Special Education Coordinator

THE SEED SCHOOL OF MARYLAND INC•Baltimore, MD

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About The Position

Under the leadership of the Director of Academics, the Special Education Coordinator is to work with and co-teach middle and/or high school students to ensure their success in a college preparatory program. The Special Education Coordinator provides effective instruction and support in curricular areas for which employed; utilizes various instructional resources and technologies; demonstrates knowledge of the teaching/learning process; develops and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of a diverse student population; maintains contact and communication with parents and Student Life staff; and works effectively with administrators, colleagues, and all members of the school community. He/She/They is also responsible for the coordination of special education programs and related services within his/her respective assignment; assists in the supervision of support staff; and to do other related functions as directed.

Requirements

Master’s degree in related field is required
Active teaching special education certificate (grades 6-12) is required
Certification in Educational Leadership and Supervision is required
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar position is required

Nice To Haves

Doctorate in related field and/or prior teaching experience is highly desired.

Responsibilities

Maintain communication with other special education professionals in the state to ensure continuity of services
Review federal and state legislation regulations related to special education and identify and share the impact of changes on the school
Assess and evaluate a team of special education teachers and instructional associates.
Design instructional and monitoring tools for students with disabilities
Support the development and implementation of a co-teaching model
Collaborate with teachers and other instructional leaders to design and implement high–quality professional learning experiences
Create and maintain a data warehouse for students with disabilities
Serve as a member of the instructional leadership team
Facilitate, investigate and develop internal corrective action plans per Complaint
Investigations filed with the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE)
Facilitate and assist with MSDE compliance monitoring activities
Develop and conduct internal compliance monitoring activities
Provide countywide in-service trainings regarding special education compliance issues
Conduct proactive Internal Investigations and Implementation of Corrective Action Plans when appropriate prior to MSDE scheduled Investigation /Complaint Visitations
Assist school with compliance issues and/or situations regarding students and the special education process
Compile and report data indicators to MSDE based on given timeline
Attend monthly compliance meetings at state level (SESAC, DSE)
Participates in Due Processes Hearings as necessary
Attends court dates for truancy issues related to IEP students
Plans, procures and manages supplemental service contracts related to assigned programs (Speech, OT)
Monitor development and implementation of all aspects of special education process
Collaborate with school based administrators and MSDE compliance monitors to ensure discipline of students with disabilities is handled appropriately
Work collaboratively with special education advisory committee to refine and enhance programs and services for students with disabilities
Compile school special education data into manageable reports for administration and teachers to drive instruction and interventions
Implementation and monitoring of evidence - based interventions for students with disabilities
Manages department grants and monitoring outcomes
Attend most IEP meetings for the school
Perform other duties as assigned.