Special Education Case Manager

Encircle•Lynchburg, VA

14h•$0 - $52,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Special Education Case Manager is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the implementation of a student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP) in the private day setting and acting as a liaison between the student’s teachers, support staff, parents, public school case manager, and other relevant professionals to ensure the students receive appropriate special education services and supports tailored to their individual needs. This position will work at both our Lynchburg and Harrisonburg Minnick School locations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
Current and renewable Virginia teaching license with a Special Education endorsement required.
Minimum of 4 years of experience working with diverse students with diverse disabilities and backgrounds.
Ability to serve as a mandated reporter of suspected or reported child and adult abuse and neglect.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of student and staff information and records in adherence with applicable agency/school policy and applicable laws and regulations.
Demonstrates excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with students and families, staff, colleagues, stakeholders, and community members.
Valid Virginia Drivers’ License and proof of insurance.
Satisfactory Driving Record in compliance with Driver Requirement Policy.
Ability to work assigned schedule.
Basic computer skills and experience working with Microsoft Office products.
Ability to observe health and safety regulations.

Nice To Haves

master’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as a mandated reporter of suspected or reported child or adult abuse and neglect. Adherence to all related school, division, agency, and state policy, procedure, protocol, or legal requirement.
Report all student injuries, accidents, illnesses, or immediate safety threats directly to school administration as soon as possible.
Report non-safety concerns related to the preservation of student rights and dignity to supervisor as soon as possible.
Create and maintain the school calendar with IEP due dates.
Verify that all enrolled students have a current, signed IEP, and triennial evaluation on file and coordinate with the public school to obtain missing or incomplete documents.
Provide LEA representatives with the necessary information to develop annual IEPs and addendums/amendments as needed.
Participate in IEP meetings with public school representatives, teachers, school administration, and other relevant professionals to develop and review individualized education plans.
Collaborate with teachers and staff to gather students’ academic and behavior data, to be entered into the Present level of Performance.
Collaborate with teachers and staff to develop data driven goals to share with LEA for the IEP.
Contribute to the IEP as needed for transition planning for students aged 14 and older.
Create and distribute the IEP-at-a-Glance as directed.
Collaborate with the School Testing Coordinator and work as a backup for testing; provide testing accommodation to the staff for State and District testing.
Support students as needed during the school day when requested by teachers, administrators, or at the student’s request.
Set up IEP progress reports and collaborate with teachers to prepare clear and accurate reports.
Work with the principal to review IEP progress reports and upload them to shared folder.
Collaborate with teachers, instructional coaches, and instructional technology resource teachers to implement instructional strategies in the classroom that support progress towards mastery of student IEP goals.
Support Assistant Teachers and Educational Aides in conducting appropriate instructional exercises to support IEP goals.
Collaborate with Student Support Professionals and BCBAs/Behavior Specialists to support IEP goals as appropriate.
Coordinate with related services providers to facilitate the delivery of services and maintain a detailed log documenting the dates and times services are provided. Advocate for the students’ needs within the school to ensure appropriate accommodations and services are provided.
Collaborate with staff to ensure accommodations and modifications are provided accurately per the IEP.
Maintain accurate and detailed records of IEP meetings, progress monitoring data, and communication with parents, staff, outside service providers, and LEA representatives.
Support students in advocating for their own educational needs and preferences through programs such as “I’m Determined” to work toward students participating in their IEP meetings.
Collaborate and meet with Principals regularly to maintain the fidelity of all IEP records.
Research, identify, and present to direct supervisor relevant professional development opportunities to support individual growth.
All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive salary starting at $52,000
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Nationwide Pet Insurance, including coverage for reptiles, birds and exotic pets
401(k) and 401(k) Matching
Employee Assistance Program, including Access to Chaplain Services
Educational Assistance Program
STD, LTD, Life, and AD&D Insurance
Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
Retention Bonus
Cell Phone Reimbursement
Unlimited Access to Premium Calm App for Staff plus Friends and Family
Early access to paid wages with Wisely ADP and DailyPay