Coordinator of Special Education - 11 month
Coordinator of Special Education - 11 month
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Job Description
- Job Title: Coordinator of Special Education
- Location: Office of Student Support Services
- Pay Grade:Administrator and Professional Salary GradeA06
- Work Calendar: Licensed 220 DaysEmployee
- FLSA Status: Exempt
GENERAL PURPOSE
Under the supervision of the Director of Special Education this position provides leadership in the development and implementation of special education services. Specifically this position trains observes and coaches teachers of students with all grade levels and plays a vital role coordinating special education services within a designated cluster of schools.
MAIN JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Program Coordination: Develop implement and monitor special education programs tailored to the needs of students within the designated cluster of schools.
- Teacher Support and Training: Provide guidance training and professional development opportunities for teachers and support staff to enhance their ability to meet the needs of students with disabilities.
- Student Assessment: Collaborate with school staff to develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and monitor student progress to ensure that appropriate interventions and accommodations are provided.
- Collaboration and Communication: Foster effective communication and collaboration among teachers administrators parents and external agencies involved in supporting students with special needs.
- Resource Allocation: Assist in the allocation of resources including personnel materials and technology to support the effective delivery of special education services.
- Compliance and Documentation: Ensure compliance with relevant laws regulations and policies governing special education services and maintain accurate documentation related to student progress interventions and services provided.
- Crisis Intervention: Provide support and guidance in managing crisis situations involving students with special needs including behavior management strategies and coordination with appropriate support services.
- Professional Development: Stay informed about current research best practices and developments in the field of special education and facilitate professional development opportunities for staff members.
- Advocacy: Advocate for the rights and needs of students with disabilities within the educational system and community and promote inclusive practices that support the full participation and success of all students.
Support and demonstrate core values of Stafford Schools Student Support Services
- Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to position.
- Respond to written and oral requests for information promptly and thoroughly.
- Maintain a clean neat appearance appropriate to position.
- Maintain a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality.
- Serve as a role model for students colleagues and the general public.
- Work in close harmony with colleagues supervisors and coworkers.
- Comply with all District and School policies and regulations including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality.
- Perform other related duties as required/assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Masters Degree from an accredited college or university in Special Education or related field required
- Must hold or be eligible for a valid Virginia Teaching License. Licensure/certification in Special Education preferred.
- Four (4) years of experience working with students with disabilities.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge
- Special education process and current legal mandates as related tospecial education.
- Developmentally appropriate practices and methodologies.
- Classroom management strategies appropriate to the learning situation
Abilities
- Relate positively to parents and other community representatives.
- Ability to demonstrate appropriate use of written and verbal communication; thorough knowledge of English grammar and usage.
- Demonstrate effective positive behavioral supports and practices.
- Assess individual staff and student needs and performance.
- Address criticism in an appropriate manner and develop constructive outcomes.
- Work cooperatively in a team environment to meet goals
- Organize and perform work independently
- Meet deadlines for all work even when working on multiple projects
- Show sustained effort and enthusiasm in quality and quantity of work
WORKING CONDITIONS and PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Work environment is primarily inside where noise and temperature levels are moderate and can also include outdoor responsibilities with exposure to weather conditions.
- No exposure to chemicals or other negative air quality elements.
- The work is light work which requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionallyand/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects.
- The following physical and mental abilities are representative of those expected to complete the essential functions of the job: standing for prolonged periods; sitting for prolonged periods; operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment; moving the hands wrists or fingers repetitively; moving with force on the back or lower body repetitively; feeling grasping or holding objections by hand; identifying colors visually; identifying objects in low light or distant conditions; communicating via spoken language; communicating via written language; perceiving sounds; making decisions using logic and rational thinking.
- Additionally the following physical abilities are required: feeling grasping handlinglifting mental acuity reaching repetitive motion speaking standing talking visualacuity and walking.
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations shall be made as required by law to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.
Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
