26 - ESS Coordinator (2026 - 2027 School Year)

Pueblo School District 60•Pueblo, CO

17h•Onsite

About The Position

It is essential that all employees of Pueblo School District 60 understand our mission is to provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact. Employees support the community and thrive in connecting with our students by embracing the core values of the district, which state: We believe that the success of every student is our most important commitment. We believe that collaboration and engagement with our community, parents, staff, and students are essential to our success. We believe that we must act with integrity, celebrate diversity, and promote equity. We believe that each individual must be treated with dignity and respect. We believe that the social and emotional well being of our students is as important as their academic needs. We believe that it is our responsibility to provide a safe, positive, and supportive environment for our students and staff We believe that our community heritage, traditions, and history should inform our response to future student and district needs. As we embrace these values and consider their impact, we will achieve our vision of being a high performing school district that inspires community confidence. Each employee plays a part, and that contribution should bring us closer to helping each student achieve their dreams. The primary responsibility of the ESS Coordinator is to provide support and assistance to the Executive Director of ESS, including, but not limited to, supervision and evaluation of staff, administrative support as needed for specialized programs, assistance with due process hearings, and the facilitation of student placements. This position also provides coordination and oversight of ESS services for students with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) in Pueblo School District 60.

Requirements

Valid Colorado Principal License
Master's Degree in Special Education or in a related field of special services, such as school psychology, school social worker or speech pathologist, as approved by the Colorado Department of Education
Five (5) years successful experience working with students with disabilities in a public school
Two (2) years administrative experience including evaluating certified staff
Any exceptions that the Board deems appropriate
Valid Colorado Driver License
Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources
Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary
Possess an in-depth understanding of state standards, curriculum, and assessment programs related to instructional field
Knowledge of K-12 curriculum, integration, co-teaching and working with both ESS and general education teachers
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of curriculum and program assessment, program development and evaluation, child growth and development, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning
Knowledge and expertise with IDEA, 2004 and the reauthorization of ESEA/ESSA 2015
Experience in preparing and presenting high quality, research based professional development
Organizational and planning skills for setting both short term and long range goals, and for coordinating efforts for accomplishment of those goals
Strong interpersonal skills demonstrated through the respect of peers and ability to build trusting, collaborative relationships
Demonstrate initiative working independently and with groups
Exhibit an approachable, professional manner with parents, students, school staff, and community
Ability to organize, communicate effectively, make decisions, work independently, and as a collaborative team member
Skilled in the use of technology and instructional media tools
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrate leadership, initiative, and student advocacy
Demonstrate management, problem solving, and organizational skills
Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative
Demonstrate ability of program planning and ability to establish and manage budgets
Demonstrate knowledge of proven best practices in education, especially in relation to assigned school populations
Knowledge of national, state, and District educational trends and goals
Knowledge of Response to Intervention policy, strategies and how it pertains to Exceptional Student Services
Knowledge of District Policies and Procedures
Ability to supervise and evaluate staff
Awareness of the importance of confidentiality
Demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude towards children with special needs

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with Pueblo School District 60
Secondary experience with transition activity development and implementation

Responsibilities

Establishes and supports implementation of programming, including curriculum development and allocation of resources, for students with disabilities as guided by federal and state special education law
Assist special education and general education teachers in providing quality and comprehensive instruction for children assigned to various programs in the district and community
Serve as a liaison between special or general education teachers, administrators, supervisors, directors, in the district and community as well as with other agencies
Ensure compliance and consistency by the schools with all local and Federal laws and regulation relating to students with IEPs/504 plans and students referred to special education
Participate in parent conferences and IEP meetings as needed
Represent the Exceptional Student Services Department at IEP Team, IEP Development, and 504 meetings at assigned schools
Provide coaching and problem solving in response to programming concerns for students in the area of academics and behavior
Guide the written IEP/504 process to ensure that the plan is written in accordance with federal laws, the Colorado Department of Education IEP Guidelines, and District IEP/504 protocols
Ensure IEPs are developmentally appropriate, curriculum/standards-based, strength based, and relevant to individual students
Work to maintain school and LEA tracking and data system that includes: student information related to IEP's, services, service hours, evaluations, MDT referrals, time lines in which evaluations were completed and discipline incidents documented
Support the planning of special education initiative and the implementation of initiatives. Integrates new developments, research findings and best practices into ongoing programs and new initiatives.
Represent Pueblo City Schools as a subject matter expert in contact with various agencies and non-profits concerning students with special needs.
Assist in selection, disbursement, and training of appropriate assessment materials for use in the assessment process, including developmental, academic, and behavioral. This includes standardized assessment for eligibility and ongoing assessment to define progress on the IEP goals
Oversee special education inventory of equipment / materials.
Participate in interviews for teacher and Special Services Provider positions
Maintain a high level of knowledge regarding developing special education matters such as changes in federal and local special education policy.
Advocate for special education with school leadership.
Consult, correspond, and engage with parents, staff, and administration regarding special needs of children, their student's learning, and acting as an ambassador for the school in the community.
Facilitate workshops / meetings for parents, as well as identify resources for parents of students with special needs.
Assist in the coordination of staff development and teacher training for general or special education personnel, other district personnel, parents, and community personnel
Assist in establishing criteria, procedures, guidelines, and plans for the district program operation
Participate in budget development and management process involving staffing at the request of the ESS Director
Maintain confidentiality of student records and student information
Maintain appropriate professional appearance
Perform any and all other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of ESS