Job Description:

JOB GOAL: Facilitate the implementation and delivery of special education services and the documentation of those services at the assigned school site(s) to be incompliance with state and federal guidelines and district policies.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

•  Schedule IEP meetings and invite all appropriate IEP team members in a timely fashion
• Complete the IEP document according to state and federal regulations and district policy
• Chair referral, initial, annual reviews, special reviews and transitional PPTs
• Complete any other required paperwork as requested by the office of the Director of Special Student Services or building administrator
• Act as liaison between parents, students and staff and the district to promote effective communication and facilitate positive relationships
• Meet all required reporting and other timelines as required
• Oversee the modifications/accommodations as required by each student’s IEP to make sure all appropriate staff is informed and are implementing those modifications and accommodations
• Oversee site special education programs to make sure they are appropriate and report any concerns to the building administrator &/or the Director.
• Assure that all required progress reports from school staff are completed and sent to the Special Student Services Office according to reporting deadlines. Report any difficulties to site administrator for resolution
• Act as a resource to staff regarding special education issues
• Assure that all IEP’s and evaluations are current and in compliance
• Provide peer coaching for new special education teachers
• Train paraeducators.
• Consult with building-based teams to problem-solve on the academic and/or behavioral concerns of students.
• Maintain appropriate files and confidentiality
• Attend facilitator meetings and trainings as requested in order to remain knowledgeable about current regulations and policies
• Hold informational meetings for site special education staff under the supervision and direction of administration
• Review and assign caseloads for school site staff as appropriate and as directed by administration
• Make provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence
• Attends staff meetings and serves on committees as appropriate to the individual school site or district
• Give support to parents by providing resources to further the health and education of their child
• Collaborates with all outside therapists (physical, occupational, psychologists, counselors) and government agencies that are involved in the student’s life.

Terms of Employment:
Salary and benefits commensurate with contractual commitments
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• BS or BA in Special Education, MA in Sped is preferred
• Valid/current Connecticut teaching license with appropriate endorsement.
• Such alternative to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable

Application Procedure:
Apply Online
http://www.danbury.k12.ct.us