Special Education Instructional Coach- (HIRING for 25-26)

Special Education Instructional Coach

Location:  Site Levels/Schools to be assigned

Reports To: Director of Student Services

Salary Range: Per WBR Salary Schedule

Terms of Employment: 10 Months

FLSA Status: Exempt

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate the development of IEPs for all children with disabilities receiving special education services.
• Assists school staff and parents who have concerns pertaining to IEPs and instructional matters.
• Assure that parents are provided full and effective notice of proposals to initiate or change the educational placement of an identified disabled student.
• Assists special education teachers and service providers in completing all required records and paperwork needed for students with disabilities
• Provides oversight and management for Special Education Reporting (SER) by reviewing, monitoring and submitting IEPs.
• Serve as the designee for the Director of Student Services at IEP Conferences.
• Monitors the implementation of programs at the school level to ensure compliance with district, state, and federal regulations.
• Assist the Director of Student Services in organizing and coordinating special education services which include service delivery, LEAP annual monitoring, needs assessment, and extended school year programs.
• Maintain accurate records regarding placement, IEP development and monitoring in accordance with system policies and state and federal regulations.
• Assist with the annual program review on special education programs offered throughout the district and how to better meet students' needs (Review LEA Determination, SER reports, etc…)
• Visit assigned school regularly to support teachers (regular & special education) and other school personnel to plan, facilitate, monitor and evaluate positive instructional outcomes for students with disabilities
• Provides on-going consultation to school personnel in dealing with students with disabilities experiencing academic and behavior problems
• Develop coaching plans for teachers to ensure student improvement.
• Provide targeted coaching to struggling and first-year teachers through assistance with IEPs, lesson plans, model lessons, etc.
• Provides technical assistance in accessing the general curriculum with emphasis on providing appropriate accommodations and modifications
• Provide in-service training to school personnel on matters relating to IEP development, least restrictive environment regulations, etc.
• Develops and provides instructional support to school personnel regarding best practice to meet the needs of students with disabilities (implementing an IEP and monitoring with data)
• Acts as a liaison between the school system, business and agencies and parents to facilitate meaningful community experiences and facilitate transition to post school activities
• Assists in the implementation of parish and school improvement plans
• Keep abreast of current programs and regulations by attending appropriate professional meetings.
• Assist teachers with resources, materials, tools, and information to support classroom instruction and planning.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Holds a valid Type A/B or Level II/III Teaching or Ancillary Certificate; Certified in Special Education
• Five years of successful professional school experience teaching in special education 
• Master’s Degree in Education, preferred but not required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Medium: Exerts 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, 10-25 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly.

Note: This job description is subject to change at any time. While this job description reflects delegation of essential duties and responsibilities, it does not exclude or restrict management’s right to assign or reassign tasks, duties, or responsibilities to this job at any time.  

ust demonstrate sensitivity/understanding in interpersonal relations with persons of diverse cultures/backgrounds.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

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