Job Description
Job DescriptionThe Special Education Program Specialist provides support for the instructional program for students with special needs; provides pertinent information and consultant services to staff members and parents; and provides ongoing student assessment and evaluation. Coordinating assigned special education program components and related activities, providing information to general education staff, special education staff, and students/parents.
• Oversee the coordination of the initial IEP assessments.
• Assist Special Education Teachers in the development of an appropriate initial IEP that supports students in the least restrictive environment.
• Review assessment reports: analyze student data as it relates to special education eligibility, goals, services, and supports.
• Serve as Admin Designee in initial IEP meetings.
• Supports/Facilitates IEP meetings.
• Assist Special Education Teachers in operating programs that support students in the least restrictive environment.
• Assists assigned staff in the development of IEP instructional goals/objectives.
• Assists assigned staff in identifying other related services for the student.
• Assists IEP teams in facilitating student placement into special education programs/services.
• Conduct semester random IEP audits per teacher.
• Analyze and interpret laws and regulations governing the provision of special education.
• Develop, coordinate, and deliver professional development on a variety of special education-related topics.
• Support with the development and implementation of policy, processes, and procedures in the aforementioned areas.
• Provide direct and indirect coaching support to general education, special education, and parents.
• Track due dates for all IEPs.
• Inform families regarding the special education process and guide parents in participating in the special education process.
• Assist in creating and present parent training.
• Assist in creating informational literature for parents.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS & QUALIFICATION
• Have a working knowledge of curriculum to suggest choices that parents may need to modify their students’ educational program to best meet their individual requirements, as well as provide supplemental materials.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Understanding of school policies, including school safety and security procedures.
• Correct English usage, punctuation, spelling, and grammar.
• Understand, adhere to, and be able to explain Excelsior Schools programs.
• Technologically proficient and/or open to the use of technology in the delivery of curriculum and in the management of student data and assessment.
Interpersonal Skills• Enjoy working with students.
• Demonstrate the ability to partner with parents in the education of their children.
• Understand and work within scope of authority and defined guidelines.
• Understand and accurately follow directions orally and in writing.
• Manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Maintain professional behavior and appearance.
• Exercise self-control and balance judgment.
• Productively work independently as well as with others.
Benefits:
401k
Vision
Dental
Life
PTO
Requirements:• Florida Exceptional Student Education Certification.
• Master’s degree is preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in Special Education is preferred.