Education ​/ Teaching Coordinator, Education Administration

REPORTS TO:

Director of Special Programs

Instruction

NON-EXEMPT: X

Responsible for overseeing service delivery to students under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), implementing district procedures for federal mandates regarding 504, and providing training and technical assistance to school staff and administration.

• Facilitates the implementation of the school board-approved Section 504/ADA policy.
• Develops, continually revises and ensures the implementation of consistent Section 504 procedures.
• Provides ongoing training and support to district staff regarding Section 504 and the implementation of the Section 504 procedures.
• Collects and maintains all Section 504 data (504 plans, lists of eligible students, discipline records) for future reference.
• Continually monitors the implementation of 504 plans and advises building principals when plans are not fully implemented.
• Continually monitors the reduction of architectural barriers for individuals with disabilities.
• Serves as a daily resource to district administrators, building-level teams, and community members regarding Section 504/ADA issues.
• Advises building principals regarding any unresolved parent/student matters, including disputes over accommodations, harassment claims, or related issues.
• Coordinates Section 504/ADA grievance procedures.
• Serves as the school district’s liaison to the Office for Civil Rights. (OCR complaint resolution and corrective action plan implementation.)
• Advises the district superintendent and school board regarding Section 504/ADA compliance issues and needs.

• Maintains compliant building records and documentation for all eligible students.
• Ensures the implementation of Section 504 procedures in the building.
• Coordinates referrals.
• Determines appropriate 504 team composition.
• Facilitates evaluation/eligibility determination.
• Provides notices and consents.
• Monitors the implementation of 504 plans.
• Schedules annual reviews of each 504 student.
• Ensures that 504 plans move with the student to the next level or new school.
• Ensures all Section 504 notices are properly posted.
• Advises the school administrator regarding discipline issues and procedures for Section 504 eligible students being considered for suspension or expulsion.
• Serves as a liaison between the school building and other district staff regarding Section 504 issues.
• Attends periodic district Section 504 meetings.
• Schedules annual reviews for 504 Plans and three-year re-evaluations.

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• Excellent interpersonal relations skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong decision-making, problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, superintendent directives, building and departmental procedures.
• Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with all people, including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
• Willingness to contribute to cultural diversity for educational enrichment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.

• Educational experience required and administrative experience preferred.
• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Appropriate certification required.

• Computer
• Adding machine/calculator
• Photocopy machine
• Variety of technology

• Possess visual acuity and stamina to work at a computer monitor for at least part of each day.
• Possess sufficient strength to lift boxes that weigh up to 50 pounds and be able to move them as far as 50 feet.

• Work in air conditioned building.
• May have occasional exposure to weather extremes.