Lake Norman Charter is seeking qualified candidates for District 504 Coordinator for the 2026-2027 school year. This position reports to the Director of Academics, serving students grades K-12.

Lake Norman Charter
District 504 Coordinator

Position Type: Full-Time, 10-month

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: Lake Norman Charter MS: Huntersville, NC

Reports to: Director of Academics

Purpose: Lake Norman Charter (LNC) is a K-12 public charter school that provides a rigorous and comprehensive educational environment to develop students with a focus on college readiness, leadership, and social responsibility.

As a college preparatory school committed to serving all students, it is essential that LNC establishes and maintains comprehensive support systems that ensure every student has equal access to educational opportunities regardless of disability. The District 504 Coordinator plays a crucial role in safeguarding the rights of students with disabilities by overseeing the implementation of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act across our educational programs, ensuring appropriate accommodations, and facilitating an inclusive learning environment that supports our mission of leadership and service.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures district-wide compliance with all Section 504 regulations, policies, and legal requirements.
• Develops, implements, and regularly updates policies, procedures, and practices related to Section 504 to maintain compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Coordinates and oversees all Section 504 processes, including student referrals, evaluations, eligibility determinations, and the development of 504 accommodation plans.
• Provides comprehensive training and professional development to administrators, teachers, and staff on Section 504 requirements, responsibilities, and best practices for supporting students with disabilities.
• Conducts regular assessments to ensure that services, activities, programs, and facilities are accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities.
• Establishes and manages effective Section 504 grievance procedures, investigating complaints alleging violations of Section 504, and facilitating appropriate resolutions.
• Collaborates with and advises counseling staff, administrators, teachers, and other personnel on the effective development and implementation of individual 504 Plans to support student success.
• Communicates with and provides parents or guardians with procedural safeguards, rights information, and guidance throughout the 504 process.
• Implements monitoring systems to ensure ongoing compliance with Section 504 regulations and identifying areas for continuous improvement.
• Maintains accurate, comprehensive records of all disability accommodation matters, including documentation of evaluations, 504 plans, and related services.
• Conducts annual reviews of prohibited acts and complaint patterns to identify and address systemic issues related to Section 504/ADA compliance.
• Serves as a liaison between the school, families, and community agencies to coordinate resources and support for students with disabilities.
• Coordinates and facilitates 504 meetings at all three campuses to provide expertise and ensure appropriate accommodations are considered and implemented.
• Works closely with EC staff to conduct additional educational testing, explore potential accommodation needs and transition students to IEP plans, if necessary.
• Leads the district's 504 team and coordinates with building-level 504 representatives to ensure consistent implementation across all school sites.
• Stays current with legal developments, case law, and best practices related to Section 504 and disability accommodations in educational settings.
• Prepares and submits required reports to administration and governmental agencies regarding 504 compliance and activities.
• Performs other duties assigned by the Director of Academics, Superintendent or other designated administrative staff.

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Experience in developing and implementing accommodation plans 
• Basic knowledge of Section 504, IDEA, and ADA regulations and willingness to be trained

SUGGESTED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in an Educational field or related 
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in education field
• Experience in special education, counseling, or related services preferred