Elementary Special Education Coordinator

SUMMARY: The Coordinator of Special Education will supervise, develop and evaluate programs and services geared to meeting the specific individual education needs of students with disabilities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: •Demonstrates sound judgement and emotional stability. •Maintains a positive attitude and works well with others. •Ensures the safety of students. •Interacts with staff, students and the community in a positive and respectful manner. •Collaboratively works with parents, school administrators and intervention staff to coordinate programs and services for students with disabilities. •Plans, organizes and conducts comprehensive professional development opportunities for teachers, administrators, teacher assistants, related service staff, parents and other staff members. •Provides support and consultation to teachers, staff, administration and parents in the areas of special education to improve curriculum implementation, support instructional capacity and increase student achievement. •Assists in the recruitment, hiring, supervision and evaluation process for intervention staff. •Works with the Director of Special Education to research best practices and analyze and identify District trends and needs. •Plans, implements and monitors improvement to special education and related services programming. •Coordinates resources and materials to develop plans for academic, psychological, social and emotional health. •Coordinates early childhood services, school age services, transition services, postsecondary options, alternative education programs and home instruction. •Leads and coordinates related services such as speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, adapted physical education, nursing, psychological services and behavioral services. •Assists the Director of Special Education in the monitoring and recommendation of specialized equipment and curriculum and instructional materials as it relates to classroom and student needs in order to inform the utilization of special education funds. •Coordinates and monitors services and supports to ensure compliance with District policies and state and federal laws applicable to special education and individuals with disabilities. •Assists in the development and review of policies and administrative guidelines concerning special education programs. •Coordinates activities between the school District and community, businesses or private agencies to enhance the understanding of system initiatives and priorities and to elicit support and assistance. •Coordinates the District alternative education placements. Responsibilities may include contracting with outside agencies for placement seats, recommending the purchase of seats, monitoring program quality and effectiveness, working with building and District administrators on criteria for placement, and evaluating the yearly needs. •Attends trainings, conferences and workshops as assigned or appropriate to keep abreast of current practices, programs and legal issues. •Prepares or oversees the preparation of all required reports and maintains all appropriate records. •Assists in the implementation of the District’s goals. •Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems or opportunities for improvement and takes appropriate action including utilizing appropriate strategies and problem solving tools to make decisions. •Other duties as assigned by supervisor. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: •Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: •Master’s Degree in Education. •Experience in program development, leadership and program coordination preferred. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: •Valid Administrative License is required.

Salary : $118,164 - $147,571