Job Description

FULL SALARY RANGE: Level 12 (minimum: $80,456- mid-point: $99,329- maximum: $118,202)
The maximum placement for new hires is based upon experience and typically does not exceed the mid-point of the range
STANDARD HOURS PER WEEK: 40
FTE: 1.0
MONTHS PER YEAR: 10
JOB CODE: 070416
POSITION TYPE: Regular
LOCATION: Thornton, CO

Adams 12 Five Star Schools is deeply committed to a community of excellence, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. We commit to eliminate the predictability of who is included in excellence and who is not. Adams 12 Five Star Schools puts students first and supports our district's mission to elevate student success for every student every day in every classroom. Candidates who can contribute to our goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.

Oversee service delivery to students under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Implement district procedures for federal mandates regarding 504. Build capacity of staff who coordinate and manage Section 504 plans in order for them to provide appropriate accommodations and related services for students with disabilities. Provide training and technical assistance to building level staff and administration. Responsible for efficient use of Section 504 budget.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

JOB TASKS DESCRIPTION:

1. Provide ongoing collaboration and coaching for Section 504 coordinators and school leadership. Consult with district administrators, school based Section 504 coordinators, teachers, staff and parents in determining appropriate accommodations and related services for students with disabilities. Develop and train Section 504 coordinators and school leadership in any new Section 504 district procedures and federal regulations as they are released.
2. Develop, maintain, and update as necessary, processes and procedures for identifying students in need of accommodations and services under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Monitor compliance of federal, state and local regulations related to Section 504.
3. Maintain files of students with Section 504 accommodation plans using the district's student information technology systems. Ensure appropriate professional development and quality programming for students by reviewing and evaluating documents and Section 504 Accommodation Plans in accordance with district procedures and federal regulations. Develop and provide training and technical support for the district's student information technology system as it relates to Section 504. Ensure that FERPA, confidentiality, and Section 504 Records requirements are met in accordance with district policy 5300.
4. Perform data collection and analysis related to Section 504 plans.
5. Perform data collection and analysis related to Section 504 plans.
6. Collaborate with other district departments to ensure accurate and up-to-date Section 504 information is published and accessible for community stakeholders and district staff. Develop district-wide forms and informational guides for district personnel and parents regarding Section 504, and ADA including federal, state and local compliance parameters. Ensure materials are up to date.
7. Investigate and, when appropriate, mediate disputes on disability related matters. Collaborate with district legal staff as necessary.
8. Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Master's degree in related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years of related experience required.
• School administrative experience is preferred.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS:

• Criminal background check required for hire.

• Colorado principal's license or Special Education Director License preferred or must be obtained within 12 months of hire.

APPLICATION INFORMATION:
All applicants (current district employees and external applicants) should list any and all work experience, including current district experience, when completing the employment application. Please include job titles and duties that you held while doing that job. Since the Human Resource department uses the application to screen for minimum qualifications required for each job, it is important to have a complete application so you will be considered for the position you are applying for.

SALARY INFORMATION:
The salary listed is for full time positions (1.0 FTE). This salary will be adjusted, as needed, based upon the FTE. Administrative employees' salary will be commensurate on the employees' education and/or work experience. For additional information, please review our Administrative Compensation Program or review our Administrative Salary Schedule

BENEFITS INFORMATION:
Adams 12 Five Star Schools is committed to providing an environment that promotes a healthy employee population able to serve our students at the highest level. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as other programs for benefit eligible employees. The employee assistance program, voluntary life insurance through PERA, and 401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plans are available to all employees regardless of hours worked and are available immediately (upon hire date).
To learn more about our benefits, including paid time off, please see our Benefits Overview.

THIS POSTING IS NOT INCLUSIVE OF THE JOB DESCRIPTION.
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