Diverse Learner Compliance Manager

Distinctive Schools of IL•Chicago, IL

6h•Hybrid

About The Position

Distinctive Schools creates diverse, joyful, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning. We support all learners to be engaged, curious, and to achieve their full potential. Our students become confident advocates, creative problem-solvers, and collaborative leaders. The Diverse Learner Compliance Manager is responsible for student evaluations, monitoring Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and supporting schools, staff, and families to fulfill these plans towards greater student development and achievement. The Special Education Compliance Manager will use a data-driven approach to best support the needs of each individual student, and does so in compliance with federal and state regulations regarding special education, including the Individual with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in special education OR Master’s degree in educational administration
Professional Educator License (PEL) in one of the following areas: Special Education (PK-Age 21) endorsement or School Support Personnel endorsement with a supervisory endorsement
Expertise in special education curriculum and service provision
Experience as a Special Education Case Manager
Knowledge of general education curriculum
Demonstrated understanding of the individual needs of students with disabilities from a variety of language and cultural backgrounds
Strong knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations regarding the delivery of special education and related services
Knowledge of intervention and assessment strategies for disabled and non-disabled students
Knowledge of multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS or RTI)
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, staff, students, parents, governmental and community agencies, and employers
Demonstrated expertise in customer service, consensus building, and use of problem solving skills and strong written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills
Travel to various campuses as needed

Responsibilities

Oversee compliance rate at all campuses for completing all Annual Reviews, Initial and Three-Year Reevaluations according to State and Federal Law
Monitor student progress, related services and program compliance, participating in review and revision of IEPs, as appropriate, and escalate any issues to the Managing Director of Student Services
Consult with school principals of any concerns regarding diverse learners
Serve as liaison between Distinctive Schools (DS), authorizer, ISD/LEA, and the state (IL ) in order to stay abreast of training opportunities, best practices, mandated trainings and compliance requirements
Review tracking reports daily in computerized system to ensure 100% compliance for due dates on all documents
Ensure that high quality IEPs are designed and implemented effectively
Conduct audits of all draft and finalized documents
Monitor and audit special education files
Oversee accurate student data and records
Ensure appropriate documentation of all communication with parents/guardians for scheduled meetings using computerized system
Supervise and coach Special Education Case Managers
Work collaboratively with Managing Director of Student Services, Case Managers and Campus Principals to determine instructional and social needs of students that ensure success while also participating on the multidisciplinary team to promote students' wellbeing
Assist in recruitment, hiring and training of all related service providers including School Psychologists, Social Workers, Nurses, Speech/Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists and Physical Therapists (and any other related service provider outlined in an IEP)
Assist in allocation model and support as it pertains to related-service providers across the region
Attend all professional development and meetings relevant and share information with all special education teachers, school principals and managing director
Collaborate with team leaders to provide support and guidance for issues pertaining to students with exceptionalities
Facilitate meetings, as directed, for special education teachers at each campus
Work collaboratively with the Shared Leadership Team to support the learning of diverse learners