Sensory Disabilities and Supports Coordinator

Title: Sensory Disabilities and Supports Coordinator

State Role Title: Education Coordinator II

Hiring Range: Exact Commensurate Based on Qualifications and Experience

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Dept of Ed Central Operations

Location: JAMES MONROE BUILDING

Agency Website: doe.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Office of Instructional Services is seeking a qualified candidate to support activities that forward the organization's mission, specifically described in the Department's strategic plan to address the needs of students with disabilities and other student services. Additionally, this role includes coordinating programming and supervising the activities and staff implementing instruction and providing services to develop, deliver, identify, and evaluate professional development for the Commonwealth with the goal of improving student learning and achievement. This position provides highly complex special education technical assistance to local school divisions in assigned regions, Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) staff, other agencies, private facilities, and parents in the effective practices for implementing student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP). The position manages projects that forward the organization's mission, specifically described in the Department's annual/strategic plan to address the needs of students with disabilities and other student services; manages sub-grants and projects; provides consultation to school division personnel, VDOE staff, other agencies, licensed private facilities, and parent groups in the areas of provision of special education and related services, specifically to address needs of students with sensory disabilities (deafness, hearing impairment, blind or vision impairment, and deaf-blindness). This position serves as liaison between assigned region(s), local school officials, and the regional special education Training and Technical Assistance Centers. This position also provides assistance related to federal and state requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

Considerable knowledge of federal and state regulations concerning students with disabilities, including the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, administration and supervision of special education programs; state and local government policies, procedures, and organizational structures; and curriculum and effective instructional practices.

• Skills in technical writing, coordinating, leading teams, analyzing and interpreting data, and presenting technical and complex information to various audiences. Skills in word processing and presentation software.
• Ability to identify and analyze complex problems related to special education and related services; to identify deficiencies in program operation and strategies to make corrections and effect positive change; to manage multiple assignments with critical deadlines; and work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Considerable knowledge of special education effective instructional practices and administration of special education programs including relevant state and federal regulations; local school division and local government policies and procedures; state and local government policies and procedures; state agency functions; and research methods.
• Demonstrated ability to define problems and apply problem solving techniques to complex educational issues; to work collaboratively with colleagues; to manage multiple assignments with critical deadlines; to present complex information to both technical and lay audiences; to work independently to produce reports, etc.; to coordinate work assignments with other relevant staff; and basic facility with keyboarding.
• Requires documented successful experience in teaching students with disabilities and in supervising or consulting with teachers who teach students with disabilities. Requires documented expertise in effective communication, both oral and written, along with the ability to successfully work with parents and community members having an interest or stake in local special education programs.
• Considerable knowledge of the Virginia Standards of Learning and Virginia Essentialized Standards of Learning program, local school divisions, state, and local government policies and procedures, and state agency functions.
• Highly developed interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Highly organized with the ability to independently manage time and workload, adjust work schedules to meet new or emerging priorities, meet schedules consistently, forecast developing trends, and work collaboratively with and lead staff members, in both K-12 and higher education, in complex initiatives.
• Skills in utilizing computer software for word processing, graphical presentation, databases, spreadsheets, and other technological systems and resources to complete assigned responsibilities.
• Leadership experience in supporting the development and implementation of special education programming and related services at the school or division level
  
  

Additional Considerations

Graduation from an accredited college or university with an advanced degree in special education with endorsements in blindness and visual impairments preK-12 and/or deaf and hard of hearing preK-12, including administration and supervision.

Extensive experience in leading teams and instructional programming for students with disabilities; with teachers and administrators in developing special education programs and services; and familiarity with other agencies that provide services to children with disabilities and their families.

Comprehensive background in special education processes that spans from evaluation and eligibility to graduation, as this position will require instructional leadership and professional development to provide statewide direction to improve educational outcomes for children and youth with disabilities.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Pursuant to Sections 2.2-3114 and 2.2-3115 of the Code of Virginia, this position has been designated as requiring you to disclose your financial interests. Financial interests shall be disclosed as a condition of employment and thereafter as required. The mechanism you will use to disclose these interests is called Statement of Economic Interests.

A résumé will be accepted in lieu of a completed state application. Applications submitted via e-mail, postal service, fax or hand-delivered will not be considered. Successful candidates must pass a criminal background check. Commonwealth of Virginia employees may have teleworking options available. Final teleworking agreements will be reviewed and approved upon hire.

Commonwealth’s Alternate Hiring Process:

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to prove their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs.cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview process. For assistance call: (804) 225-2021, [TTY: 786-8389]

Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. The Virginia Department of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity within its workforce.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: N/A

Email: humanresources@doe.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.