops and maintains appropriate program records, data, and reports.
• Assists in design, development, implementation, and evaluation of facilities, programs, and services delivery.
• Serves as liaison with parent organizations and committee agencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Education : Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Master's degree preferred.

Experience: Three (3) years of experience in exceptional student education. Experience in gifted exceptional education preferred.

Certifications & Licenses: Florida Department of Education certification in Exceptional Student Education.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs)

• Working knowledge of exceptional student education
• Knowledge of federal, state and district legislation, policies specifically related to exceptional student education operations
• Knowledge of current trends and best practices in exceptional student education
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software skills
• Strong time management skills
• Strong creative problem solving skills
• Ability to develop and revise district procedures for exceptional student programs
• Ability to develop and implement in-service training for teachers, therapists, and other staff
• Ability to manage multiple tasks
• Ability to facilitate meetings effectively
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, principals, and parents
• Ability to propose strategies and activities to address student academic, behavioral, and social needs