What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Team Leader (Interim) position at Amherst Pelham Regional School District?
The Amherst-Pelham Regional School District is currently seeking a highly qualified candidate for the position of Special Education Team Leader (ETL) for the Amherst Regional Middle School.
Responsibilities
- Serve as chairperson of Team meetings
- Complete mandatory documentation paperwork from Team meeting
- Development/writing/review of Individualized Educational Plans
- Regular communication and collaboration with staff /administration involved in the Team process
- Collaborate with the special education liaisons and families to develop consents for evaluations based on the individual case
- Collaborate with personnel in elementary schools that send students to ARMS and with HS personnel to help develop projections and plans for students
- Knowledge and experience with transition planning
- Engage and partner with families involved in the IEP Team process
- Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with high school departments- i.e. special education, guidance, academic departments.
- Routine collaboration with Special Education support staff
- Maintain routine contact with the Student Services Office and attend districtwide and secondary ETL meetings
- Attend district-wide trainings and Special Education department meetings
Qualifications
- Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Special Education certification
- Experience developing Individualized Educational Plans
- Experience with culturally diverse populations
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
- Prior experience working with secondary students is desirable
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Demonstrated experience working with and implementing the special education evaluation process, parents’ rights, and current special education law and regulations
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At Amherst Regional Public Schools, we believe in hiring the best people and helping them succeed. We’ve found these insights to be remarkably accurate, positive, and valuable in identifying natural strengths. We’re excited to provide you with this unique perspective to support your success and career development. If you're passionate about education and professional growth, we encourage you to apply!
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