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Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District
PreK/Elementary Special Education Coordinator
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What they do
A Curriculum Specialist works in a public school district to coordinate curriculum. Works with teachers to develop curriculum that helps students learn effectively and meets state educational standards. Analyzes student assessment data, and chooses textbooks, educational materials, and new technologies to support teaching. May specialize in particular grade levels or subject areas, or education for specific groups of students such as English Language Learners.
$75,632 / year median in Massachusetts
Job Description
PreK/Elementary Special Education Coordinator Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District - 5.0 Wenham, MA Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications School experience Staff supervision Program design Team supervision Special education law School legal knowledge Instructional leadership in education Managing education teams Working with students Educational program evaluation Educational program planning Educational compliance and regulation understanding Full Job Description The Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District is seeking a 1.0FTE Special Education Coordinator to assist the Director of Student Services and Building Principals with oversight of special education and related therapies services and programming, PreK through Grade 5.
K-5:
Facilitate the eligibility determination process from referral to facilitation of the team meeting.
Facilitate the OOD Team Meeting process and monitors OOD students in accordance with MA DESE requirements.
Collaborate with Principals, Curriculum Leaders/Coaches, District Administrators, and general education teachers in monitoring the progress of students with disabilities, including implementation of special education programs and services. Coordinate and oversee the district Kindergarten Screening Process.
Assist in the hiring of department staff in accordance with district practices.
Schedule weekly coordination meetings with special education and related therapies staff at each elementary school.
Assist with the preparation of financial and programmatic reports required at the district, state, and federal levels as they relate to special education and related services. Assist in the development of the yearly department budget including staffing needs, instructional materials and resources, and professional development needs.
Attend administrative staff meetings, building-based meetings, and other professional meetings, as appropriate.
Facilitate professional development, as needed. Other duties as assigned by the Director of Student Services.
Scope of Responsibility:
The Special Education Coordinator is an instructional leader that creates, implements, maintains, and enhances learning opportunities for students with disabilities and supports cohesion between special education and general education to ensure that the educational needs of students with disabilities are met and they are fully included and engaged in the classroom environment and life of the school. The Coordinator provides support to building principals in the evaluation of special education and related services staff. The Coordinator must have a working understanding and knowledge of state and federal special education laws and regulations, and the ability to articulate district responsibilities regarding special education compliance.Additional Responsibilities:
PreK:
Liaison between Early Intervention Programs and district for children with disabilities turning 3. Attends transition planning meetings with EI for students turning 3.Ensure the timely evaluation and eligibility determination of students turning 3.Coordinate with the PreK Peer Coordinator for PreK screenings and Special Education Referrals. Work collaboratively with the PreK team to determine appropriate programming for students turning 3 through age 5.Work collaboratively with the PreK team to ensure the range of students' needs are being met.K-5:
Facilitate the eligibility determination process from referral to facilitation of the team meeting.
Facilitate the OOD Team Meeting process and monitors OOD students in accordance with MA DESE requirements.
Collaborate with Principals, Curriculum Leaders/Coaches, District Administrators, and general education teachers in monitoring the progress of students with disabilities, including implementation of special education programs and services. Coordinate and oversee the district Kindergarten Screening Process.
Assist in the hiring of department staff in accordance with district practices.
Schedule weekly coordination meetings with special education and related therapies staff at each elementary school.
Assist with the preparation of financial and programmatic reports required at the district, state, and federal levels as they relate to special education and related services. Assist in the development of the yearly department budget including staffing needs, instructional materials and resources, and professional development needs.
Attend administrative staff meetings, building-based meetings, and other professional meetings, as appropriate.
Facilitate professional development, as needed. Other duties as assigned by the Director of Student Services.