What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Coordinator - Middle School position at Arlington School District?
The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society, are creative and willing to try new approaches, and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge, are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students, are ready to engage in two-way partnership with families, and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole.
Special Education Coordinator- Middle School Level
Qualifications
•Licensed Administrator of Special Education and other relevant certifications
•Experience leading Team Meetings, comprehensive understanding of State and Federal Laws and Regulations
•Computer software competency, with particular focus on Special Education Database Software (Easy IEP)
•Strong knowledge base of Middle School Special Education, Evaluation, Curriculum and Transition Planning
•Good writing skills
•Exceptional interpersonal skills
Management of Staff:
• Hires, supervises and evaluates team chairs, related service providers, teachers and teaching assistants in conjunction with the building principal and district administration
• Provides training and professional development opportunities for general education and special education staff in areas such as specialized instructional strategies, accommodations, and inclusion
• Oversees caseload assignments, schedules, and building-based due process compliance
• Facilitates monthly meetings with team chairs, teachers, and related services staff
Management of Programs/District Procedures:
• Supervises specialized programs and curriculum in programs
• Provides general fiscal oversight for specialized programs
• Works with Department of Education finance division relative to “Circuit Breaker” reimbursement program
• Manages application, submission and budgeting of federal special education entitlement grants in addition to seeking out new competitive grant opportunities
• Works closely with the Director of Special Education and Financial Manager in preparing budgets for special education programs, out of district placements, and daily operations budget
• Assists in developing budgets for special education programs and services
• Works with principals and team chairs to support inclusion of ALL special education students
• Recommends and develops programs, with team, to meet the needs of students, in or out of district
• Communicates to school administrators and staff information about each program and information about changes or developments within each on-going program
IEP Process:
• Reads IEP to insure compliance with state and federal mandates and program placement
• Attends team meetings when necessary
• Provides monthly report to Special Education Director regarding numbers of students on IEPs at each building, referral data, including outside placements and private pay students
**Other responsibilities as determined by Superintendent and/or the Assistant Superintendent of Student Services
Arlington values diversity. We strongly encourage candidates of varied backgrounds, including people of color, persons with disabilities and others to apply.
Reports to: Asst Supt of Student Services
Salary: per AAA contract
Work year: 205 days per AAA contract
This is a 205 day position in the Arlington Administrators Association bargaining unit.
Responsibility for evaluating teachers and related service providers.
All employees must have a criminal background check, CORI and Fingerprinting.
Salary : $113,294 - $118,430
