Special Education Procedures Coordinator

Great Prairie Area Education Agency has an opening for an Special Education Procedures Coordinator.

203-day contract 

Benefits: IPERS, generous paid leave package and monthly cafeteria allotment of $1,050.00.

Category: Administrative Support

Salary range to be determined based on experience.

Position Overview:

The Special Education Procedures Coordinator collaborates with agency staff and district partners to support the effective implementation of special education services in alignment with the Code of Iowa and IDEA regulations. This position serves as a key resource for addressing procedural and compliance-related questions from both AEA and district personnel.  Travel across the agency is required.   

Preferred Qualifications:

The qualifications of the position shall include, but not be limited to the following requirements:

1. Iowa Evaluator Approval (190)
2. Appropriately licensed/certified by the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners
3. Endorsement in an area of special education
4. Master’s level of professional training in the field of education
5. Experience organizing, planning, and facilitating professional development
6. In-depth knowledge of special education policies, procedures, and best practices
7. Strong interpersonal, teamwork, written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities:

• Support general supervision and the implementation of special education policies and procedures in the agency and districts consistent with the federal and state policy.
• Review agency data on IEP and IFSP compliance and support the development and implementation of corrective action plans to address identified concerns.
• Provide timely and expert responses to compliance and procedural inquiries from AEA and district personnel.
• Plan, coordinate and deliver professional development for educators, administrators, and support staff on topics related to special education.
• Assist AEA and district personnel with the implementation and use of the ACHIEVE system, offering ongoing support.
• Analyze ACHIEVE data in collaboration with agency staff to identify needs and co-develop responsive supports and action plans.
• Support implementation of the State’s IDEA-Differentiated Accountability system and other statewide initiatives.
• Collaborate with Great Prairie AEA Administrators of Special Education to align agency efforts with district needs and strategic goals.

• Represent Great Prairie AEA at local, regional, and state meetings and contribute leadership to statewide initiatives.
• Supervise and evaluate AEA staff
• Manage multiple projects effectively, demonstrating strong organization and problem-solving skills.
• Use technology to enhance communication, data analysis, and daily operations
• Promote and model cultural competence and a commitment to equity in all professional interactions.
• Maintain confidentiality of student, staff, and agency information.
• Comply with all applicable local, state and federal regulations, as well as AEA policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of Great Prairie AEA’s mission and strategic priorities.

Physical Requirements:

1. Ability to travel between schools/sites served and outside of the service area.
2. Normal, routine levels of bending, carrying, climbing, reaching, sitting, standing, and walking. At times, the job may also involve above average levels of activity which can’t always be anticipated.

Working Conditions: 

Work is primarily performed in an office and school setting. Occasionally exposed to dust, noise, odors, and other irritants. Stress associated with work pace and pressure. Work involves irregular hours and days. Exposed to hazards and inclement weather when traveling.