Special Education Team Chair

Position Title: Team Chair – Randolph High School & Donovan Reports To: Assistant Principal Randolph High School and Assistant Principal Donovan Location: Randolph High School and Donovan General Description The Special Education Team Chair serves as the instructional and compliance leader for special education processes within their assigned school(s). The Team Chair ensures that all IEP processes, timelines, evaluations, and service delivery are compliant with IDEA, Section 504, and Massachusetts Special Education Regulations (603 CMR 28.00). This role supports administrators, teachers, related service providers, and families by coordinating evaluation teams, facilitating IEP meetings, and ensuring high-quality, student-centered decision-making. The ideal candidate is organized, solutions-oriented, collaborative, and able to lead with both compassion and clarity. Key Duties and Responsibilities IEP Process & Compliance Ensure all special education timelines are met, including 45-day, annual review, three-year reevaluation, and initial evaluation timelines. Coordinate referral, screening, and evaluation processes. - Obtaining signed consents. - Scheduling meetings with parents and staff. - File review and summary writing. - Monitoring procedural safeguards Monitor compliance with all state and federal regulations, including procedural safeguards and LRE requirements. Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the district’s IEP/504 management system. Ensure all IEPs and evaluation reports meet RPS and DESE quality standards before dissemination. Meeting Facilitation & Family Engagement Serve as primary facilitator for Initial, RE-Evaluation and Extended Evaluation IEP meetings. Ensure meetings are well-prepared, focused on student needs, and grounded in data. Communicate effectively with families regarding evaluation results, services, and procedural rights. Maintain a family-centered approach that builds trust and promotes collaborative problem-solving. Provide guidance on specialized programming decisions and appropriate accommodations/modifications. Collaboration & Leadership Partner with building principals, assistant principals, school psychologists, BCBAs, related service providers, and district administrators. Participate in building-based child study/student support team meetings and provide guidance on interventions prior to referral. Contribute to professional development for staff on special education procedures, compliance, and best practices. Data, Reporting & Documentation Review assessment data to support team decision-making. Prepare required DESE and district compliance reports. Assist with transportation updates, and evaluation tracking. Maintain organized records and ensure confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and state regulations. Filing of 688 referrals and student performance summaries for (High School Specific) Coordinate MCAS accommodations and collaborate with MCAS coordinator Program Quality & Continuous Improvement Support the Director of Special Education in monitoring specialized program fidelity (e.g., RISE, ILC, TLC). Identify trends in referrals, compliance, and service delivery and propose solutions. Participate in program reviews and help implement district initiatives related to inclusive practices and specialized supports. Initiate and monitor special transportation requests for students with disabilities. Terms of Employment Full-time position (school year additional days if needed for summer IEP/transition work) Salary and benefits per the Randolph Education Association Collective Bargaining Agreement