Virtual Special Education Coordinator

Gateway Online Academy of Ohio • Independence, OH

6d • $65,000 - $75,000 • Remote

About The Position

ACCEL Schools is seeking a highly-qualified Special Education Coordinator who are dedicated to providing a superior education experience for all students ! We are seeking team members who are excited to be a part of the team creating a rigorous and nurturing classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development. ACCEL Schools uses a cutting-edge 21st-century curriculum, which can be accessed online and through a variety of traditional methods. Please note – while this is an online school position and all instruction occurs virtually, travel and face to face attendance will be required several times per year to support in person state testing and student events. In collaboration with the Special Education Director, Head of School, the Principals, and fellow Special Education Coordinators, the Special Education Coordinator supports the Intervention Specialists for the assigned grade band through roster management, compliance monitoring (document quality, timelines, data collection), provision of Professional Development and training, and observation/feedback. In addition, the Special Education Coordinator supports the creation of appropriate programming for transfer students by collaborating with the enrollment team and prior school to obtain documents and understand student needs. Assists in implementation of Extended School Year program and gathering student data required for state reporting. Makes and implements student centered decisions in accordance with all state laws and regulations. This is a virtual position, but in-office work will be required throughout the year. Eligibility: Open to residents of Ohio

Requirements

• Master’s Degree or in process of obtaining Administrative Specialist License as required by O.A.C. 3301-51-09
• Minimum 3 years of experience providing special education services in an online model
• Current Ohio Special Education Teacher or Administrator Certification
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite Products
• Ability to handle confidential information responsibly and exhibit sound judgment while maintaining that confidentiality.
• Demonstrates a reliable, dependable, and trustworthy work ethic.
• Ability to manage difficult or emotional client situations
• Ability to make sound judgments after all available information has been gathered or communicated.
• Demonstrates a mature attitude and insight into matters affecting department, self and / or company welfare.
• Demonstrated leadership and management ability.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure, effectively prioritizing and executing tasks to meet deadlines consistently.
• Ability to learn new technologies and acquire new skills through independent study, professional training, and from more senior team members.
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a team
• Understanding and ability to manage confidential information
• Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks

Responsibilities

• Attend relevant trainings offered by county agencies and the department of education to stay current on regulations and best practices
• Develop and facilitate professional development and training on varied Special Education topics
• Coordinate with enrollment team to understand volume and needs of newly enrolling Special Education students, gather existing documentation, and assign students to IS caseloads
• Review all Special Education documents, including IEPs, for compliance and quality and provide feedback and coaching to Intervention Specialists prior to IEP meeting
• Act as district representative at IEP meetings
• Assist Intervention Specialists with complex parent communications as needed
• Monitor Intervention Specialist compliance with timelines and data collection
• Observe Intervention Specialists during instructional time with students and provide feedback
• Conduct teacher evaluations under the Ohio Teacher Evaluation System (OTES 2.0 Certified)
• Participate in in the Alternate Assessment decision making process to ensure a student is most appropriately assessed with an alternate assessment.
• Serve as a point of contact and manage supplemental program access.
• Partners with grade band Principal and Asst. Principal to ensure communication and consistency in general education and special education programming
• Collaborate with EMIS Coordinator/State Reporting Manager to gather/enter all needed data into state and federal systems
• Participates in trainings and meetings (occasional travel required
• Perform all other job duties as assigned

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Retirement contributions
• Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)
• Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary short-term disability insurance
• Voluntary long-term disability insurance
• Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level