Special Education Coordinator

• Facilitate delivery of instruction and related services for students with disabilities through collaboration with school administrators, teachers, and related services and support personnel, non-certified personnel and parents.

• Work with school personnel to assure that appropriate Individual Education Plans (IEP) are implemented to meet the needs of students with disabilities.

• Supervise identification, evaluation, IEP development and placement for students with disabilities.

• Respond to issues involving staff and/or parents utilizing problem-solving and conflict resolution strategies.

• Assist in performing personnel functions i.e. interviewing, evaluating, supervising, etc. to recruit and maintain highly qualified staff.

• Utilize District studies, research, state of the art programs to improve curriculum, instruction, and staff development.

• Work with teachers and appropriate staff to develop, maintain, and revise curriculum documents based on systematic review within state and District guidelines and the District mission statement and goals.

• Encourage incorporation of appropriate use of technology in the teaching/learning process.

• Utilize available test results to assist in program evaluation.

• Recommend policies, regulations, procedures as appropriate; prepares and maintains necessary reports and/or descriptive statistics of the assigned discipline area.

• Identify short and long-range goals for assigned discipline area based on assessment of need, goals of the curriculum department, and the District mission statement and goals.

• Serve as an advocate for the development of programming designed to meet the needs of the students with disabilities.

• Encourage the inclusion of students with disabilities in all school programs and activities.

• Serve as an advocate for persons with disabilities in the community.

• Demonstrate skill in conflict resolution.

• Consult with principals to ensure that all special education personnel have sufficient time to participate in staff development activities.

• Consult with building principals concerning the assignment and supervision of diagnosticians, LSSPs, SLPs, special education teachers and teacher assistants.

• Work with principals to provide enough time for all personnel to complete their assigned responsibilities and duties.

• Support staff through professional development and staff development activities.

• Provide technical assistance regarding special education and related services to school personnel and parents.

• Aid in the management of the District’s special education program and facilities.

• Ensure that programs are cost effective and funds are managed prudently.

• Compile budgets and cost estimates based upon documented program needs as directed.

• Implement the policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, and the local Board policy in the area of special education.

• Assume responsibility for compiling, maintaining and filing all reports, records and other documents required.

• Help provide leadership in the formulation and implementation of contracts for eligible disabled students receiving services outside of the District.

• Aid in the design and equipping of physical facilities for disabled individuals.

• Promote special education as an integral part of the total educational process.

• Develop and maintains strong professional relationships with regular education personnel.

• Keep District personnel, Board members, parents and the community informed about special education policies, programs, and procedures, new developments, and legal requirements.

• Ensure that teacher expectations are effective in furthering the teaching/learning process and environment.

• Support the District and campus procedures that enhance positive self-esteem.

• Ensure teacher expectations and student management procedures are developmentally appropriate.

• Keep informed of legal issues and school law as they pertain to special education and student affairs. Attend seminars, conferences, or professional classes.

• Subscribe to and read professional journals.

• Keep informed of research, disseminate ideas to other professional, identify trends and opportunities and apply this information as appropriate.

• Demonstrate steps taken for professional growth.

• Observe professional and ethical standards in accordance with generally accepted community standards.

• Maintain membership and active participation in professional organizations.

• Work with community agencies to provide services for students with disabilities.

• Provide opportunities for parent and community input on program matters.

• Regular attendance.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Communicate District curriculum, instructional and staff development practices, as well as accomplishments, goals, and instructional initiatives to parents and others in the community.

• Demonstrate sound judgment and good decision-making skills.

• Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.

Education/Certification:

• Master’s degree in the field of education and/or content
• Valid Texas Teaching Certificate
• Certification as a Special Education Teacher
• Mid-Management, Principal or Supervisor

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement staff development
• Knowledge of public laws and district procedures regarding special education students and programs
• Working knowledge of curriculum, instruction, and staff development
• Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness
• Strong organization, communication, interpersonal skills
• Strong leadership, organization, planning and managerial skills
• Ability to interact effectively with administrators, teachers, students, parents, and community
• Communicate and present ideas effectively, orally and in writing
• Possess emotional stability, integrity, judgment, empathy, confidentiality, and initiative to effectively perform assignment
• Exhibit a positive attitude
• Demonstrate a keen sense for developing an overall quality program with sensitivity to all program needs
• Knowledge of ARD process as well as current practices regarding student evaluation and interventions

SUPERVISORY RESONSIBILITIES: As assigned

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress. Occasional district travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours.

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