K-12 Digital Child Find Specialist/504 Coordinator

ASU Prep Digital

107d • $55,000 - $64,500

About The Position

As part of Arizona State University’s charter to provide access and excellence, ASU Preparatory Academy (ASU Prep) shares this commitment by demonstrating all students can achieve at the highest levels, regardless of their background. To scale our current impact, ASU Prep is advancing a major expansion program taking fundamental responsibility for the communities we serve. The Child Find Specialist/ 504 Coordinator would be a valuable support for teachers in designing personalized learning plans for students. The role of the Child Find Specialist/504 Coordinator is to ensure each scholar has effective interventions that meet their academic, social, and emotional needs. This position will work closely with Digital Administration, Learning Success Coaches, Teachers, Special Education staff, and the Director of Digital Exceptional Programs.

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Education or Post Bachelors in Education from an accredited college or university.
• State of Arizona Teaching Certificate (appropriate endorsements may be required).
• Active AZ Department of Public Safety (DPS) IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card, or able to obtain upon employment.
• Professional verification of successful classroom teacher performance and/or student teaching experience.
• Experience working with 504 plans, required.
• Special Education experience, preferred.
• Any equivalent combination of experience, training and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.

Nice To Haves

• ADE Gifted Education experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Helps ensure that ASU Digital Prep follows guidelines outlined by the Arizona Department of Education.
• Assists teachers in personalizing instruction for learners based on their approved accommodations.
• Communicates with parents regarding personalized learning and 504 inquiries.
• Meets with parents frequently about the progress of their students.
• Meets with parents to design 504 plans and support in monitoring their progress.
• Provides teachers with personalized learning ideas for a variety of learners.
• Provides teachers with support to ensure that the 504 accommodations are being met.
• Provides professional development focused around the academic and social emotional needs of students.
• Monitors implementation of Section 504 plans and schedule annual reviews of each Section 504 student.
• Serves as a daily resource to the administrators, teachers, parents/guardians, and community members regarding Section 504 issues.
• Coordinates the pre-referral process for special education services for general education students.
• Completes initial evaluation for special education services and associated forms/documentation.
• Makes referrals for evaluations by appropriate specialists.
• Ensures all state and federal guidelines for 'child find' are met.
• Prepares both virtual and in-person trainings for families and teachers regarding general information on disabilities.

Benefits

• Salary Range: $55,000.00 - $64,500.00 USD annually.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree