Under the leadership of the Director of Academics, the Special Education Coordinator is to work with and co-teach middle and/or high school students to ensure their success in a college preparatory program.  The Special Education Coordinator provides effective instruction and support in curricular areas for which employed; utilizes various instructional resources and technologies; demonstrates knowledge of the teaching/learning process; develops and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of a diverse student population; maintains contact and communication with parents and Student Life staff; and works effectively with administrators, colleagues, and all members of the school community.

He/She/They is also responsible for the coordination of special education programs and related services within his/her respective assignment; assists in the supervision of support staff; and to do other related functions as directed.

 Job Responsibilities

• Develop successful strategies to improve the student achievement, growth and learning outcomes of students with IEP’s. 
• Engage all new staff members in effective induction procedures and facilitate continued professional development through ongoing training opportunities in the special education department
• Maintain communication with other special education professionals in the state to ensure continuity of services
• Review federal and state legislation regulations related to special education and identify and share the impact of changes on the school
• Assess and evaluate a team of special education teachers and instructional associates.
• Design instructional and monitoring tools for students with disabilities
• Support the development and implementation of a co-teaching model
• Collaborate with teachers and other instructional leaders to design and implement high-quality professional learning experiences
• Create and maintain a data warehouse for students with disabilities
• Serve as a member of the instructional leadership team
• Facilitate, investigate and develop internal corrective action plans per Complaint Investigations filed with the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE)
• Facilitate and assist with MSDE compliance monitoring activities
• Develop and conduct internal compliance monitoring activities
• Provide countywide in-service trainings regarding special education compliance issues
• Conduct proactive Internal Investigations and Implementation of Corrective Action Plans when appropriate prior to MSDE scheduled Investigation /Complaint Visitations
• Assist school with compliance issues and/or situations regarding students and the special education process
• Compile and report data indicators to MSDE based on given timeline
• Attend monthly compliance meetings at state level (SESAC, DSE)
• Participates in Due Processes Hearings as necessary
• Attends court dates for truancy issues related to IEP students
• Plans, procures and manages supplemental service contracts related to assigned program (speech, OT)
• Monitor development and implementation of all aspects of special education process
• Collaborate with school based administrators and MSDE compliance monitors to ensure discipline of students with disabilities    is handled appropriately
• Work collaboratively with special education advisory committee to refine and enhance programs and services for students with disabilities
• Compile school special education data into manageable reports for administration and teachers to drive instruction and intervention
• Implementation and monitoring of evidence - based interventions for students with disabilities 
• Manages department grants and monitoring outcomes  
• Attend most IEP meetings for the school
• Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in related field is required
• Active teaching special education certificate (grades 6-12) is required
• Certification in Educational Leadership and Supervision is required
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar position is required
• Doctorate in related field and/or prior teaching experience is highly desired.