Special Education Coordinator - Great River Connections Academy
About The Position
Great River Connections Academy (GRCA) is seeking a Special Education Coordinator for the 2026-2027 school year. This position, based in Columbus, Ohio, or remote, focuses on managing the educational needs of students with disabilities. The coordinator will collaborate with Intervention Specialists, Teachers, and Related Service Providers to ensure appropriate programs are delivered in the least restrictive environment. This is a 10-month position with potential for summer hours, determined by assigned projects. The role involves managing and participating in RTI and IEP processes, maintaining student data, communicating with parents, and adapting curriculum for virtual learning environments.
Requirements
- Reside within 30 miles of Ohio border
- Special Education Certification
- A minimum of 3 years full-time successful teaching experience in special education
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Customer focused approach
- High degree of flexibility
- Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast paced environment
- Technologically proficient (especially with Microsoft Office products)
Nice To Haves
- Occasional travel specific to state testing, professional development and student engagement activities
Responsibilities
- Maintain documentation within the Learning Management System that captures and organizes special education timelines and data
- Communicate and consult with teachers and learning coaches regarding the instructional program for students with disabilities or other special needs
- Oversee the development, tracking, dissemination and proper implementation of IEP or 504 plan mandated accommodations for students with special needs during state testing events
- Work directly with parents, as needed, to answer questions, ensure that all school actions are in compliance, and that students are learning in the Least Restrictive Environment
- Develop a working knowledge of Connections Academy’s curriculum options, and how they can be adapted and implemented to meet specific student needs
- Introduce new ways of supporting special needs students in a virtual environment
- Perform other duties as assigned by the School Leader or Manager of Special Education
- Act as District Representative in assigned IEP and ETR meetings
- Write evaluations for assigned Intervention Specialists two times per year according to evaluation cycles
- Other duties as determined necessary by the School Leader or Manager of Special Education
Benefits
- Benefits available to eligible employees can be seen at https://www.connectionsacademy.com/careers/benefits
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
