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.
Special Education Quality Standards Coordinator Grade:
Education Grade 5 | EG-5 Tulsa Public Schools' existing salary schedules provide career increment adjustments based on education/experience and/or years of creditable service. For more information about the salary for this specific position, please review the Salary Schedule for the corresponding Salary Grade (listed above). For more information on our comprehensive benefits packages, please visit our Compensation and Benefits website.
Position Summary:
The Special Education Quality Standards Coordinator ensures the district's adherence to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and other state and federal regulations governing special education. Reporting to the Director of Compliance, the Coordinator monitors, audits, and verifies that special education services and documentation meet legal requirements, and provides training, guidance, and technical assistance to school-based teams to sustain compliance and improve outcomes for students with disabilities. This is a non-supervisory professional role.
Key Functions:
Ensure district compliance with IDEA and other applicable federal and state laws governing special education. Conduct regular audits of Individualized Education Program (IEP) documents and processes to verify compliance with legal requirements. Monitor timelines and processes for IEP development, evaluations, and reevaluations to prevent compliance violations. Provide training and technical assistance to school-based teams on IDEA requirements, compliance protocols, and best practices. Analyze special education compliance data to identify trends and recommend improvements. Serve as a liaison between the district and state agencies on compliance matters.
Minimum three (3) years of teaching experience in special education. Lead teacher experience preferred.
Licenses and Certifications:
Oklahoma teaching certification in special education required, held at the time of hire.
Valid Driver's License Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
In-depth knowledge of IDEA and the state-adopted special education records system and associated regulations. Expertise in compliance auditing, monitoring, and reporting. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve compliance issues efficiently. Excellent communication, collaboration, and training-facilitation skills. Ability to analyze data to identify trends, ensure accuracy, and recommend actionable improvements. Proficiency in relevant software tools for data management and documentation.
About Our District:
At Tulsa Public Schools, our mission is to inspire and prepare every student to love learning, achieve ambitious goals, and make positive contributions to our world. We are the destination for extraordinary educators and staff who work with our community and families to ignite the joy of learning and prepare every student for the greatest success in college, careers, and life. Our core values of equity, character, excellence, team, and joy guide how we work and interact with each other and our community.
