Coordinator of Special Education; COSE); SY

Coordinator of Special Education (COSE) [Tynan Elementary] (SY26-27)

Boston Public Schools Tynan Elementary - Boston, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job : 5903232

Final date to receive applications: Dec 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 26, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Title:

Coordinator of Special Education (COSE) - School Based

Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional
Coordinator of Special Education (COSE) who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, learners, and leaders. This is an exciting opportunity for teachers who desire to serve where their efforts matter. In BPS, the teachers and leaders are committed to the vision of high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, the achievement of academic proficiency for all students, and the closing of the achievement gap among subgroups within the schools.

BPS is a great place for those who seek to work in an environment that supports their creativity and innovation, and respects their skills and abilities as a teacher.

Reports to:

Principal/Head of School and Office of Special Education (OSE) Assistant Directors

Responsibilities

• Support the improvement of student outcomes and strengthen the engagement of families as partners
• Collaborate with the Principal/Headof school to:
  • provide a respectful and engaging school environment for ALL students
  • ensure that students with disabilities participate in the general education environment with their non-disabled peers per the IEP
  • provide and/or arrange professional development and support for special education teachers and related service providers.
• Coordinate and support the continuum of settings and an array of services for students with disabilities and students placed-at-risk
• Serve as liaison to and coordinate the work of outside agencies providing services to students in those schools without a Student Development Coordinator
• Engage families as partners in planning, problem-solving, and provide assistance with school assignments
• Support the development of culturally competent practice at all levels
• Collaborate with the Principal/Head of school in providing FAPE, LRE, and specialized instruction and services for students with disabilities, and differentiated instruction for all students
• Provide support to special education teachers regarding research-based and effective instructional and social-emotional