IEP LiaisonTeam ChairETL 2526 School Year
IEP LiaisonTeam ChairETL 2526 School Year
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Job Description
Shore Educational Collaborative was established in 1975 as one of 24 educational collaboratives in Massachusetts providing public special education to students with disabilities. Over200 students aged 322 attend our school in Chelsea receiving a comprehensive education and related services.
At Shore we believe that every person can grow learn and achieve goals that are meaningful to them. Our work is guided by our core values educate enrich inspire and we operate with respect integrity accountability and compassion. We center our students striving to be exceptional in our programs while honoring our community of diverse backgrounds experiences beliefs and perspectives. Our class sizes are intentionally small usually no more than ten students with a dedicated paraprofessional in each room. We believe in collaboration and a strong team with an 88 retention rate of professional staff. Were excited for you to join us.
Job Summary:
The IEP (Individualized Education Program) Liaison is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the development implementation and monitoring of IEPs for students with disabilities. This role ensures compliance with federal state and local regulations and collaborates with educators parents and service providers to support the educational needs and goals of each student.
Reports To: Director of Educational Services
Key Responsibilities:
- IEP Development and Coordination:
- Facilitate the creation review and modification of IEPs for students with disabilities.
- Schedule and facilitate IEP meetings ensuring all required team members are present.
- Monitor and document the implementation of IEP goals and accommodations.
- Collaboration and Communication:
- Serve as the primary point of contact between the school parents school districts and external agencies regarding IEP matters.
- Collaborate with teachers therapists counselors and other service providers to ensure appropriate delivery of services and supports.
- Communicate with parents/guardians to schedule and confirm meetings and share evaluations and reports prior to meetings.
- Training and Support:
- Provide training and support to school staff on IEP processes special education laws and effective instructional strategies.
- Assist teachers in developing studentcentered and data driven IEPs and progress reports.
- Compliance and Documentation:
- Maintain accurate and confidential records for all students with IEPs.
- Prepare and submit required reports to district and state education agencies.
- Ensure timely completion of all IEPrelated documentation and adherence to timelines.
- Oversee the implementation of DESEs new IEP.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelors degree in Special Education Education or a related field. Masters degree preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience working in special education including experience with IEP development and implementation.
- DESE Certification as a Special Education Administratorwill be required but can be gained in the position.
- DESE Certification in special education or related field required.
- Familiarity with Massachusetts new IEP.
- Skills:
- Strong understanding of Special Education laws and regulations.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to collaborate with a diverse team of educators parents and service providers.
- Proficiency in using technology for documentation and communication.
This position is school year only and is part of the Massachusetts Teachers Retirement System
Employment Type
Full-Time
