Special Education Inclusion Coach

Special Education Inclusion Coach

Bethany Community School has a need for a grant funded full-time Special Education Inclusion Coach for the  school year.

Duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Support teachers in writing high quality, rigorous IEP aligned to state and national standards.
• Conduct ongoing reviews of IEPs and procedures.
• Provide consultation to teachers on matters related to differentiated instruction and providing accommodations.
• Prepare and present assessment data and a summary of findings for PPT, case review, data team, and grade-level meetings, as required.
• Communicate student progress effectively to staff, parents, and students.
• Serve as a coach for teachers to model and advise on effective instructional practices.
• Assist in the selection of instructional models, materials, resources, and educational software programs for the Special Education Department.
• Assist in the development of the special education budget and budget requests
• Process purchase orders and receipt for instructional materials.
• Maintain an inventory of instructional materials and resources.
• Recommend, develop and deliver professional learning activities that align with District/School goals.
• Collect, organize, analyze, and present school-wide and grade-level assessment data.
• Participate in Kindergarten Screening and assist with the analysis to identify students needing support.
• Assist with the training and administration of state standardized testing.
• Assist in the design and evaluation of the District/School MTSS process.
• Provide MTSS process support, as needed.
• Provide individual and/or small group support designed to meet the needs of students as needed.
• Monitor student progress by compiling and analyzing data utilizing a variety of monitoring tools.
• Administer formal and informal diagnostic assessments, as needed.
• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons using a variety of scientific research-based resources and materials, including educational technology and software programs.
• Use technology to chart frequency, outcomes, and student progress.
• Compile data, maintain files, and monitor student progress.
• Utilize student achievement data to make instructional decisions.
• Provide timely reports to the Director of Special Services, Curriculum, and Instruction and
• Assist the Director of Special Services, Curriculum, and Instruction with the development of budget requests.
• Provide professional development to staff on various intervention strategies, programs, and progress monitoring tools.
• Provide direction for the design and maintenance of the Special Education website.
• Attend meetings outside of the normal workday, as needed.
• Establish and maintain appropriate behavior standards for students.
• Chair and attend PPT meetings as an administrative designee
• Finalize IEPs and ensure compliance to established timelines
• Review progress marks and provide feedback to teachers
• Demonstrate strong classroom management skills.
• Keep abreast of current topics in education.
• Participate in continuing professional development and additional training, as required.
• Collaborate with other districts.
• Attend regional special education councils, as required.
• Proficient use of employee technology resources in accordance with District policies and procedures (e.g., email, District web applications, online training, etc.).
• Proficient use of instructional technology to meet students' needs (e.g., SMART Boards, assistive technology, computers, educational software platforms, etc.).
• Comply with state and federal mandates, Board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Promote and maintain confidentiality regarding records and documentation.
• Comply with the Connecticut Code of Professional Responsibility for Teachers.
• Other duties as assigned by Director or Superintendent

Qualifications:

• Comprehensive Special Education, PreK–12 Certification(165), required
• Intermediate Administration or Supervision Certificate (092), preferred
• Coaching experience preferred
• Evidence of effectiveness in improving academic achievement for students assessed as being below proficiency in reading and/or mathematics.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Demonstrated personal growth and professional development.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current trends and research related to the theory and practice of intervention in literacy and mathematics for students in need.
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills.

The Bethany Community School is an elementary school (grades PK to
6) located in central Bethany on an extensive rural campus. The school offers a supportive leadership team and staff and extensive instructional resources.