Regional Case Manager

About the position

Under the guidance of the regional Special Education leadership team, the Regional Case Manager will case manage the IEP process for a portfolio of 1-3 schools to drive forward and ensure special education compliance to established policies, procedures and/or regulations. All ideal candidates will be passionate about meeting the needs of all students, have specialized expertise working in special education, especially in the area of special education compliance, and have a 'make it happen' attitude. Responsibilities include case managing all IEPs at assigned sites, facilitating IEP meetings, managing IEPs in district's Welligent or SEIS program, ensuring IEP timeline compliance, and developing related goals and objectives. The role also involves serving as a resource for information regarding special education services, administering formal academic assessments, monitoring service provision, and developing behavior support plans for students with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Case manage all IEPs at assigned sites and be responsible for all IEP development, including IEP meeting coordination and facilitation.
• Effectively facilitate contentious IEP meetings, using a student-centered approach to resolving disagreements.
• Manage IEPs in district's Welligent or SEIS program.
• Ensure IEP timeline compliance of assigned caseload by using regionally mandated process and documentation.
• Complete weekly KIPP internal reporting documents for assigned sites.
• Develop related goals and objectives and recommend policies, planning, and implementation by working with school staff.
• Serve as a resource for information regarding special education services, programs and policies.
• Administer formal academic assessments, and write the accompanying academic reports.
• Analyze assessment results to drive IEP development.
• Monitor services provision using reports and communicate with stakeholders as needed.
• Address all parent communication related to the IEP process.
• Develop appropriate behavior support plans for students with special needs.
• Coordinate progress report completion in accordance with district guidelines.
• Manage relationships with outside vendors to ensure students receive all individually-prescribed IEP services.
• Participate in the RTI/SSPT process as appropriate.
• Manage and/or assist with the development of 504 plans at assigned sites.
• Develop and provide ongoing professional development for general and special education staff and administrators.
• Develop positive relationships with parents and families.
• Collaborate with regional Student Services team to explore the full continuum of services.
• Assist in the preparation of Informal Dispute Resolution, mediation and due process material.
• Serve as a mentor and support to other special education staff members.
• Other duties/projects as assigned by the Regional Special Education Leadership Team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher learning is required; Master's degree with emphasis in special education highly preferred.
• Valid California credential for Level I or Level II Education Specialist (Mild/Moderate with Autism Authorization or Moderate/Severe) credential.
• Possession of either BCLAD or CLAD certification highly desirable.
• 3 years of effective case management skills required, with at least 1 year of that experience within KIPP SoCal, highly preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of highly effective teaching experience demonstrating a strong track record of student performance gains with students with IEPs.
• Experience facilitating contentious IEPs which lead to IEP team consensus.
• Access to reliable transportation as you may be required to travel between school sites.
• Knowledge of LAUSD special education policy, strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of Welligent and/or SEIS preferred.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and implementation skills.
• Ability to manage the ambiguity and multiple priorities inherent in a fast-paced environment.
• Results-oriented.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with multiple constituencies across multiple school sites.
• Excellent written, communication and presentation skills.
• High proficiency in the Google Suite and Microsoft Office.
• Takes initiative, and demonstrates leadership.
• Ability to stay positive through challenges.
• Detail-oriented team player willing to roll up sleeves and get the job done.
• Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP SoCal Schools mission.

Benefits

• Very competitive compensation package inclusive of a generous benefits package.
• 100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer, dependents added at 50% of the cost.
• Employer-paid KIPP SoCal life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SoCal.
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance, Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.).
• Generous paid time off program includes 22 holidays, 10 sick days and 10 vacation days per year.
• Other great benefits (Flexible spending account, EAP, tuition reimbursement for dependents, etc.).