Coordinator of Special Education at Beaufort County School District in Beaufort, SC

Job description

POSITION PURPOSE: To facilitate the provisions of special education services in assigned schools or programs within the Beaufort County School District. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Must have knowledge of the policies, procedures and activities of the school district which pertain to the specific duties and responsibilities of the job; knowledge of applicable local, state and federal regulations and guidelines; knowledge of the records, forms and reports which must be prepared and maintained; knowledge of proper maintenance of equipment, materials, and supplies used in daily activities; has thorough and comprehensive knowledge of current research in programs for students with disabilities procedures, legal issues, instruction and assessment. Must have the ability to coordinate the design, development, and implementation of the district's programs for students with disabilities; ability to operate general office equipment in the performance of daily activities; ability to identify the accomplishments, needs and problems of the program; ability to interact in an effective manner with building level administration, teachers, district staff, parents, etc.; ability to prepare and maintain required records and reports; ability to stay abreast of current research in programs for students with disabilities and related issues; ability to interpret and apply information and issues pertaining to programs for students with disabilities; and the ability to use technology to enhance communication and deliver of support documents. Assist the Director of Special Education Services in planning, monitoring, and evaluating special education services and procedures. Coordinates with the building level administrators to ensure appropriate supplemental and related services are provided to students with disabilities. At the request of the building level administrator, ensures compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Assist in the data collection for district, state and federal reporting. Collaborates with administrators, regular education teachers, and special education teachers to facilitate the inclusion of students with disabilities in the total school environment as appropriate. Plan and conduct high quality professional development for all instructional staff, parents, administrators, and others on topics relevant to the education of students with disabilities. Assists teachers to ensure that appropriate instructional practices and appropriate curricula are identified, accessed and utilized for students with disabilities. Collaborates with the building level administrators to develop and implement appropriate site-based strategies for resolving problem areas relative to programs for students with disabilities. At the request of the building level administrator provides technical assistance to administrators, staff, school faculties, parents, related service providers and others relative to all instructional/related service issues in reference to special education; to include addressing parents concerns and questions. Coordinate sequential programming between the various instructional levels to ensure smooth transitions from grade to grade and school to school. Assists with implementing district strategic plan priorities. Remains informed of educational improvements and best practices; provides consultation and advice with other District administrators as needed. Attend district, regional, state, and national meeting and conferences as required for professional and program development. Collaborates with the Coordinator of Recruitment and Retention, assists in the recruitment and retention of highly qualified special educators and professionally licensed related service providers. Effectively operates technology; and Conducts other activities and oversee project implementation as determined appropriate by the Director of Special Education Services. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, policies, and