Special Education Coordinator

Special Education Coordinator

Location:

Denton, Texas

Reports to:

Director of Special Education

Position Type:
Full-Time

Classification:
Exempt, Full-Time

Starting Date:
July 1, 2026

Salary:
Minimum $81,977 (Professional/Administrators Pay Family)

• Job
• Final date to receive applications:
  May 16, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
• Posted:
  May 06, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date:
  July 1, 2026

Provide leadership in the development, implementation, and monitoring of IEPs, evaluation processes, and Child Find initiatives. Promote the academic and functional success of students with disabilities by supporting educators, administrators, and families to create inclusive environments and ensure FAPE in LRE.

• Master’s degree in education
• Valid Texas teaching certificate issued by State Board for Educator Certification
• Special education certification
• Administrative certification (preferred)
• Five (5) years as a special education teacher (preferred)
• Three (3) years of leadership experience (preferred)
• Demonstration of leadership and collaboration with other district supervisory personnel
• Experience providing professional development to adult‑learners

• Comprehensive knowledge of federal and state laws governing special education, including IDEA, Section 504, and Texas Education Code
• Experience developing, implementing, and monitoring Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to ensure compliance and effectiveness
• Proven ability to manage the Full and Individual Evaluation (FIE) process, including timelines and procedures, in alignment with state regulations
• Hands‑on experience conducting or overseeing eligibility determinations for special education services
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience in a special education setting, including supporting educators and paraprofessionals
• Familiarity with Child Find initiatives and processes to identify and evaluate students needing special education services
• Expertise managing behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and addressing disciplinary matters for students with disabilities in compliance with IDEA regulations
• Experience coordinating multi‑disciplinary teams and leading Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) committee meetings
• Strong background in data analysis and progress monitoring to evaluate the effectiveness of instructional strategies and interventions
• Knowledge of transition planning services and support for secondary students moving toward post‑secondary education or employment
• Familiarity with sensory, cognitive, and specific learning disabilities, including implementing accommodations and modifications
• Ability to provide professional development and training to staff on special education topics such as compliance, instructional strategies, and behavior management
• Experience using data‑driven decision‑making tools for program improvement and continuous compliance monitoring
• Proficiency in managing communication with parents, guardians, and stakeholders to foster collaboration and resolve conflicts
• Advanced problem‑solving, organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

• Develop and maintain a positive, supportive, and collaborative relationship with parents, special education teachers, paraprofessionals, campus and district administrators, special education support staff, the special education leadership team, and external entities
• Meet regularly with assigned campus administrators and teachers to ensure the effectiveness of campus special education programming and services
• Collaborate with diagnosticians, psychologists, and related service providers to support comprehensive and accurate evaluations
• Serve as a liaison between campus and district personnel, providing clear and consistent communication to support special education initiatives
• Collaborate with staff to develop and oversee transition plans for students moving between campuses for specialized program placements, transitioning from early childhood programs to school‑aged services, or moving from high school to post‑secondary education, employment, or community‑based services. Ensure coordination with receiving…