Coordinator Special Education Alternative Licensure

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Job Posting Title:

Coordinator•

Special Education Alternative Licensure Job Description:

Works with the Executive Director and Leadership Team of Special Education and Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment (CIA) Department to coordinate the district's work in designing, organizing, and supporting the DCSD Special Education Alternative Licensure Programs for new teachers. Works in collaboration with Special Education Leadership (Directors, Coordinators, Leads) to create cohesive special education professional learning for the district. Provides leadership and support, responding to the needs of Teachers, Teacher Leaders, Professional Learning Specialists (PLS), Building Leadership Teams (BLT), and leaders in the areas of curriculum, instruction, assessment and professional learning, especially related to alternative licensure and induction. May require travel around District using personal vehicle.

MINIMUM EDUCATION OR FORMAL TRAINING

• Bachelor's degree in education, Leadership or a related discipline.

Background in Special Education.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

• Three (3) years of teaching, leadership or administrative experience at a district or school level

LICENSES & CERTIFICATION

• CO Principal, Special Education, or other Administrator license or in progress of obtaining

SUPERVISORY DUTIES

• Supervises licensed and Classified staff

ESSENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Work is performed in a typical educational office setting with standard desk, equipment, fluorescent lighting, and a moderate noise level.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent sitting, with occasional bending, squatting, or standing
• Frequent use of hands, keyboarding and writing
• Vision, auditory and mental acuity within normal ranges
• Occasional lifting up to ten (10) pounds Position Specific Information (if Applicable):

Responsibilities:

Keep abreast of all new developments in areas of Alternative Licensure and ensure that state requirements are fully implemented. Work collaboratively with team members, departments, and schools to create and implement the DCSD Induction Program for newly hired licensed staff. Coordinate work in gaining and maintaining authorization status as a Designated Agency for alternative licensure. Lead the Alternative Licensure Advisory Committee. Develop and deliver a learning progression for various types of licensure through the Alternative Licensure Program. Maintain documentation such as attendance, assignments, transcript hours, etc. to ensure all alternative licensure requirements are met; or for induction participants, that all induction requirements are met. Work collaboratively with team members and departments to create and deliver content for alternative licensure in alignment with the teacher quality standards. Collaborate and communicate current information to school contacts and administrators, as well as all other stakeholder groups, concerning the DCSD Induction Program. Communicate with a variety of audiences through multiple media including email, newsletters, presentations, and other forums as necessary. Coordinate work in maintaining authorization as an approved induction provider by CDE. Coordinate with HR regarding employment/hiring and licensure process, etc. Develop and maintain mentor programs for alternative licensure and induction candidates.

Work Experience:

Three (3) years of teaching, leadership or administrative experience at a district or school level |

Not Required Certifications:

CO Administrator License

• Colorado Department of Education, CO Principal Licensure
• Colorado Department of Education, Special Education Generalist license

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Colorado Department of Education Education:

Bachelor's Degree Skills:

Ability to use general office equipment, Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to support positive outcomes, Effective oral and written communication skills, Maintains a generally positive attitude, Observes all District policies and procedures, Strong organizational and time management skills, Verbal and written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions

Position Type:

Regular Primary Location:

Wilcox One Year Only (Yes or No):

No Scheduled Hours Per Week:

24

FTE:

0.60

Approx Scheduled Days Per Year:

215 Work Days (260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)

Minimum Hire Rate:

$87,792.74

USD Annual Maximum Hire Rate:

$108,099.86

USD Annual Full Salary Range:

$87,792.74 USD

• $128,406.

98 USD Annual All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.

Benefits:

This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options. There is also a voluntary 403(b) savings plan with up to 4% District match for up to 5 years from date of hire.

Time Off Plans:

This position is eligible for paid off-track, sick and personal time. This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past: August 27, 2026 Proud to Be DCSD

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