Special Programs Coordinator - Fort Worth, Texas
1 day ago
Job description
Position Title: Special Programs Coordinator
Reports to: Principal
Department: Special Programs
Position Category: Permanent, 11 months, Exempt
Position Summary: The Special Programs Coordinator will work closely with the MTSS team to review referrals and diagnostic reports to determine appropriate interventions, provide training and support for special education and general education teachers, and ensure that all legal requirements are met. The Special Programs Coordinator will also work with the Principal and other designated staff to conduct ARD, 504, and LPAC meetings, ensuring compliance with Federal, State, and local requirements. S/he will also work with the Principal to schedule and document all student services with employed or contracted staff and providers.
Essential Job Requirements:
- Master's Degree
- Valid Texas Teaching Certificate in Special Education
- Minimum 3 years of experience as a Special Education Teacher
- Excellent Organizational, Communication, and Interpersonal Skills
- Previous Leadership Experience preferred
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Consultation
- Provide staff development training for school personnel in identification and understanding of students with disabilities.
- Assist classroom teachers with implementation of all special populations plans.
- Provide coaching for Special Education and Dyslexia Teachers and Aides.
- Consult parents concerning the educational needs of students and interpretation of assessment data.
- Consult parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant individuals to enhance their work with students.
Program Management
- Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships.
- Assist in the selection of assessment materials and equipment.
- Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
- Comply with all laws, policies, routines, and regulations.
- Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment.
Coordination
- Maintain a positive and effective relationship with
- Effectively communicate with colleagues, contractors, students, and
- Compile and ensure the integrity of various data.
- Support and monitor the campus-initiated referral process.
- Respond to parent requests for special education evaluations according to federal, state, and local rules.
- Respond to special programs inquiries from parents and staff.
- Assist with activities concerning compliance and performance of all special programs, including 504, LPAC, and SPED.
- Assist in generating solutions to special programs' challenges.
- Assist the Campus Principal with other projects and duties as assigned.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/ Environmental Factors:
- Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; Google Applications
- Posture: Prolonged standing, frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
- Motion: Frequent walking
- Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
- Environment: Work is located on campus site in a classroom environment; regular exposure to noise
- Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours
Limitations and Disclaimers:
- This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
- All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
- This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
- Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
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