Special Education B.E.S.T. Coordinator (25/26) Position Available In Rutherford, Tennessee

Special Education B.E.S.T. Coordinator (25/26) Murfreesboro City Schools – 4.0

Murfreesboro, TN Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$56.9K – $104K a year 1 day ago Qualifications Teaching Certification Special education Organizational skills Classroom experience Senior level Leadership Communication skills Special Education Certification Teaching Full Job Description Murfreesboro City Schools Special Education B.E.S.T. Coordinator Special Education Department Revised on 3/25/25

Credentials:

Must have a current Tennessee teaching license in Special Education and successful classroom experience. Advanced degree required. Candidates must have specialized training and experience with the implementation of effective special education interventions.

Other Qualifications:

Must have leadership, organization, and interpersonal skills. Must have highly developed presentation skills. Must be able to plan and evaluate strategies for improving instruction. Must demonstrate the ability to maintain a positive professional working relationship with others. Must be knowledgeable about research-based instructional practices to build teacher capacity. Must be able to analyze multiple forms of data to establish goals targeting student achievement and growth. Must be a continuous learner who is creative, innovative, and able to build highly effective teams focused on student learning. Must represent the school and district well within the community. Must be able to follow and give directions, make decisions, analyze issues, problem solve, and create action plans. Must be a leader who can deal with diverse backgrounds, knowledge, and skills. Must have good verbal and written communication skills. Must be a leader dedicated to the development of the whole child, open communication, community partnerships and collaboration.

Physical Demands:

Must have and maintain physical, sensory, emotional, and mental abilities necessary for effective communication in person, in writing, and by telephone. Must have good memory; be able to organize thoughts and activities; do basic mathematical computations and articulate clearly. Must be able to provide own transportation during performance of duty. Must be emotionally mature and able to appropriately manage stress.

Essential Job Functions:

Under the direction of the Special Education Director and daily guidance of the building principals, the Special Education B.E.S.T. Coordinator will oversee the management of B.E.S.T. classrooms within their assigned schools. The primary role of the B.E.S.T. Coordinator is to support professional development, assist in planning, facilitate IEP meetings, and collaborate with staff, administration, district personnel, school counselors, social workers, and other support staff. This collaboration will focus on strategies and techniques to encourage positive behavior and social growth in students. The coordinator will also function as the liaison between school administrators, staff, and the process of entering the B.E.S.T. classroom. Demonstrate collaborative, intentional, and purposeful leadership. Oversee the daily operations of classrooms, ensuring teachers and staff have the necessary resources and support to create an effective learning environment. Ensure schedules are followed and classrooms are structured to promote productivity and learning. Offer continuous, job-embedded professional development opportunities. Exhibit effective behavioral strategies in practice. Monitor students’ academic and behavioral progress, collaborating with educators to develop and implement individualized strategies to address each student’s needs. Intervene as necessary to ensure students receive appropriate support, working closely with Special Education Specialists, Behavior Specialist, Guidance Counselor, Social Workers, and external agencies to support both students and teachers effectively. Ensure the BEST program adheres to all relevant educational laws and regulations. Maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation of student progress, IEP meetings, behavioral interventions, and other program-related activities. Support teachers in implementing Behavior Improvement Plans, safety plans, and other individualized behavior strategies for students. Assist teachers with maintaining a disciplined and orderly classroom with a climate, which welcomes students and encourages learning. Assist with gathering data gathering assessments, which will guide instruction to support progress in specific areas of deficit. Lead discussions with staff members, parents, and any to her IEP team members, regarding the explanation of data. Function as the LEA representative for IEP meetings related to the B.E.S.T. program. Set clear goals and strategies focused on student growth, regularly monitoring and adjusting progress to ensure continuous academic improvement. Collaborate with the principal, mentors, and district team to recruit, support, and develop effective educators, using student and educator outcomes as evidence. Function as the primary contact for school administrators regarding potential student placements in the BEST program. Cultivate positive relationships with schools to facilitate referrals and ensure smooth transitions for students. Provide constructive feedback to teachers and staff regarding implementation challenges. Ensure adherence to program standards and best practices to maintain high program effectiveness. Perform other duties as assigned. .

Staff Relationship:

Reports directly to the

Director of Special Education Terms of Employment:

S alary and benefits established annually. Ten and half (10.5) month employment. Exempt. Murfreesboro City Schools does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, gender, national origin, disability, religion, genetic information, creed, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in the provision of services, programs, activities, employment opportunities, or benefits. Murfreesboro City Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals who need reasonable accommodations for the application or hiring process should contact the Human Resources Department for assistance.