IEP Program Specialist (.5 Curtis/.5 Curvin)

Pawtucket School Department•Pawtucket, RI

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Pawtucket is seeking a special educator skilled in the management and coordination of special education services, mandates, and timelines at the building level. This special educator will oversee all special education documents to ensure documents and timelines meet compliance with IDEA law. Proven ability in positive communication with parents and other members of the IEP Team is a must. This position may also include special education classroom support and case management services with a caseload.

Requirements

Common Core State Standards, Essential Elements, RICAS, ACCESS, Alternate ACCESS, and Alternate Assessment
IDEA, MTSS, State and Federal Regulations
Policies and procedures of the Pawtucket School Department and the Rhode Island Department of Education
Assessment administration and use, both formative and summative
State and Federal Regulations as related to timelines for evaluations and IEPs compliance
Specialized instruction and services
Public speaking; writing; listening; problem-solving; dispute resolution and providing direction;
Working with individuals and groups;
Research and data analysis;
Interpersonal skills;
Teaching and presenting;
Use of instructional technology;
Observing and understanding effective teaching techniques;
Being innovative and working with little direction;
Leadership;
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid driver’s license;
RI Certification as a Special Education Teacher, in addition to Early Childhood Teacher, Elementary Teacher, or Secondary Teacher depending on assignment;
A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of three years of teaching experience
Experience in working with students from urban area
Experience working with students with variety of disabilities including students with behavioral/social/emotional challenges
Proficient at entering data and necessary documents into Skyward and Power School
Demonstrated compliance with meeting and paperwork mandates
Demonstrated expertise in writing accurate and quality IEPs
Experience with diversity, inclusivity, and cultural responsiveness
Successful experience teaching.

Responsibilities

Support to building principals, special education administration, special educators, related service providers, community partners, and general educators in the area of special education
Serves as a team leader to support compliance to RI Special Education Regulations and IDEA
Tracks and creates reports to support compliance timelines in regards to annual IEPs, evaluations, initial IEPs, new referrals, IEP reviews, manifestation hearings, and placement reviews.
Demonstrates leadership and support to special educators and related service providers with IEP writing through feedback to ensure quality of IEPs.
Present and develop Professional Development and PLCs agendas at the building level
Assist principals with scheduling and caseloads of the special education department
Assist Special Education Administration with ESY packets, data, meetings and submissions in a timely manner
Disseminate all communication from the Special Education Administration office to support teachers, special education staff and families
Support principals with all testing accommodations, including RICAS, NGSA, Access, etc.
Support special education staff with Power School, Skyward, and other appropriate district platforms
Complete education evaluations as assigned which may include community partners such as out-of-district schools, private schools, and other requests for evaluations
Serve as a liaison between the school, district, and external agencies.
Case Management responsibilities and IEP development of students on the caseload
Support special education students within the general education setting
Facilitate the development, review, and revision of IEPs, ensuring they are individualized, measurable, and aligned with student needs.
Track student progress toward IEP goals and provide data-driven reports.
Implements specially designed instruction to students with IEPs
Ensures compliance with RI Special Education Regulation and IDEA timelines
Coordinates and supports 3-year re-evaluations and other required evaluations that are needed to support students on the caseload.