Student Support Services Coordinator

CRISTA Ministries•Shoreline, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Student Support Services Coordinator promotes student success across King's Schools, serving students in Pre-K through 8th grade. The coordinator helps ensure continuity and consistency in student services across campuses while providing a caring and responsive experience. The coordinator reviews educational evaluations and assessment data and develops Student Plans for Success (SPS) for students with identified learning needs. The coordinator also serves as a resource regarding accommodations, learning differences, and student services. The coordinator oversees the administration of MAP assessments and administers and interprets Woodcock-Johnson academic assessments as needed. The coordinator serves as a liaison between King's Schools and public-school districts regarding evaluations and special education services. This role helps families navigate available services and supports effective coordination between the school, family, and district.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education or related Special Education experience
Exemplary oral and written communication skills
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of MTSS framework, intervention practices and student support processes
Training and experience administering the Woodcock Johnson assessment is preferred
Maintain professional certification and endorsements as required by King’s Schools and the State of Washington.
CPR/First Aid/AED Training
Microsoft Suite, including Teams, Office 365
Able to work collaboratively with supervisor, coworkers, students and their families.
A deep commitment to Christian education and passionate about helping students flourish academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually.
Knowledge and experience in special education, educational assessment, accommodations, and student services.
Ability to pass background checks relating to DSHS Secretary’s List of Crimes and Negative Actions. ( WAC 388-113 ).
Belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior.
Is a committed Christian who is dedicated to continued spiritual growth and development as evidenced through a growing personal walk with God (e.g. daily spiritual rhythms of prayer, fellowship, Bible study, etc.).
Prayerfully seeks God’s will in their own lives and in their ministry at CRISTA.
Engages our ministry including staff and colleagues through prayer, participation in spiritual practices, leading devotionals and other spiritual practices.
Affirms, aligns with and supports CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Statement (CCC).
Conducts themselves in a manner which reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).
Demonstrates the values of a CRISTA leader.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Special Education from accredited college or university recognized by the United States Department of Education or equivalent
At least two years of teaching and one year of experience as an educational specialist
Teaching Certificate
One Drive, FACTS, NWEA Map Growth Assessment

Responsibilities

Write and maintain Student Plans for Success (SPS) for students with identified learning needs.
Review educational evaluations, assessment data, and diagnostic reports to identify student needs and recommend supports.
Ensure that all relevant assessment and evaluation documentation is collected, maintained, and available to support student planning and services.
Provide consultation regarding accommodations, instructional support, and progress monitoring.
Serve as a collaborative member of student support meetings on each campus.
Promote continuity of student services by assisting with transitions between campuses.
Assist with developing consistent documentation practices and procedures to ensure alignment across campuses.
Oversee the administration of MAP assessments, including scheduling, coordination, communication, testing procedures, and the assessment of prospective students.
Administer Woodcock-Johnson assessments and facilitate conferences regarding assessment results.
Support early learning interventions through student observations and evaluations.
Serve as a liaison between King's Schools and public-school districts regarding evaluations and special education services, helping families navigate available public school services and support processes.
Maintain accurate, confidential, and secure student records in accordance with school policies and applicable legal requirements.
Contribute to professional learning opportunities and resources related to student services, accommodations, learning differences, and best practices.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Conduct that reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).