Coordinator, Special Education

Omaha Public Schools•Omaha, NE

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Special Education Coordinator improves outcomes for students with disabilities by analyzing student and program data to guide instructional practice, monitor state indicators, and support implementation of the NDE continuous improvement plan. The role collaborates with school leaders, Teaching and Learning Consultants, district departments, and community partners to develop student support plans, strengthen secondary specially designed instruction, manage key programs and partnerships, and align special education compliance monitoring with continuous improvement and student success.

Requirements

Minimum of a Master’s Degree with major emphasis in educational administration.
A valid Nebraska teaching certificate with endorsement in administration.
Experience monitoring special education compliance at the school, state or federal level.
Demonstrated knowledge of IDEA, Rule 51, Rule 52.
Exemplary communication and organizational skills.
Exemplary skills in leadership and interpersonal relations.
Must be self-motivated and detail oriented.
Displays a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
Ability to show flexibility, establish and maintain effective working relationships as needed by work assignments.
Leadership abilities to facilitate meetings, resolve conflicts, and demonstrate listening skills.
Ability to build strong relationships with staff, families, and professional partnerships through regular communication and engagement with impacted individuals.
Knowledge and openness to learning about diverse cultures.
Ability to use Microsoft Teams to facilitate meetings with staff, external agencies, and families as appropriate.
Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance.
Knowledge of ethical guidelines applicable to the position as outlined by professional organizations and/or federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations.
A working knowledge of Omaha Public Schools (OPS) policies and procedures, principles, and practices of the organization.
Verification of a valid Nebraska Teaching License or other required license.
A background check which demonstrates background is acceptable for the position sought and working with or around students.
Verification of U.S. Citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
Successful completion of a tuberculosis skin test (if required by federal law for your position).
Execution and delivery to OPS of an Administrator Contract presented by OPS.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of three years of successful administrative experience in a school district is preferred.
High school experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitor and implement components of the NDE special education continuous improvement plan.
Monitor progress on state-reported indicators.
Support the development of secondary, specially designed instruction.
Analyze achievement data for special education students.
Develop student support plans with principals and Teaching and Learning Consultants.
Manage special education district partnerships.
Manage Next Level Learning and Extended School Year for special education students.
Manage Medicaid in Public Schools (MiPS) special education processes.
Collaborate regularly with other departments.
Develop and provide professional development to staff.
Develop and implement corrective action plans required by NDE to include file reviews, providing training to school staff, and procedural updates.
Respond to and mediate parent concerns.
Attend IEP meetings that include legal counsel representation at the direction of the Executive Director of Special Education.
Monitor the OPS special education website and make updates as needed.
Review IEP drafts and conduct preparation meetings with school teams.
Maintains effective communication with staff, families, and community agencies.
Assists staff in problem-solving with any team, child/family issues that arise.
Works with an understanding of a diverse student population and equity.
Shows evidence of the willingness and ability to comply with ethical and professional performance standards established by district policy and the State Board of Education.
Demonstrates a commitment to the mission, vision, and values of the Omaha Public Schools.
Performs other related tasks as assigned by Executive Director of Special Education and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.