Special Education Coordinator - Harveston Lower School

Great Hearts•Baton Rouge, LA

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About The Position

The Special Education Coordinator is a campus leadership position that will play a critical role in founding Great Hearts Harveston and building the footings and structures that will enable the school to provide access to the Great Hearts classical, liberal arts education to all families who want it for their children.Specifically, the Special Education Coordinator will, in collaboration with the Harveston Head of School and GH Sr. Director of Exceptional Student Services, coordinate all aspects of the individualized Special Education Process at Great Hearts Harveston. They will collaborate with teachers, school leadership, and authorizers to ensure that the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process and the quality of programs for students with disabilities reflect the philosophy of Great Hearts with regards to providing access to our rich, classical liberal arts experience, and will comply with federal, state, and local requirements.

Requirements

Master's Degree (preferred not required)
Valid Louisiana Special Education Certification
Two years of successful Special Education teaching experience, preferably in Louisiana.
Ability to prepare appropriate individual education program (IEPs)
Knowledge of local, state and federal rules and regulations pertaining to special education
Knowledge of various special education eligibility conditions and the challenges to learning Knowledge
of curriculum in grades K through 12
Experience with campus leadership
Basic computer skills
Strong organization and communication (written and oral)
Ability to work cooperatively with staff, students and parents
Employment is subject to passing a fingerprint criminal history check, from the State Bureau of Criminal Identification.
Requires but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching. May be required to move or position equipment up to 15 pounds approximately.

Responsibilities

Assists the campus administration to ensure that the IEP process and the quality of programs for students with disabilities reflect the philosophy of Great Hearts with regards to providing access to our rich, classical liberal arts experience, and comply with federal, state, and local requirements.
Facilitates IEP and Evaluation committee meetings in the development of the IEPs.
Drafts IEP and Evaluation documentation in compliance with state and federal law.
Consults with school staff about implementation of the IEPs, appropriate accommodations and modifications, and strategies for learning.
Partners with and operate as liaison for parents of students with disabilities in pursuit of effective IEPs.
Collaborates heavily with other Special Student Services Coordinators (Section 504, MTSS, ESL)
Manages caseload and assignments to meet compliance timelines for IEP committee meetings and services to students.
Disseminates information regarding policies and procedures for Special Education Services to leadership, faculty, and families
Coordinates all aspects of Special Education Evaluations.
Manages and coordinates with contracted related services (Speech, OT, PT, Counseling) to ensure quality service and IEP compliance.
Provide assistance with the organizational needs of the Special Education Department.
Collaborate on student data reporting relative to state and federal funding and compliance, as needed.
Support the organizational needs of campuses, upon request.
Work collaboratively with teachers and campus administrators in the creation of a supportive school environment that meets the academic and developmental needs of all students.
Support the creation and implementation of special education services on the school campus in support of academic and skill development in students with special needs.
Provide assistance to teachers and school administrators in the creation of a school climate and culture that effectively manages student behavior in the pursuit of the habits of virtue and in accordance with the code of conduct.
Interpret student data to assist all teachers with growth of students with disabilities.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
Create and deliver staff development presentations to paraprofessionals, teachers and campus administrators on topics related to special education and service to students with disabilities.
Proactively find and attend in-service training to promote and grow in knowledge and skill.
Use effective communication skills, written and oral, to present information accurately and clearly to student, parents and staff.
Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents and community members.
Maintain familiarity with current trends in the areas of curriculum and special education.
Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for staff, including daily attendance, punctuality and confidentiality.
Compile, maintain and file all reports, records and other required documents.
Attend and participate in Special Education Department meetings and serve on committees, as required.
Demonstrate the following core values: integrity, high expectations, commitment, respect, dedication to teamwork and passion for a student centered environment.
Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job.