Job Description

POSITION: Special Education Coordinator

LOCATION: Woodbridge Middle School

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

START DATE: TBD

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

JOB SUMMARY:

The Special Education Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and managing the special education program within the school. This role involves ensuring that students with disabilities receive appropriate services and accommodations in accordance with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). The Special Education Coordinator collaborates with teachers, staff, parents, and external agencies to foster an inclusive educational environment and promote the academic, social, and emotional development of students with special needs.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must hold or be eligible for an educator license in the State of Delaware
• Must hold or be eligible for special education certification
• At least four (4) years of successful special education teaching or educator experience preferred.
• Experience with IEP development and implementation is essential.
• At least two (2) years of demonstrated and effective leadership experience in an educational environment (preferably in a secondary setting).
• Experience working with diverse student populations, including those with moderate to severe disabilities preferred.
• Knowledge of special education laws and regulations and the ability to ensure compliance is essential.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple IEPs, student progress reports, and documentation requirements.
• Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to handle complex issues and make decisions quickly and effectively.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate the implementation of the special education program in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Ensure that IEPs are developed, implemented, and regularly reviewed for all students with disabilities.
• Monitor and assess the effectiveness of special education services and make adjustments as needed.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, support staff, and administrators to ensure that students with disabilities are included in the general education curriculum to the greatest extent possible.
• Provide support and guidance to special education teachers and other staff working with students with disabilities.
• Work with parents and guardians to keep them informed about their child's progress and address any concerns related to special education services.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and district policies related to special education services.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for students with disabilities, including IEPs, progress reports, and assessments.
• Coordinate and assist with student evaluations and reevaluations as required.
• Provide training and professional development opportunities for teachers and staff to enhance their knowledge and skills in working with students with disabilities.
• Stay informed on the latest research, best practices, and legal requirements related to special education.
• Support teachers in managing challenging behaviors and provide crisis intervention as necessary.
• Coordinate the allocation of resources and support services (e.g., speech therapy, occupational therapy) for students with disabilities.
• Ensure that students have access to appropriate assistive technology and accommodations.
• Conduct regular assessments of student progress and make recommendations for adjustments to instructional methods, accommodations, or supports.
• Prepare reports for district administrators, state agencies, and other stakeholders on the performance of the special education program.
• Assist in planning for the transition of students with disabilities from one grade level to the next, as well as preparing for post-secondary transitions.
• Collaborate with outside agencies (Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Division of Developmental Disabilities Services, Service Source, etc.) to ensure students receive essential transition services focusing on employment, post-secondary education or training, community participation and independent living.
• Collaborate with the school psychologist to determine if a student's behavior was a manifestation of their disability, requiring a review of the student's IEP, behavioral records, and relevant information.
• Act as the liaison with the State of Delaware, ensuring students with disabilities can take assessments with necessary accommodations, including submitting accommodation requests.
• Request Accessible Instructional Materials (AIM) are learning materials to be converted into one or more specialized formats for use by students with print disabilities.
• Review special education records to ensure proper identification, evaluation, placement, funding, and compliance for students with disabilities.
• Collaborate with other Education Agencies to ensure special education records are complete and follow students when they transfer between schools.
• Other duties as assigned.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all required background checks and clearances.

The salary scale for this position is here (teacher scale):

https://www.woodbridgeblueraiders.com/page/salary-scales

Benefit information is available here: https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/education/index.shtml

Visit our website for more information: https://www.woodbridgeblueraiders.com/page/human-resources

APPLY HERE:

Internal Candidates:

Apply on Frontline and submit a letter of interest and one letter of recommendation dated within the last two (2) years.

External Candidates:

Complete an online application on Frontline and submit a letter of interest, updated resumé, and a minimum of two (2) letters of recommendation (up to three (3) letters are preferred) dated within the last two years. Additional references may be requested during the selection process. All documents may be attached to the online application.

Application Link: Click Here

WORKING CONDITIONS AND EXPECTATIONS:

This is a 10-month position based on a 188-day annual contract. Employees are expected to work 7.5 hours per day, consistent with the established school and district schedules. Responsibilities may include duties beyond instructional time, such as meetings, professional development, and school-related events. Employees are expected to maintain regular attendance, fulfill all assigned responsibilities, and demonstrate flexibility to meet the evolving needs of students, staff, and the district. This position will require additional workdays during the summer months beyond the standard school-year schedule.

ADA ACCOMMODATIONS DISCLOSURE: Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Woodbridge School District is required to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees with disabilities, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship. Qualified employees must have the requisite skills, experience, education, and licenses for the job, and must also be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

The Woodbridge School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees, applicants, visitors, or others, and does not deny access to educational or other services, based on any characteristic prohibited by law.

Inquiries about compliance should be made to the Title IX Coordinator: Kelley Kirkland, Administration Building 16359 Sussex Highway, Bridgeville, DE 19933. Phone (302) 337-7990.