Coordinator, Student Services - 1.0 Fte Cont.

Spokane Public Schools • Administration Building - Spokane, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Spokane Public Schools staff member, you'll uphold our commitment to creating a loving and collaborative learning community where all students belong and thrive. We are looking for team members who embrace differences, have a desire to work with a diverse community of learners, have a heart for the humans they serve, work as a team, grow and reflect through feedback, are lifelong learners and positive problem solvers. Assist the Director of Student Services in departmental responsibilities which support principals and other administrative staff in maintaining compliance with state and federal laws, district policies related to student rights and responsibilities, Special Education, ELD, discipline, and attendance. Also, assure ongoing communication between the district and local social, legal, and law enforcement agencies, assist building administrators and parents in resolving student issues, and support other programs as assigned. Assist in the implementation of the MTSS model throughout the district.

Requirements

• Valid Washington State teaching certificate or ESA certification.
• Master's degree in education and a Special Education endorsement preferred.
• Administrative/Principal credential required or working towards obtaining.
• A minimum of five (5) years successful certificated K-12 educational experience.
• Knowledge of current educational trends, research, and professional development strategies.
• Demonstrated leadership in collaborating with student and families to provide appropriate supports and interventions.
• Demonstrated leadership in education.
• Ability to assist teachers and administrators in the development of behavior intervention and support.
• Exhibit high personal motivation/energy and be positive about responsibilities.
• Clearly communicate (orally and written) using language that is appropriate to the person or group.
• Reach logical conclusions and make high quality decisions using appropriate decision-making processes and take action and accept responsibility for actions and consequences.
• Motivate others and design activities to assist others in meeting organizational goals.
• Set high performance standards for self and others; be receptive to new ideas and change; and be committed to personal/professional improvement.
• Experience using/implementing/supporting restorative practices.
• Relates positively to youth and adults of varying socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic backgrounds, different learning styles, and various disabilities.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws, district policies and procedures related to student rights and responsibilities, student records, compulsory attendance, 504 and Title II, ELD and Special Education.
• Required use of personal vehicle.
• A fingerprint background check is required for all prospective employees.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in education and a Special Education endorsement

Responsibilities

• Serve as a resource, support and consultant to school directors, principals, and assistant principals.
• Serve as a resource, support and consultant to parents/guardians of all students.
• Serve as an evaluator of staff and/or work closely with building administrators to supervise staff.
• Establish, organize, and deliver professional development/training.
• Deliver professional development training during the school day as well as in the evening.
• Provide leadership in development and monitoring of department programs.
• Monitor programs as it relates to compliance and policy.
• Develop/maintain effective school/community/parent relationships.
• Supervise and/or assist in hiring and placement of staff.
• Work collaboratively as a team member in the department.
• Identify program needs, create solutions, and implement solutions.
• Attend a variety of meetings, conferences, and seminars to maintain current knowledge and expertise of educational research, trends, and issues.
• Assist in maintaining adequate records for audit purposes and contribute to budget/expenditure discussions.
• Be available for additional work assignments outside of school day or school year.
• Facilitate the use of data to drive instruction and decisions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) are provided for employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year.
• Vacation, sick, personal days, and paid holidays.
• Additional pay provisions above what is represented on the salary schedule, all in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreements (if applicable) as negotiated.
• Multiple medical plans offered from various providers such as Kaiser Permanente WA, Premera Blue Cross, and the Uniform Medical Plan (for example) to fit your needs for varying cost and care options.
• Vision and Dental plan options, as well as standard Life and AD&D insurance are offered at no cost to the employee.
• Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), supplemental Life and AD&D, Long-Term Disability insurance, and Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA).
• Free, confidential counseling, consultation and referral services through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) public pension plan.
• Voluntary savings programs to increase retirement savings such as the DRS Deferred Compensation Program or by participating in a 403(b) retirement plan through the District’s plan manager, OMNI.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior