Special Education Coordinator

JOB TITLE: ELEMENTARY SPECIAL EDUCATION COORDINATORSouth Kingstown School District is currently accepting applications for a Special Education Coordinator (Elementary). South Kingstown is a proud Professional Learning Community built upon collaborative leadership 21st-century deep learning competencies while developing a culture of equity openness and sharing of ideas. Working together the South Kingstown School District provides the foundation for an exceptional educational experience. We are committed to working in partnership with families and the entire community to educate ALL of our children. Few school districts can offer what the South Kingstown School District can. The excellence and variety of programs offered by our schools along with the quality of life in South Kingstown make our community of South Kingstown a wonderful place to learn work and Duties:The Coordinator of Special Education is responsible for the supervision of special education staff. The Coordinator may serve as the LEA representative at Evaluation Team Meetings and IEP Team meetings and works with the Building Administrator and Director of Pupil Personnel Services to ensure that the provision of special education and related services to students with Individual Education Programs (IEP) is provided. The Coordinator of Special Education fosters collaboration in the department and recognizes the accomplishments of departmental members. Depth of knowledge regarding special education law processes and procedures exceptional leadership and communication skills are paramount.1. Assists in the recruitment selection and assignment of special education personnel2. Works with the leadership team to identify/organize professional development needs and activities for the school community in addition to participating in relevant professional development opportunities3. Works with building leadership team(s) Instructional Coordinator(s) and the Director of Pupil Personnel Services to develop and implement efficient and effective service delivery models reflecting best practice 4. Fosters collaboration between special education and general education as it pertains to teaching learning and assessment5. Works with the Building Administrator and Director of Pupil Personnel Services to develop an annual budget for special education personnel and expenditures in collaboration with the Instructional Coordinator (s) 6. Assists in the preparation and revision of school documents (Program of Studies Student Handbook etc.) in conjunction with the Building Administrators and Instructional Coordinator(s).7. Collaborates with building administrators and Instructional Coordinator(s) to prepare the state testing administration schedule and assists with accommodation needs for students with IEPs8. Meets regularly with building administration and other Instructional Coordinator(s) on the Leadership Team to address short and long-term needs9. Aids in developing school policies in collaboration with the Instructional Coordinator(s) and building administrators 10. Support programming development and instructional improvement in collaboration with the Instructional Coordinator(s) and building administrators11. Works with the Building Administrator Instructional Coordinator(s) and School Counselors in preparing for course registration and to develop student and special education staff schedules12. Plans for and contributes to effective transitions for new students and their families.13. Assigns caseloads to special educators14. Communicates effectively with parents and staff15. Coordinates Evaluation Team agendas and paperwork16. Completes educational evaluations of students17. Ensures that IEPs meet all regulatory and district standards are written to reflect best practices reflect high-quality programming and are implemented with fidelity18. Maintains electronic files in the special education platform19. Provide coaching and feedback to special education staff regarding processes and programming related to special education 20. Supervise special education staff to ensure the district complies with all federal and state regulations related to special education 21. Assumes other duties as assigned by the Building Admin and/or Director of Pupil Personnel ServicesMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS IN ADDITION TO THE POSITION REQUIREMENTSSpecial Education Certification well with colleagues of diverse backgrounds on pedagogical approaches curricular alignment and instructional a vision that reflects an ALL STUDENTS classroom of curriculum standards and performance knowledge of Federal and State Regulations governing the Individuals with Disabilities Education ActSuch alternatives to the above qualifications as the Screening Committee or Superintendent may find ability in using technology to support teaching & ability with planning coordinating & validating instructional innovation to work well with colleagues parents students & exemplary oral & written communication & listening skillsStrong interpersonal Fingerprint-Based National BCI Check*Salary and benefits established by the collective bargaining agreement between the South Kingstown School Committee and NEA South Kingstown. FTE Allocation: 1.0 FTE with $5000 StipendWork Year: School Year plus 8 days

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