Secondary Student Services Coordinator - East Greenwich Public Schools

East Greenwich Public Schools is seeking applications for a Secondary Student Services Coordinator. Job Title: Secondary Student Services Coordinator Department/Division: School Department Reports To: Secondary Administrators and the Director of Student Services Grade Level: Secondary Exempt: Non-Exempt Salary: In accordance with the Department Chair or Coordinator provisions in EGEA-Teachers contract Hours of Work: Full Time, School Year, with occasional work time needed outside of school hours within the stipend provided The Secondary Student Services Coordinator is a highly trained, experienced, and successful special educator with strong written and verbal communication and leadership skills. Under supervision, the Secondary Student Services Coordinator facilitates and supports compliance with state and federal regulations regarding Special Education and Section 504 throughout the district. They promote alignment of services with district priorities, curriculum, and state and federal regulations. This includes providing guidance on best practices and supports to maximize the growth potential of students with exceptional needs. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Under the direction of the Secondary Administrators and Director of Student Services: May act as an LEA at Evaluation Team and IEP team meetings. The LEA acts as a leader and represents East Greenwich Public Schools through active participation and collaboration on the team. Collaborate with, coach, and support Evaluation Teams and IEP teams to support compliance under RIDE/IDEA and Section 504. Facilitate and support educators and service providers with case management logistics, e.g., workflows, and administrative responsibilities such as eligibility paperwork, Prior Written Notice, etc. Collaborate with staff to develop, maintain, and disseminate a shared resource library of instructional materials, strategies, interventions, and data-collection tools. Collaborate with the Director of Special Education, Secondary administrators, teachers, and staff. Collaborate with special educators managing cases of secondary students attending outside placements. Provide support and coaching to Special Educators, Related Service providers, and Support Staff as needed, keyed to best practices in evidence-informed interventions and supports. Maintain confidential records. Knowledgeable of a variety of assessment tools and able to analyze and interpret data to make decisions or recommendations. May complete testing at the discretion of the Director of Student Services. Ensure that all special education and 504 timelines are being followed. Maintain professional development in new compliance regulations and best practices in Special Education. Communicate effectively and respond to parent and staff emails and phone calls in a timely manner. Serve as a leader in the district to help carry out goals and initiatives at Secondary Schools and the Office of Student Services. Collaborate with Middle and High School Principals in preparing for annual student course selection, the development of Special Education staff schedules, and caseload assignments. Collaborate with MIddle and High School Principals to assist in the preparation of state assessment coordination and accommodations for students with disabilities. Collaborate with Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals (BHDDH) and Office of Rehabilitation Services (ORS) to coordinate and support transition planning for students preparing to access adult services and outside providers upon exiting the school system. Collaborate with special educators managing cases of Middle and High School students attending outside placements. The ideal candidate will demonstrate consistent attendance and maintain effective performance evaluations as a special educator/case manager. Other related duties as assigned by the Director of Student Services and/or building principal. Desired Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree required, and an Advanced Education/ Master’s Degree in Special Education or related degree preferred 5 years as a Special Educator/ Case Manager Valid RIDE certification as a Special Education Teacher (6-12) Proficient knowledge of Special Education regulations through the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) and the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA), including the eligibility process, IEP writing, timelines, and procedures. Proficient knowledge of regulations regarding Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act Proficient knowledge of Assessment tools Safety Care Certification preferred Science of Reading endorsement preferred MLL endorsement preferred Citizenship, residency, or work VISA in the United States required Tools & Equipment Used: Being proficient in major computer software, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher), Google Calendar, Google platform, SAMS and Aspen. Having the ability to learn the operations of a state assessment online testing software. 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 sit, talk, and hear; frequently required use of hands to operate, find, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; occasionally required to stand or walk; occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; Vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus Physical Environment/Working Conditions: This is a school-year position within the bargaining unit. The schedule and responsibilities will be structured to prioritize support for educators and students while maintaining reasonable workload expectations. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job, and which are normally found in a school and/or a classroom. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Selection Guidelines: Formal application, initial screening, rating of education and experience, oral interview(s), and reference and background checks are required. Summary: The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related to or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. The East Greenwich Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.