Special Education Program Coordinator - Compliance Coach

Special Education Program Coordinator - Compliance Coach 26-27

Position Type:

Special Education Services

Date Posted:

6/8/2026

Location:

District Office

Date Available:

07/06/2026

Closing Date:

When Filled

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Department:
Special Education

Reports to:

Director of Special Education

Salary: $70,000 DOE

Term: 230 Calendar (July 6, 2026 - June 18,2027)

Position Summary:

The Special Education Program Coordinator supports the Special Education Director by

providing professional leadership to organize, supervise and maintain an effective and IDEA

compliant Special Education Department at the assigned school. The coordinator will provide

direction in compliance by providing information and resources to others; reviewing files for

compliance; achieving defined objectives by planning, evaluating, developing, implementing and

maintaining compliance with established guidelines (IDEA, District policy); and serving as a

member of the special education leadership team.

Essential Functions:

* Possesses a clear understanding of the rules and regulations regarding IDEA.

* Supports and monitors special education staff for compliance with IDEA.

* Collaborates with internal and external personnel for the purpose of implementing and/or

maintaining services and programs.

* Compiles data from a wide variety of sources for the purpose of implementing policies and

procedures and/or monitoring program components.

* Facilitates meetings serving as a District representative.

* Creates and provides training and professional development for the purpose of necessary

department/program file compliance.

* Attend all administrative meetings as appropriate for the purpose of ensuring effective

communication between the building and district level teams.

* Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective

work environment.

* Assists in developing continuity of comprehensive programs and services.

* Observes students and classrooms and makes recommendations.

* Provides ongoing communication regarding special service programs to staff members and

parents.

* Informs the Director of Special Education of student progress, teacher and other personnel

effectiveness, and program development.

* Support building level special education teams as needed.

* Able to work in diverse environments, with frequent interruptions; and changing work

priorities.

* Ability to support facility needs at the building level.

Education/

Experience:

Bachelor's degree

Minimum of 5 years of special education teaching.

Demonstrated leadership and supervision experience.

Licenses and

Certifications:

Valid Arizona Special Education teacher certification

Valid DPS Fingerprint clearance card with IVP

Salary:

Salary dependent on experience and education

ADA Statement

Apache Junction Unified School District is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. In accordance with

the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the District will provide reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities to

ensure equal access to employment opportunities, essential job functions, and the benefits and privileges of employment. Individuals who require

accommodation are encouraged to contact Human Resources.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Apache Junction Unified School District does not discriminate based on age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including sexual

preference/identity), or disability in its employment practices.