What are the responsibilities and job description for the Out of District and Special Education Program Coordinator position at Wareham Public Schools?
Qualifications: Advanced Degree (Master's or CAGS) in Special Education/Administration. Certification in Special Education Administration is required.
Three (3) years of successful special education teaching experience required.
Ten (3) years of successful Special Education Administration experience required.
Possesses a genuine desire to work with all students; be sensitive to and skilled in working with a diverse student population.
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Job Goals:
-To provide case management and consultation services for the district in the identification, evaluation, and placement of special education students in out-of-district placements, and to provide administrative support to the Wareham Elementary School Special Education team.
-In-depth knowledge of Special Education Law regarding Court-Ordered Placements, Homelessness.
-All paperwork, monitoring, and other related tasks related to the out-of-district caseload
-Ability to search for out-of-district placements for students.
-Ability to provide support to school teams, and build collaborative relationships with Out of District programs, as well as build a strong knowledge of all in-district Special Education programs.
-Coordinate with building administrators and Team Chairs to identify at-risk students.
-Evaluate special education staff in substantially separate programs.
-Knowledge of Problem Resolution and Bureau of Special Education Appeals processes.
-Knowledge of Circuit Breaker and Extraordinary Relief
-Attend all district-recommended training and conferences related to Special Education Law.
-Any other duties assigned by the Director of Student Services or Superintendent.
11 Month position
Individual Contract
Salary : $80,000 - $105,000