Regional Special Education Coordinator

<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">ACCEL Schools is a K-12 education management organization that believes in creating successful schools one child at a time.&nbsp; The organization is growing, and the work environment is fast-paced.&nbsp; We work tirelessly to raise student achievement, regardless of historical barriers, while committed to participating in ongoing professional development, job embedded instructional coaching, and embracing a growth mindset.&nbsp; The <strong>Regional Special Education Coordinator</strong> is crucial to their success.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">The <strong>Regional Special Education Coordinator</strong>, in collaboration with building leadership and school-based intervention teams, is responsible for special education compliance, implementation, and oversight.&nbsp; Daily tasks may include the following:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Coach provide feedback, and support Intervention Specialists.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Lead weekly intervention team meetings at each building within the <strong>Columbus</strong> area.&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Maintain special education master rosters and the timelines and tasks associated with them.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Provide technical guidance and support related to IDEA and its implementation.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Provide bi-weekly <strong>on-site</strong> support at each of the assigned buildings.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Attend relevant trainings offered by county agencies and the department of education to stay current on regulations and best practices</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Develop and facilitate professional development and training on varied Special Education topics</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Coordinate with school team to understand volume and needs of newly enrolling Special Education students, gather existing documentation, and assist with caseload management.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Review all Special Education documents, including IEPs, for compliance and quality and provide feedback and coaching to Intervention Specialists prior to IEP meeting</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Assist Intervention Specialists with complex parent communications as needed</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Monitor Intervention Specialist compliance with timelines and data collection</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Observe Intervention Specialists during instructional time with students and provide feedback (if requested)</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Communicate and collaborate with district administration on all things Special Education.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Collaborate with EMIS Coordinator/State Reporting Manager to ensure districts submit information into state and federal systems</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Liaison between the school and school sponsor and state for issues involving special education</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Provide support before, during, and after on-site and virtual audits</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Provide technical assistance and training for required items from ODE Special Education Profile</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Complete annual compliance documents from school sponsors and ODE with collaboration with school administration</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Serve as a resource to school leaders for special education staffing issues (communication/facilitation with vendors)</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Liaison/facilitator between schools and related service providers</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Participates in trainings and meetings held by the ACCEL Special Education team</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Perform other duties as assigned by Special Education Senior Director.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">About You:&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Current Ohio Special Education Teacher&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Minimum 3 years of experience providing special education services</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite Products</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Ability to handle confidential information responsibly and exhibit sound judgment while maintaining that confidentiality</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Demonstrates a reliable, dependable, and trustworthy work ethic</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Ability to manage difficult or emotional client situations</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Ability to make sound judgments after all available information has been gathered or communicated</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Demonstrates a mature attitude and insight into matters affecting department, self and / or company welfare</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Demonstrated leadership and management ability</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Excellent written and oral communication skills</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Ability to work well under pressure, effectively prioritizing and executing tasks to meet deadlines consistently</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Ability to learn new technologies and acquire new skills through independent study, professional training, and from more senior team members</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Ability to work independently and contribute to a team</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Understanding and ability to manage confidential information</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Compensation and Benefits:&nbsp;</strong><em>The compensation and benefits information below is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.</em></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">The annual starting salary for this position is between $68,000 – $74,000<strong>&nbsp;</strong>annually.&nbsp; Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">We offer the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, 10 paid holidays annually.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Paid Time Off: Paid Time Off to cover sick, vacation, and personal absences.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">We offer 4 unique health insurance plans to choose from that cover a wide range of deductibles and co- insurance levels. Our goal is to provide you with maximum choice in finding a plan that meets you and your family’s needs. Employees can choose from co-pay or High Deductible Health Plans.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">#LI-AB1</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>