PreK-5 Special Education Coordinator

Douglas, WY - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 85000 - 99000

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Administration

Job Summary

Douglas is a welcoming and supportive community located 30 minutes south of Worcester conveniently accessible from Route 146. With a PreK-12 student population of approximately 1200 the districts mission is to ensure that all decisions are made in the best interest of students. Douglas Public Schools fosters a collaborative and congenial work environment with strong relationships among staff the town and the broader community including a supportive and engaged school are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable professional to support the effective implementation of special education services across our this role the Coordinator will work closely with building principals special education staff and families to ensure high-quality programming legal compliance and strong outcomes for students with disabilities. The ideal candidate is collaborative detail-oriented and deeply committed to supporting inclusive student-centered Special Education Coordinator provides comprehensive administrative and instructional support to building principals with a strong focus on procedural safeguards and technical guidance across all areas of special education. This individual plays an essential leadership role in monitoring and evaluating special education staff coordinating IEP processes and ensuring that services align with each students unique needs as well as state and federal partnership with principals the Coordinator consults on discipline procedures for students with disabilities and oversees the delivery of specialized instruction and related services. The role includes scheduling and facilitating IEP meetings serving as the district representative when assigned and ensuring that IEPs are developmentally appropriate standards-based strength-focused and compliant with all legal Coordinator also supports staff through ongoing training technical assistance and the integration of new research and best practices into programs and initiatives. Effective communication with families is a key component including guiding parents and guardians through the special education process from referral to evaluation annual reviews re-evaluations discipline and procedural stay current with evolving practices and policies the Coordinator participates in relevant training sessions workshops and conferences. Attendance at administrative meetings and work sessions is also required. Additional responsibilities and special projects may be assigned by the Director of Special Education & Student Support range for this position is $85000-$99000.

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