Special Education Case Manager - Georgia Connections Academy

Connections Academy • Duluth, GA

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About The Position

Georgia Connections Academy is a tuition-free, full-time virtual school for students in grades K-12 throughout Georgia. The school is authorized by the Georgia Charter Schools Commission and governed by an independent Board of Directors, with a mission to maximize academic achievement for students who are seeking other academic options. The school is operated by Georgia Connections Academy, a nonprofit corporation, through a contract with Connections Academy of Georgia, LLC, to provide its educational program and other services. Connections Academy, a division of Connections Education, is accredited by Cognia, and GACA is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement. Working from our office in Duluth, Georgia, or from your home in Georgia, the Special Education Case Manager will "virtually" manage a caseload for students with special needs. The Special Education Case Manager will participate in all steps of the IEP process. They will work closely with other teachers and district professionals to ensure that the school's special education program is successful and operating in compliance with federal and state regulations. The Special Education Case Manager will utilize technology to complete IEP, reevaluation, eligibility, and progress monitoring reporting for students on their caseload.

Requirements

• Degree in Special Education or related Education Field
• Valid Georgia Special Education certification
• Experience in policy (IDEA) and/or administration with Special Education
• Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products)
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Customer focused approach
• High degree of flexibility
• Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment
• Team player track record
• Willingness to travel on occasion for marketing and state testing events (may require occasional overnight travel)

Responsibilities

• Develop, write and help implement IEPs
• Ensure 100% compliance of all IDEA documentation
• Evaluate tests and assessments, complete progress monitoring
• Communicate regularly with parents/learning coaches of students with special needs to ensure that their IEP goals are being met
• Consult with teachers and coordinate the implementation of specially designed instruction as defined in the IEP
• Schedule, organize and conduct IEP related meetings in a virtual environment
• Help teachers and learning coaches develop and implement program modifications and strategies for all students
• Assist with the organization and proper implementation of all paperwork, documentation and procedures for the IEP process
• Communicate with providers for students needing related services as mandated by their IEPs
• Collaborate with third party companies to assist with services and transition planning
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date data in the school's Learning Management System and special education software
• Assist with administering state testing and coordinate the special adaptations required based on the IEP
• Complete transition interviews and draft an effective transition plan
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree