Special Education Advocate - Fairfax, United States - Belkowitz Law, PLLC

Description

Belkowitz Law, PLLC is a growing firm of highly motivated individuals who genuinely care about making a profound and positive impact on public education.

We are looking to hire a Special Education Advocate. The position will be based in the firm's Fairfax office with opportunities to work remotely.

Job Description:
Assist families of students with special needs in navigating the special education process and facilitating the students' receipt of a free appropriate public education


Responsibilities include:

• Accompany parents to, and participate in initial screening, eligibility, IEP, Section 504, and other school meetings and provide advice and assistance as needed throughout the IEP process.
• Review all special education and section 504 documents, including student files, assessment reports, IEPs and Section 504 Plans.
• Identify and propose IEP goals and objectives, review supportive evidence and materials, help put concerns and requests in writing, and provide strategies for the IEP meeting.
• Review student educational records, assessments, and service provider reports
• Explain to parents the meaning of educational assessments, evaluations, and reports regarding the student's individualized special education needs.
• Identify appropriate special education services, programs, accommodations, and modifications appropriate to meet the student's individual needs.
• Review IEP and other educational documents before parent signs them.
• Draft letters and written requests to school and district personnel and draft complaints to school districts and the Virginia Department of Education.
• Empower, inform, guide and educate parents/guardians and students to strengthen their own advocacy skills.

In addition, there may be other projects (e.g., giving presentations) associated with your position that will require your attention from time to time.

Pay:
$ $35.00 per hour


Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

Education:

• Master's (preferred)

Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Fairfax, VA 22030