PreK-5 Special Education Coordinator

PreK-5 Special Education Coordinator East Haven Public Schools - 3.4 East Haven, CT Job Details Full-time 1 day ago

Qualifications Special Education Certification Teaching Full Job Description JobID:

2234

Position Type:

Administration Date Posted:

4/30/2026

Location:

Districtwide Date Available:

05/09/2026

Closing Date:

07/01/2026

Job Title:

PreK-5

Special Education Coordinator Reports To:

Director of Pupil Services Location:

Districtwide Salary:

Pursuant to Coordinator Position in

Administrator Contract Education:

Special Education Certification 092 CT Administrative Certificate Sixth year from an accredited college or university This position is a full time position

Qualifications:

Minimum of five (5) years of teaching experience in Special Education or Related Service field with demonstrated leadership skills

Position Definition:

The purpose of this position is to address the duties and responsibilities that a large special education/504 population creates within a district. The Coordinator supports special education programs and services in compliance with all Federal and State policies and procedures as well as the mission statement and vision of the East Haven School District. The Coordinator will serve as a resource to parents and school personnel to ensure continuous benefits form educational opportunities.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Provides professional leadership to selected programs in special education Provides ongoing assessment of the special education needs of students for programming and budgetary purposes Analyzes district needs and coordinates professional development programs in special education and regular education for students with disabilities Coordinates the provision of related services for Out of District and Magnet School Students Assesses, coordinates and makes recommendation for special education transportation for students at APSEP's Provides leadership in determining student eligibility for district programs, APSEP's and/or referral to community and state agencies Maintains up to date knowledge of special education law, policy and procedures Implements strategies for maintaining a high level of communication between all stakeholder-students, parents, school staff and pupil services and community agencies/paraprofessional Upholds and promotes goals and objectives of the Superintendent of Board of Education Demonstrate an on-going interest and participation in professional learning Maintains confidentiality regarding personnel and student information Perform other tasks and responsibilities as delegated by the

Director of Pupil Services and Special Education Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Classified Personnel Physical and Mental Demands/Work Environment The physical demands and environmental characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to see and read objects closely, such as reading/proofreading a report, using a computer monitor, filing and/or retrieving information from a filing system Ability to hear normal sounds with background noise, as in using a telephone or radio, distinguish verbal communication and communicate through speech, including radio. Ability to learn and acquire an understanding of new information, methodologies and techniques and how they apply to school goals and operations Ability to work in an office or school settings (indoors and outdoors) subject to interruptions and heavy work volume expectations May be exposed to changing temperatures and weather, humidity, noise and dust Ability to get from one location in the office of work sites(s) to other locations in primary office or work sites Ability to sit for long periods of time while working on a computer May be exsposed to changing temperatures and weather, humidity, noise and dust Ability to reach, bend, and push/pull or lift objects less than thirty (30) pounds Ability to perform manipulative skills such as writing, collating, using a keyboard and/or calculator with speed and accuracy for long periods of time Ability to concentrate on detail an issue with some interruption, pressure and changing priorities Memory to perform multiple and diverse tasks over long periods of time and the ability to remember information that has been previously learned Ability to use knowledge and reasoning to solve routine problems Ability to learn and apply new information, technology and legislation applicable to departmental activities Ability to distinguish between public and confidential information and handle appropriately Disclaimers The job description lists typical examples of work and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to a position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification. This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Connecticut requires that any person (teachers, administrators, special service staff members, teachers' aids, custodians, cafeteria employees, etc.) who is hired by a local or regional board of education submit to a state and national criminal history record check within the first 30 days of the date of employment. The process includes the checking of fingerprints by the State Police bureau of Identification and the F.B.I. The results of the criminal history record checks (both state and federal) are reported to the employing school district. If the district receives notice of a conviction of a crime by a person holding a certificate, authorization or permit issued by the State Board of Education, the district shall notify the Bureau of Certification and Professional Development. East Haven Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, females, handicapped, and veterans are encouraged to apply.