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JOB DESCRIPTION
SPECIAL EDUCATION PROCESS COORDINATOR- ELEMENTARY
QUALIFICATIONS:
TERMS OF CONTRACT: 200 days, compensation per teacher salary schedule
REPORT TO: Director of Special Services
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential job skills/knowledge and abilities:
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
EVALUATION: Annual formative and summative evaluation conducted by the Director of Special Services.
JOB DESCRIPTION
SPECIAL EDUCATION PROCESS COORDINATOR- ELEMENTARY
QUALIFICATIONS:
- The minimum of a Masters's Degree. Demonstrates knowledge of the Special Education Process and procedure. Experience in evaluation, eligibility, and Special Education delivery. Successful teaching experience in Special Education.
- Valid Missouri Certificate in one or more areas of Special Education
- Minimum of three years experience in one or more areas of Special Education.
TERMS OF CONTRACT: 200 days, compensation per teacher salary schedule
REPORT TO: Director of Special Services
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential job skills/knowledge and abilities:
- Interpret diagnoses to school personnel, other concerned professionals, parents and students
- Prepare and submit such reports as may be required
- Keep informed and communicate with staff all legal requirements governing Special Education.
- Promote effective communication with staff, parents, and administration as related to the District's special programs.
- Provide necessary support/in-service for all new staff. Participate in in-service training programs.
- Represent the district as the LEA representative for IEP/placement conferences as directed by the supervisor.
- Ensure procedures are followed for placement in Special Education, including procedures for referral, securing medical reports, and obtaining psychological reports.
- Assume responsibility for compiling, and maintaining evaluation documents.
- Arrange transportation as a related service in assigned buildings.
- Participate in special consultations and case conferences with school personnel and consultants.
- Administer a variety of tests as assigned by the district or building team.
- Remain current regarding disciplinary issues and, as appropriate, gather student behavioral and disciplinary data.
- Coordinate and facilitate functional behavior assessment and behavior intervention plans.
- Facilitate review of parent referrals for Special Education services.
- Serve as a resource person concerning the Special Education process, evaluation tools, and diagnoses for teachers and other school personnel.
- Assume responsibility for professional growth and development, keeping current with the literature, new research, and improved techniques, and attending appropriate professional meetings.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supervise coordination of Special Education evaluations and re-evaluations.
- Keep the Director of Special Services informed of the program's needs and activities.
- Assist in the implementation of program evaluation as it relates to the Special Education Standards set for the DESE.
- Assist in recruitment, selection, and recommendation for hiring of Special Education personnel.
EVALUATION: Annual formative and summative evaluation conducted by the Director of Special Services.
