What are the responsibilities and job description for the IEP Program Specialist (.5 Curtis/.5 Curvin) position at Pawtucket School Department?
IEP Program Specialist
SUMMARY:
Pawtucket is seeking a special educator skilled in the management and coordination of special education
services, mandates, and timelines at the building level. This special educator will oversee all special
education documents to ensure documents and timelines meet compliance with IDEA law.
Proven ability in positive communication with parents and other members of the IEP Team
is a must. This position may also include special education classroom support and case management services with a caseload.
EXEMPLARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
●Support to building principals, special education administration, special educators, related service providers, community partners, and general educators in the area of special education
●Serves as a team leader to support compliance to RI Special Education Regulations and IDEA
●Tracks and creates reports to support compliance timelines in regards to annual IEPs, evaluations, initial IEPs, new referrals, IEP reviews, manifestation hearings, and placement reviews.
●Demonstrates leadership and support to special educators and related service providers with IEP writing through feedback to ensure quality of IEPs.
●Present and develop Professional Development and PLCs agendas at the building level
●Assist principals with scheduling and caseloads of the special education department
●Assist Special Education Administration with ESY packets, data, meetings and submissions in a timely manner
●Disseminate all communication from the Special Education Administration office to support teachers, special education staff and families
●Support principals with all testing accommodations, including RICAS, NGSA, Access, etc.
●Support special education staff with Power School, Skyward, and other appropriate district platforms
●Complete education evaluations as assigned which may include community partners such as out-of-district schools, private schools, and other requests for evaluations
●Serve as a liaison between the school, district, and external agencies.
●Case Management responsibilities and IEP development of students on the caseload
●Support special education students within the general education setting
●Facilitate the development, review, and revision of IEPs, ensuring they are individualized, measurable, and aligned with student needs.
●Track student progress toward IEP goals and provide data-driven reports.
●Implements specially designed instruction to students with IEPs
●Ensures compliance with RI Special Education Regulation and IDEA timelines
●Coordinates and supports 3-year re-evaluations and other required evaluations that are needed to support students on the caseload.
IS KNOWLEDGEABLE OF:
●Common Core State Standards, Essential Elements, RICAS, ACCESS, Alternate ACCESS, and Alternate Assessment
●IDEA, MTSS, State and Federal Regulations
●Policies and procedures of the Pawtucket School Department and the Rhode Island Department of Education
●Assessment administration and use, both formative and summative
●State and Federal Regulations as related to timelines for evaluations and IEPs compliance
●Specialized instruction and services
SKILLED AT:
●Public speaking; writing; listening; problem-solving; dispute resolution and providing direction;
●Working with individuals and groups;
●Research and data analysis;
●Interpersonal skills;
●Teaching and presenting;
●Use of instructional technology;
●Observing and understanding effective teaching techniques;
●Being innovative and working with little direction;
●Leadership;
●Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATE:
●Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid driver’s license;
●The position requires a RI Certification as a Special Education Teacher, in addition to Early Childhood Teacher, Elementary Teacher, or Secondary Teacher depending on assignment;
●A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
●Minimum of three years of teaching experience
●Experience in working with students from urban area
●Experience working with students with variety of disabilities including students with behavioral/social/emotional challenges
●Proficient at entering data and necessary documents into Skyward and Power School
●Demonstrated compliance with meeting and paperwork mandates
●Demonstrated expertise in writing accurate and quality IEPs
●Experience with diversity, inclusivity, and cultural responsiveness
●Successful experience teaching.
COMPENSATION/BENEFITS:
●Full PSD benefits package; 184-day contract
●Salary range is dependent on step level and degree attainment level
THIS JOB SPECIFICATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO IMPLY THAT THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE THE EXCLUSIVE STANDARDS OF THE POSITION. INCUMBENTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY OTHER INSTRUCTIONS, AND TO PERFORM ANY OTHER RELATED DUTIES AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THE SUPERVISOR.