Coordinator of Special Services Job Canyon area,Texas USA,Education / Teaching

Primary Purpose

Provide leadership, coordination, training, and instructional support for special education and Section 504 programs across the district. Support campuses and staff in implementing high-quality specially designed instruction, evidence-based practices, compliant IEP and 504 plan development, and effective instructional programming to improve outcomes for students receiving services and support.

Serve as a district leader in supporting teachers, administrators, and related service providers through coaching, professional development, systems development, program monitoring, and instructional collaboration.

Qualifications Education/Certification

Master’s degree in education or related field
Valid Texas teaching certificate
Special Education certification required
Texas administrator certification preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge of IDEA, TEA regulations, and special education compliance requirements
Strong understanding of specially designed instruction, accommodations, modifications, progress monitoring, and instructional best practices for students with disabilities
Knowledge of inclusive practices, behavior supports, dyslexia, transition services, and intervention systems
Ability to analyze instructional and compliance data to support campus decision-making
Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and collaboration skills
Ability to develop and deliver professional development and instructional coaching
Knowledge of data management systems and instructional technology platforms preferred

Experience

Minimum of five years of experience in special education
Experience supporting instructional programming and teacher coaching preferred
Campus or district leadership experience preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties Instructional Leadership and Program Support

Support campuses in implementing high-quality specially designed instruction for students receiving special education services.

Collaborate with campus administrators, instructional staff, and related service providers to improve instructional practices and student outcomes.

Support instructional programming for students in specialized settings, including TLC, ECSE, inclusion, resource, behavior support, and transition programs.

Support campuses in the implementation and monitoring of Section 504 processes, accommodations, and compliance requirements.

Assist teachers with IEP development, PLAAFPs, goal writing, accommodations, progress monitoring, and instructional planning.

Develop, maintain, and refine district-wide instructional systems, templates, forms, and resources related to special education programming.

Create and support schedules of services and individualized student support systems.

Monitor instructional programming and classroom implementation to ensure effective practices and alignment with district expectations.

Provide live instructional modeling, coaching, and support for new, struggling, or developing teachers.

Support curriculum adaptation, modified instruction, and cooperative learning practices for students with disabilities.

Promote district-wide understanding and implementation of specially designed instruction (SDI).

Professional Development and Training

Coordinate and facilitate special education training opportunities, including New Employee Orientation, First Year Teacher Academy, Second Year Teacher Academy, Foundations/New Employee Academy, and other district professional learning opportunities.

Facilitate professional development sessions for teachers, administrators, nurses, diagnosticians, LSSPs, speech staff, related service providers, and campus teams.

Train staff in student data monitoring systems, IEP development, accommodation tracking, and progress monitoring procedures.

Provide ongoing coaching and support for ARD procedures, instructional practices, and compliance expectations.

Develop and facilitate district special education academies, PLCs, and instructional support opportunities.

Support onboarding and mentoring of new special education staff and campus instructional leaders.

Provide training and guidance to campus staff and administrators regarding Section 504 procedures, accommodations,…