Program Coordinator - Teacher Development Academy - Ex Ed (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)
About The Position
The TDA Pathway Exceptional Education (SPED) coordinator supports the Program Manager by overseeing the day-to-day logistics, candidate tracking and state compliance for the Special Education alternative teacher certification pathway. This role serves as the primary front-line contact for Special Education candidates and course facilitators, ensuring alignment with both the Arizona Department of Education and federal mandates. Directly supporting special education teacher development through non-evaluative observations, formative feedback, and coaching course facilitators on evidence-based practices for exceptional learners. Flexibility in scheduling, which may include night and weekend work to support adult learners.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in special education or closely related field AND Two years of experience K-12 classroom teaching experience in special education (Mild/Moderate, Moderate/Severe, or Cross-Categorical).
- Associate’s degree in special education or closely related field AND Four years of experience K-12 classroom teaching experience in special education (Mild/Moderate, Moderate/Severe, or Cross-Categorical).
- Six years of progressive experience administering or coordinating programs, project tracking or high-level administrative support (ideally within an educational or public sector environment).
- One year of supervisory experience.
- Knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Individualized Education Program (IEP) compliance, and Arizona Department of Education special education structures.
- Experience managing complex spreadsheets, data tracking systems, or student/candidate records.
- Advanced proficiency in data organization (e.g., MS Excel, Google Sheets) and Learning Management Systems (LMS).
- Exceptional organizational skills and event/session logistical planning capabilities.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Strong written/verbal communication skills for triaging candidate needs.
- FBI fingerprint background check prior to start date.
- Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization prior to start date.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Special Education or Educational Leadership, or Curriculum and Instruction with SPED focus.
- Valid Arizona Special Education Teaching Certificate (e.g., Standard Mild/Moderate, Standard Severe/Profound or Cross-Categorical).
- Working knowledge of Arizona Department of Education SPED teacher certification requirements, specific SPED alternative institutional pathways, and high-need endorsement processes.
- Experience working directly within an Educator Preparation Program (EPP), alternative teacher certification track, or a school district’s Special Education/Educational Student Services/Human Resources/Professional Development department.
Responsibilities
- Overseeing the day-to-day logistics for the Special Education alternative teacher certification pathway.
- Candidate tracking for the Special Education alternative teacher certification pathway.
- Ensuring state compliance for the Special Education alternative teacher certification pathway.
- Serving as the primary front-line contact for Special Education candidates and course facilitators.
- Ensuring alignment with Arizona Department of Education and federal mandates.
- Directly supporting special education teacher development through non-evaluative observations.
- Providing formative feedback to special education teacher candidates.
- Coaching course facilitators on evidence-based practices for exceptional learners.
Benefits
- Higher Pay (funded through community-approved override guaranteed through June 2031)
- District benefits (for positions 30 hours per week or more)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
