Special Programs Coordinator

Innovative Network of Knowledge•San Antonio, TX

1d•Remote

About The Position

Innovative Network of Knowledge is a dynamic and rapidly growing virtual company in an emerging space of innovation in education. Our passion is to change education forever for the K-12 students (online) we serve. We are changing the way children learn and apply knowledge in the real world. Through our Project Based approach, supported by personal Educational Concierges, we strengthen the whole child through their educational experience. Through synchronous and asynchronous opportunities, co-teaching, and workshop labs, our students are immersed and challenged in a way not experienced in today's educational landscape. In addition, staff and students will take part in weekly programs that promote character and citizenship opportunities to grow not only as a school but also as a community at large. We guarantee that you andyour child become part of our family and will be engaged, excited, and prepared for college, career, and life. The Special Programs Coordinator will help with the planning, coordination, and compliance of specialized student programs across the district. This includes but is not limited to Special Education, Section 504, Dyslexia, English Learners EL), Gifted and Talented, and other state/federal programs. The coordinator helps ensure program implementation is in compliance with federal/state regulations (IDEA, Section 504, ESSA, etc.) and aligns with district policies and the Texas Education Agency (TEA) guidelines.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
Valid teaching certificate with special education certificate
At least 3 years special education teaching experience
Strong knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, TEKS, LPAC, and other relevant statutes and guidance.

Nice To Haves

Valid Texas Masters in Education, Special Education, Educational Administration, or related field
Bilingual (Spanish/English) proficiency.
Experience using TEA data systems (e.g., TSDS, PEIMS, SPED reporting systems).

Responsibilities

Create and foster a culture of collaboration and reflective learning among colleagues within the virtual workplace
Helps articulate the school's mission and vision with the aim of ensuring all stakeholders have a common understanding and are positioned to work cooperatively to achieve desired results.
Maintain compliance and supervise the implementation of the Special Education program. Follow federal and state guidelines. Provide training and implementation of programming to meet the needs of each individual special ed student.
Diagnostic assessments, after parent approval, to determine student qualification for special ed services
Ensures related services are received as prescribed by the students' IEP (Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology, Mobility and Rehab services)
Ensures alignment between ARD and instruction in classroom
Ensures alignment between ARD and support services provided, reviews effectiveness
Frequently runs reports and monitors IEP software program that houses ARDs
Assigns students to the correct standardized test
Makes sure that all Transfer ARDS are scheduled and occur in a timely fashion according to state law
Obtain and use evaluative findings, including student achievement data, to examine special education program effectiveness
Collaborate with campus administrators and instructional staff to implement and support effective programs and student interventions
Coordinate ARD/IEP meetings, 504 meetings, and LPAC processes across campuses.
Supervise and evaluate staff working within special programs (e.g., diagnosticians, ESL coordinators, GT teachers).
Facilitate professional development and training for staff on special populations and compliance requirements.
Develop, analyze, and report on data related to student performance, program effectiveness, and compliance.
Serve as the district liaison as assigned during audits, monitoring visits, or compliance reviews.
Communicate effectively with families, staff, and community stakeholders.