Coordinator of Special Education

Frisco ISD•Frisco, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position provides leadership for improving instruction for students with disabilities by collaborating with professional staff, parents, and the community. The Coordinator assists in the planning, development, implementation, evaluation, and maintenance of special education programs and ensures compliance with all policies and procedures related to special education services.

Requirements

Master’s degree
Valid Texas teacher’s Special Education certification or licensure in a related field
Understanding of the individual needs of students with disabilities
Ability to communicate effectively with parents of students with disabilities
Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Ability to coordinate District functions (e.g., professional development)
Ability to provide leadership, supervision, and a positive influence
Minimum of three years of successful experience as a special education teacher or service provider

Nice To Haves

Valid Texas administrator certification preferred
Understanding of 18+ transition services preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as an instructional leader and consultant in teaching and learning.
Implement specially designed instruction for academic, functional, and behavioral needs of students.
Engage in continuous analysis of programmatic data to develop and maintain effective services and supports for students with disabilities.
Communicate and advise staff on the implementation of federal, state, and local requirements for supports and services for students with disabilities.
Participate in Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD)/Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings to ensure appropriate placement and development of individual education programs.
Collaborate with and guide campus administration and staff regarding the special education process.
Empower and equip staff to engage learners through innovative instructional strategies.
Supervise and appraise staff.
Assist in the recruitment, selection, and training of itinerant personnel and make recommendations for personnel placement, assignment, and retention.
Assist in compiling budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs.
Keep informed of and interpret current laws, regulations, statutes, rules, policies, and trends in special education and disseminate professional information.
Guide staff on disability and service/support determination procedures and protocols.
Monitor, audit, and submit compliance information related to federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Share responsibility for ensuring the confidentiality of student records.
Maintain an effective working relationship with staff, students, parents, and the community.
Promote a culture of shared leadership, collaboration, and high expectations.
Facilitate effective resolution of conflicts.
Utilize effective verbal and written communication regarding the District and department’s mission and program goals.
Display emotional intelligence in self-awareness, empathy, motivation, self-regulation, and social skills.
Prepare and provide meaningful professional learning opportunities for administrators, teachers, paraprofessionals, parents, and the community.
Represent Special Education Department Leadership in District and regional meetings.
Commit to continual growth through collaboration and individualized professional learning.
Assume shared responsibility for the health, safety, and confidentiality of all students and adults, which may include implementing, supporting, and documenting behavioral intervention strategies and/or providing school health, related, and personal care services.