Manager of Special Education Compliance (SY26/27)

Rocky Mountain Prep • Denver, CO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Rocky Mountain Prep is a movement of educators, families, scholars, and advocates committed to changing public education in Colorado by democratizing college access for historically marginalized students and families. They operate twelve college-preparatory schools serving students from early childhood through twelfth grade and are a world-class learning organization that invests deeply in every educator. Teachers engage in ongoing coaching and professional development, supported by clear expectations, transparent feedback, and opportunities to strengthen their craft and advance along individualized career pathways grounded in their PEAK values. Rooted in a culture of rigor and love, RMP promises to coach, develop, and champion every team member so they can do their best work and grow as professionals, people, and leaders. At Rocky Mountain Prep, special education compliance is a lever for equity, not just adherence. They ensure every student with a disability receives services that are both legally sound and academically rigorous. Their approach prioritizes proactive systems, precise documentation, and continuous monitoring to guarantee fidelity to federal, state, and district requirements. They invest in building the capacity of school teams through clear guidance, coaching, and training, so compliance translates into meaningful access to grade-level content. By centering students and partnering with families, they uphold their commitment to inclusive, high-quality education for all scholars.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree (any subject)
• Knowledge of and experience with Special Education laws, compliance indicators, IEP monitoring and auditing processes, policies, procedures, programming, and best practices
• Knowledge of curriculum, supervision, instruction, school-based processes and operations, culture, and community, along with a strong student focus on individualized student needs
• Strong knowledge of Colorado Academic Standards, methods of ensuring they appear in IEPs and Inclusive Practices for students with disabilities
• Current Colorado teaching license with a special education generalist (5-21) and/or special education specialist (5-21) endorsement(s)
• Special Education teachers must be certified in Colorado. If your license is from another state, you must complete the transfer before the first day of work.
• Pass a background check
• Demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States

Responsibilities

• Monitor and audit IEPs, FBAs, and BIPs to ensure full compliance with federal, state, and DPS requirements
• Lead network-wide systems to track IEP timelines, service delivery, and compliance indicators
• Oversee evaluation, re-evaluation, and amendment processes to ensure procedural fidelity
• Maintain accurate records for state reporting, including December Count and audit submissions
• Partner with school leaders and special education teams to strengthen compliance practices
• Provide training and coaching to staff on special education law, documentation, and best practices
• Collaborate with district authorizers and external partners to ensure aligned implementation
• Identify compliance risks and proactively develop solutions to address gaps
• Serve as a strategic thought partner to network leadership on compliance and program integrity

Benefits

• Paid Time Off – including vacation, personal, and sick days
• 5 Weeks of Paid Organizational Holidays – including Winter and Summer breaks
• Comprehensive Health Insurance – medical, dental, and vision coverage, with 100% of medical coverage for employee-only plans
• Retirement Through PERA – Public Employees' Retirement Association of Colorado
• Paid Leave of Absence Options – including parental, medical, and disability leave
• Mental Health & Wellness Support – to help you thrive personally and professionally
• Pre-Tax Accounts – flexible spending accounts (FSA), dependent care accounts, and health savings accounts (HSA)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees