ACCESS Assistant Coordinator of Special Populations

Job Goal: Assists the Administrator and Coordinator in all matters related to programs personnel administration and communication of ACCESS.

Qualifications:

1. Valid Alabama teaching certificate with certification in special education required
2. Masters Degree and Administrative Certification required
3. Minimum of five (5) years experience in special education
4. Valid Alabama drivers license
5. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports To: ACCESS Administrator

Background Check Required: (Ala. Code 16-22A-5) Upon offer of employment employees will be required to submit legible fingerprints for a background review by the Alabama Bureau of Investigation and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Background checks may not be more than ten (10) years old.

Prerequisite Knowledge and Skills:

1. Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills
2. The ability to be a self-starter and work independently as well as a team player in team responsibilities
3. The ability to define problems collect data establish facts and draw valid conclusions
4. The ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from students teachers administrators parents regulatory agencies and stakeholders
5. The ability to read analyze and interpret reports
6. Strong computer skills in database systems and presentation graphics

Essential Functions:

1. Supervises ACCESS teachers to ensure students with IEP/504/EL plans are being accommodated
2. Schedules and executes training for ACCESS teachers regarding documentation and making accommodations in ACCESS Schoology courses
3. Assists in the recruiting and training of ACCESS online and VCI teachers in addition to training for administrators counselors and facilitators
4. Liaison with the Alabama State Department of Education and support center partners in reference to the ACCESS Distance Learning program
5. Attends necessary meetings with the Alabama State Department of Education and support center partners in reference to the ACCESS Distance Learning initiative
6. Knowledge and understanding of the school system rules administrative procedures local board policy and state and federal rules and regulations including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEIA) 504 and EL plans
7. Recommends and coordinates appropriate staff development activities
8. Assists in the planning and delivery of training events for regional ACCESS staff
9. Assists in resolving ACCESS Distance Learning student discipline issues
10. Prepares state reports and plans as assigned
11. Works cooperatively with others
12. Addresses the needs of parents and students related to assigned areas
13. Attends IEP 504 and EL meetings as directed
14. Demonstrates professional ethics and confidentiality
15. Attends professional meetings writes reports and maintains records
16. Other duties as assigned

• This position will be subject to the Students First Act of 2011. Madison City Schools reserves the right to fill this position by transfer of a qualified applicant who is already employed by Madison City Schools.

• Under the Students First Act of 2011 no credit toward tenure or non-probationary status is earned in the initial school year of employment if the date of hire occurs after September 30.

Expected Employment: 240 days (full year)

Evaluation: According to established Board policies administrative procedures and guidelines.

Salary Range: According to Madison City Schools Salary Schedule (Salary based on employment for the complete year)

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Required Experience:

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