Related Service Coordinator - Georgia Connections Academy

Connections Academy•Duluth, GA

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

Working from the Duluth, Georgia, office and from your home office within Georgia, certified teachers at Georgia Connections Academy support and motivate students through high-quality virtual instruction using the Pearson Online Classroom. Teachers deliver synchronous and asynchronous instruction, provide intervention and enrichment, engage families, and use data to drive student learning and growth. All GACA teachers and staff must be able to regularly participate in required in-person activities that may require overnight travel throughout the state of Georgia, including but not limited to: School and department meetings Student engagement events Professional development and required training State testing, End-of-Pathway testing, and all in-person summative and formative assessments Graduation and other school-level events Teachers may also be required to support virtual administration of assessments, as scheduled by the school. The Related Services Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of related service provision for students with special needs. This role involves collaborating with service providers, ensuring compliance with service delivery expectations, and providing professional development to special education staff. The individual will maintain and monitor service trackers, manage provider availability, and address any noncompliance issues to ensure students receive the support they need.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Special Education or related field
Georgia Clearance Certificate
Georgia teacher certification in Special Education
Possess a Georgia teaching certification in the subject area of instruction
Must have a Clearance Certificate through the Department of Education or be able to obtain one within the first 30 days of the first day of hire.
Minimum of 5 years experience working in special education
Ability to work with diverse populations and manage sensitive situations effectively
Strong knowledge of IDEA and Georgia Rules and Regulations in regard to Special Education
High degree of flexibility
Experience in training and/or coaching adult learners
Experience in analyzing data to make informed decisions
Customer focused approach
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Experience in writing policies and procedures
Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite)
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Highly organized and punctual
Student and family-focused approach
Experience in teaching or supporting Title I schools
High degree of flexibility
Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
Team player track record
Strong interpersonal skills, which include the ability to work effectively with students, parents, staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds.
Willingness to travel for marketing and state testing events (may require occasional overnight travel)
Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed to support some families
Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication
This position requires frequent travel throughout the state of Georgia to conduct official school business. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license, maintain a clean driving record, and be comfortable with regular day trips and occasional overnight travel as needed. A reliable personal vehicle is required.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time. Employees are also required to talk, hear, stand, and walk. The employee may be required to use hands to touch, handle, feel, and/or reach. Employees are occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with related service providers to ensure effective service delivery.
Facilitate open communication with special education leaders, providers, families, and staff to resolve any documentation or service delivery issues.
Ensure completion and accuracy of related service logs to enable effective data reporting and analysis.
Provide professional development and training to special education staff on related service procedures and best practices.
Oversee and track the performance and compliance of related service providers using service trackers.
Maintain and update the master calendar to manage provider availability.
Monitor the fulfillment of expectations for related service providers, ensuring adherence to guidelines.
Attend weekly meetings with Pearson to discuss service provision updates and address any concerns.
Identify and address noncompliance issues related to related service provision.
Work closely with related services analysts to maintain compliance and ensure timely service delivery
Supervise a group of case managers based on staffing needs, including TKES
Other duties as assigned.
Administer formative and summative assessments, including monthly progress monitoring, CFAs, and EOCs where applicable.
Participate in all required Georgia state standardized assessments in-person and virtual sessions, including Georgia Milestones, ACCESS, Georgia Alternative Assessment, etc., in addition to End-of-Pathway, benchmarks, CFAs, and diagnostic assessments.
Maintain accurate records of attendance, communication logs, academic progress, and intervention documentation.
Work collaboratively within the Professional Learning Community to monitor data, plan instruction, and ensure student success.
Partner with Advisory Teachers, School Counselors, Special Education staff, and team members to meet student needs and ensure strong communication loops.
Support social, engagement, and community-building activities—both virtual and in-person—to cultivate belonging for students and families.
Attend required school and district professional development and pursue ongoing growth in instructional practice.
Assist in the organization and facilitation of school-wide events (graduation, field trips, engagement activities).
Participate in student recruitment efforts, marketing events, and family orientations as needed.
Support the creation of a positive, inclusive virtual school culture through consistent communication, engagement, and community-building practices.
Perform other duties as assigned to support school operations, strategic initiatives, and student success.