Special Education Inclusion Coach

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Bethany Community Schoolhas a need for a grant funded full-time Special Education Inclusion Coach for the 2026-2027 school year.

Reports To:Director of Special Services Curriculum and Instruction

Terms of Employment & Benefits:Per current Bethany Education Association Contract.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties of this position include but are not limited to:

• Support teachers in writinghigh quality rigorousIEP aligned to state and national standards.
• Conduct ongoingreviews of IEPs and procedures.
• Provide consultation to teachers on matters related to differentiated instruction and providing accomodations.
• Prepare and present assessment data and a summary of findings for PPT case review data team and grade-level meetings as required.
• Communicate student progress effectively to staff parents and students.
• Serve as a coach for teachers to model and advise on effective instructional practices.
• Assist in the selection of instructional models materials resources and educational software programs for the Special Education Department.
• Assist in the development of thespecial education budget and budget requests
• Process purchase orders and receipt for instructional materials.
• Maintain an inventory of instructional materials and resources.
• Recommend develop and deliver professional learning activities that align with District/School goals.
• Collect organize analyze and present school-wide and grade-level assessment data.
• Participate in KindergartenScreening and assist with the analysis to identify students needing support.
• Assist with the training and administration of state standardized testing.
• Assist in the design and evaluation of the District/SchoolMTSS process.
• ProvideMTSS process support as needed.
• Provide individual and/or small group support designed to meet the needs of students as needed.
• Monitor student progress by compiling and analyzing data utilizing a variety of monitoring tools.
• Administer formal and informal diagnostic assessments as needed.
• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons using a variety of scientific research-based resources and materials including educational technology and software programs.
• Use technology to chart frequency outcomes and student progress.
• Compile data maintain files and monitor student progress.
• Utilize student achievement data to make instructional decisions.
• Provide timely reports to the Director of Special Services Curriculum and Instruction and
• Assist the Director of Special Services Curriculum and Instruction with the development of budget requests.
• Provide professional development to staff on various intervention strategies programs and progress monitoring tools.
• Provide direction for the design and maintenance of the Special Education website.
• Attend meetings outside of the normal workday as needed.
• Establish and maintain appropriate behavior standards for students.
• Chair and attend PPT meetings as an adminstrative designee
• Finalize IEPs and ensure compliance to established timelines
• Review progress marks and provide feedback to teachers
• Demonstrate strong classroom management skills.
• Keep abreast of current topics in education.
• Participate in continuing professional development and additional training as required.
• Collaborate with other districts.
• Attend regionalspecial education councils as required.
• Proficient use of employee technology resources in accordance with District policies and procedures (e.g. email District web applications online training etc.).
• Proficient use of instructional technology to meet students needs (e.g. SMART Boards assistive technology computers educational software platforms etc.).
• Comply with state and federal mandates Board policies and administrative regulations.
• Promote and maintain confidentiality regarding records and documentation.
• Comply with the Connecticut Code of Professional Responsibility for Teachers.
• Other duties as assigned by Director or Superintendent

Qualifications:

• Comprehensive Special Education PreK12 Certification(165) required
• Intermediate Administration or Supervision Certificate(092) preferred
• Coaching experience preferred
• Evidence of effectiveness in improving academic achievement for students assessed as being below proficiency in reading and/or mathematics.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Demonstrated personal growth and professional development.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current trends and research related to the theory and practice of intervention in literacy and mathematics for students in need.
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills.

The Bethany Community School is an elementary school (grades PK to 6) located in central Bethany on an extensive rural campus. The school offers a supportive leadership team and staff and extensive instructional resources.