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Educational Team Leader Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School (PVPA) provides students with a supportive and challenging environment that is responsive to multiple learning styles, emphasizes learning through the arts, and integrates critical and creative thinking throughout the curriculum. PVPA prepares all of our students for higher education by employing a rigorous, standards-based curriculum in a nurturing and collaborative environment. At PVPA, we want each of our students to be successful in school and to go on to a fulfilling college experience. Our guiding mission at PVPA is to help students become more independent. We work with students to assume responsibility, not avoid it. The Academic Support Department contributes to these goals by: Establishing a positive learning environment Identifying and implementing services that address each student\'s individual learning style, strengths, and challenges Fostering feelings of empowerment that help students advocate on their own behalf and assume responsibility for their own learning. PVPA has an opportunity for a Special Education Team Leader (ETL) for the 2026-2027 school year. We are currently seeking highly qualified candidates for a full-time position managing the IEP process. Under the direction of the Director of Student Services, you will be responsible for: Serving as chairperson of IEP Team meetings Completing mandatory documentation paperwork from Team meetings Development/writing/review of Individualized Educational Plans Regular communication and collaboration with staff /administration involved in the Team process Collaborate with the special education liaisons, guidance counselors, and families to develop consents for evaluations based on the individual case Collaborate with personnel in the sending districts to help transition students with IEPs into PVPA Engage and partner with families involved in the IEP Team process Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with general education staff. Routine collaboration with Special Education support staff Maintain routine contact with the Student Services Office Attend school-wide trainings and Special Education department meetings Qualifications Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Special Education certification or similar certification Experience developing Individualized Educational Plans Knowledge and experience with transition planning Experience with culturally diverse populations Strong interpersonal, leadership, and facilitation skills Prior experience working with secondary students is desirable Excellent communication and organizational skills Demonstrated experience working with and implementing the special education evaluation process, parents\' rights, and current special education law and regulations

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\$66,836 - \$68,000 annually with potential for a bonus at the end of the fiscal year. 2026-2027 school year consists of 180 school days plus 5 professional development/curriculum work days and a thirty-five-hour work week. To apply, please visit the PVPA Career Center and be prepared to provide: A current resume Letter of interest/introduction Contact information for three references Transcripts indicating degrees awarded Evidence of licensure or any endorsements if applicable Active Filters Education Team Leader South Hadley, MA Clear All Apply