Coordinator of Specialized Programs (SBO)
About The Position
The Specialized Programs Coordinator is responsible for the coordination, training, and support of specialized programs designed to address the needs of students with significant disabilities who are educated within and/or outside of the general education classroom. This role will advise school and special education leadership about special education programs to ensure that the needs of all students are being met. The focus will be on helping children with disabilities to maximize their learning in an inclusive setting and starting innovative new school programs aimed towards the implementation of specialized supports. The Coordinator shall ensure the quality and integrity of all aspects of the programs.
Requirements
- Postgraduate Professional Certificate.
- Minimum of three years’ experience teaching in special education.
- Thorough knowledge of methods, materials, practices, procedures, programs, regulations and policies of special education.
- Knowledgeable of best practice in autism, VAAP testing, teaching methodology, behavior management of students with disabilities, and the general education curriculum for students, ages 2-21.
- Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships within the school and community.
- Ability to communicate effectively with teachers, parents, and representatives of other agencies.
- Ability to function effectively as a team member in determining appropriate services for the children through such meetings as eligibility meetings, triennials, and IEPs.
- Demonstrate qualities and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with pupils, teachers and parents.
- Skilled in the use of word processing, database, and presentation software.
- Knowledge of special education laws and regulations is required.
Nice To Haves
- Supervisory experience preferred, but not required.
Responsibilities
- Collaborating with staff members and teachers from various departments to plan short or long-term special services for children with significant needs.
- Coordinating the adaptive curriculum, to include training teaching staff, monitoring the progress of students and implementing new programs to address the needs of students and staff.
- Oversees the implementation of Virginia Alternative Assessment Program to include but not limited to the training of staff.
- Establishes and maintains communication with parents of students in the program.
- Supports the planning and implementation of special education initiatives.
- Integrates new developments, research findings, and best practices into ongoing programs and new initiatives.
- Collaborates with VCU ACE regarding training updates for staff supporting students with significant needs.
- Coordinate the coaching of teachers of students with autism, significant needs, and/or functional academic needs in the implementation of Evidence Based Practices in their classrooms.
- Develop a system of support for special and general education teachers in the use of these practices.
- Assist special education teachers in the implementation of technology in the educational environment.
- Organize and present workshops on various topics related to the provision of special education and specialized services for specialized programs instructional staff.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
