Regional Evaluation Coordinator

GEO Prep Academy of Greater Baton Rouge•Baton Rouge, LA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

GEO Prep Academy of Greater Baton Rouge is part of a network of high-quality public charter schools that deliver the innovative GEO Academies model. It serves students in grades K-8, providing an outstanding education with a commitment to college and career readiness. Through partnerships with local colleges and universities, students can take dual credit courses at no cost. The curriculum utilizes Core Knowledge, Teach Like a Champion, and a blended learning model, and the school is a TAP school. The Regional Evaluation Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and coordinating special education evaluations across campuses. This role ensures all evaluations comply with federal and state regulations, including IDEA and Louisiana Bulletin 1508. The coordinator leads the evaluation process from referral through eligibility determination and final dissemination, ensuring timelines are met, documentation is complete, and multidisciplinary teams are aligned. This position requires a strong, thorough knowledge of Bulletin 1508, a clear understanding of the RTI/MTSS processes, and the ability to manage multiple evaluations while maintaining compliance and quality. This position reports to the Regional Director of Special Education.

Requirements

Licensed School Social Worker in the State of Louisiana or Licensed School Psychologist with the ability to administer psychological, psychoeducational assessments and educational assessments.
Certification (or the ability to obtain certification) through the Louisiana Department of Education
Strong, thorough knowledge of Louisiana Bulletin 1508 and IDEA regulations
Experience serving on a multidisciplinary Pupil Appraisal Team
Experience coordinating or managing special education evaluations
Experience administering assessments and developing comprehensive evaluation reports
Ability to multitask and manage multiple evaluation timelines across campuses
Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively engage families, staff, and stakeholders
Ability to meet strict compliance deadlines with accuracy and consistency

Responsibilities

Coordinate and manage special education evaluations in compliance with IDEA and Louisiana Bulletin 1508
Oversee the evaluation process from referral through eligibility determination and dissemination
Monitor and ensure adherence to all evaluation timelines, including initial evaluations and reevaluations
Facilitate and participate in multidisciplinary evaluation planning meetings and eligibility determinations
Ensure all evaluation components are completed with fidelity and aligned to referral concerns
Conduct social history assessments and other evaluation components within the scope of licensure and training
Review evaluation reports and documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance
Collaborate with Pupil Appraisal Team members, school leaders, and special education staff throughout the evaluation process
Support and guide school teams through referral, SBLC, and evaluation procedures
Communicate effectively with families, staff, and stakeholders regarding evaluation processes, required documentation, and next steps
Maintain accurate records and tracking systems for all evaluations across assigned campuses
Support Child Find efforts and ensure appropriate identification procedures are followed
Provide technical assistance and training to school teams on evaluation procedures, MTSS and compliance expectations
Identify and address barriers that may delay evaluations and implement solutions to maintain compliance