Manager of Special Populations Compliance; SY

The RMP Promise

Rocky Mountain Prep is a movement of educators, families, scholars, and advocates committed to changing public education in Colorado by democratizing college access for historically marginalized students and families. We operate twelve college-preparatory schools serving students from early childhood through twelfth grade, and we are fundamentally a world‑class learning organization that invests deeply in every educator who joins us. Teachers engage in ongoing coaching and professional development, supported by clear expectations, transparent feedback, and opportunities to strengthen their craft and advance along individualized career pathways grounded in our PEAK values.

Rooted in a culture of rigor and love, RMP promises to coach, develop, and champion every team member so they can do their best work and grow as professionals, people, and leaders.

At Rocky Mountain Prep, compliance is a lever for equity, not just adherence. We ensure every student receives services that are legally sound, academically rigorous, and grounded in inclusive practices. Our approach prioritizes proactive systems, precise documentation, and continuous monitoring to guarantee fidelity to federal, state, and district requirements across Special Education, English Language Development (ELD), and Individualized Student Supports and Accommodations (ISA).

We invest in building the capacity of school teams through clear guidance, coaching, and training so that compliance translates into meaningful access to grade‑level content and individualized support for every scholar. By centering students and partnering with families, we uphold our commitment to inclusive, high‑quality education for all scholars.

• Monitor and audit IEPs, FBAs, BIPs, multilingual learner documentation, and student accommodation systems to ensure compliance with federal, state, and DPS requirements
• Lead school‑based systems to track IEP timelines, service delivery, multilingual learner compliance indicators, and accommodation implementation
• Oversee evaluation, re‑evaluation, amendment, and compliance processes to ensure procedural fidelity
• Maintain accurate records for state reporting, including December Count and audit submissions
• Partner with school leaders and student services teams to strengthen compliance practices across Special Education, ELD, and ISA systems
• Provide training and coaching to staff on special education law, documentation, multilingual learner compliance, and best practices for inclusive supports
• Collaborate with district authorize rs and external partners to ensure aligned implementation
• Identify compliance risks and proactively develop solutions to address gaps
• Serve as a strategic thought partner to network leadership on compliance systems and program integrity
• Demonstrate a willingness to pursue additional coursework and/or certification requirements related to multilingual learner programming and compliance support

• Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Knowledge of and experience with compliance systems, policies, procedures, and best practices related to Special Education, multilingual learners, and student supports
• Understanding of English Language Acquisition, inclusive instructional practices, and effective teaching practices for diverse learners and students with disabilities
• Strong ability to collaborate with school leaders, staff, and families to support compliance, equitable access to grade‑level content, and positive student outcomes

• Holds a Colorado teaching license or is currently eligible for one with the appropriate endorsement for this position
• Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education (CLDE) endorsement from an accredited college and/or coursework demonstrating understanding of English Language Acquisition and effective teaching practices with diverse learners preferred
• Candidates without a CLDE endorsement must demonstrate willingness to pursue required coursework and/or endorsement support aligned to the role responsibilities
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