Special Programs Coordinator
Special Programs Coordinator
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Job Description
Job Title:SpecialProgramsCoordinator
Exemption Status/ Test:Exempt
Reports to:Special Programs Director
Department/ School:Special Programs Department
Minimum Salary:$
AnnualWork Calendar Days:202 Days
Primary Purpose:
The Coordinator of Special Services is responsible for identifying developing and coordinating resources at each campus or program assigned in order to meet the needs of students who qualify for special education. The Coordinator is responsible for working with campus personnel to provide appropriate programs for all Special Education students on the campus. The Coordinator is also responsible for leadership of assigned special education programs for staff and program development purposes.
Benefits:
Education/Certification:
Masters degree in a special education area or a related area preferred
T-Tess appraiser certified
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of Special Education laws state and federal (rules and regulations)
Knowledge of other special populations (OSP) and results driven accountability (RDA)
Strong ability to communicate orally and in writing
Ability to coordinate special education programs
Vast knowledge and experience with behavior management and intervention strategies
Experience:
Three years experience working within special education or school administration is preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
- Serve as an instructional leader consultant and support for the teachers and students on the campuses and in the program areas
- Facilitate least restrictive environment placement of students with
- Provide follow-up to special education placements including planning and implementation of related services adaptive equipment instructional materials and record
- Provide program development implementation and program
- Provide leadership in the development and implementation of curriculum and instruction for students with special education
- Work with the Director of Special Services in planning and providing inservice training and staff development for general education and special education
- Prepare and submit staff development budgets for various program areas.
- Interview special education applicants and in coordination with the campus administrators recommend to hire personnel according to district policies and
- Document visits to classrooms on a regular basis to observe the teacher/student interaction in order to identify and make recommendations in areas needing
- Assist in the evaluation of teachers/assistants in the special education programs in their schools and evaluate staff
- Monitor and ensure all student files meet compliance standards of the Texas Education
- Review and revise department policies and procedures annually to ensure compliance with local state and federal
- Collaborate with other district department leadership to provide input with regards to special
- Participate in ARD meetings as needed monitor the appropriate development of IEPs for quality programming and follow-up to ensure compliance with the
- Coordinate transition services of children from home to school environment from one educational program to another and from high school to higher education or successful job placement or to other agency
- Serve as a conflict mediator/problem solver in crisis situations concerning program placement and behavior of
- Advise campus administration regarding appropriate scheduling of students maximum usage of staff utilization of facilities appropriate to materials and equipment selection and PEIMS
- Analyze campus/district data and prepare reports for campus and department program Assist in analyzing and disseminating state and federal accountability results. Assist in completing any required revisions needed for state and federal reporting compliance.
- Coordinate services as needed with other departments such as transportation food service maintenance vocational
- Work with other school districts education agencies and community agencies in developing supports programs and actives to assist students with
- Keep the Director of Special Services fully informed with respect to staff classroom and equipment needs as well as possible problem
- Maintain a high degree of communication collaboration and cooperation with all members of the special services department and support its programs and
- Maintain professional growth through local state and national meetings focus groups and professional development as well as reading professional
- Perform other duties that may be assigned by the Director of Special
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervise all assigned Special Education personnel
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/ Environmental Factors:
Tools/ Equipment Used:
Demonstrate ability to utilize computers (desktops/laptops) calculatorscopy machines and other office equipment
Posture:
Prolonged sitting; occational bending/stooping pushing/pulling and twisting
Motion:
Repetitive hand motions frequent keyboarding and use of mouse
Lifting:
Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment:
Frequent districtwide travel; occasional statewide travel
Mental Demands:
Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law Bay City ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation or gender identity) national origin age disability military status genetic information or on any other basis prohibited by law.
Additionally the district does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicants job qualifications experience and abilities.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
