Lead Teacher - Special Education; Pool Position

Special Education Performance and Compliance Specialist

Works collaboratively with others to achieve special education performance and compliance goals. Provides support with Individual Education Program (IEPs) plans such as evaluating development, monitoring, and implementation. Monitors and supports the compliance of schools with timelines, state and federal regulations and the appropriate instruction of students with disabilities ensuring access to the general education curriculum and related services. Possesses specialized expertise in instructional and behavioral supports for students with disabilities.

This position reports to the Director of Department of Exceptional Students or Coordinator of Exceptional Students.

Recommends, monitors, and supports instructional and behavioral strategies in the learning environment for students with disabilities. Provides support to teachers and school administrators in the effective implementation and monitoring of high-quality instructional programs to improve student achievement and outcomes. Demonstrates knowledge of the link between curriculum standards and IEP goals. Plans collaboratively with school instructional personnel to ensure quality curriculum delivery for students with disabilities.

Supports and monitors initiatives from the District Strategic Plan and School Improvement Plans.

Serves as a liaison to schools and parents in the identification, evaluation, and placement process of students with disabilities. Facilitates communication with parents and IEP teams to support processes and procedures and consults and collaborates with parents, teachers, administrators, and other support professionals regarding student performance and educational programming for students with disabilities. Follows federal program components to ensure compliance with IDEA and ESSA requirements.

Conducts school visits and state monitoring. Audits student records to provide guidance for the development and accountability of the IEP process and compliance. Models and provides professional learning on instructional techniques, legal compliance, process/procedures, and interventions. Provides continuous support to teachers in the development of their paraprofessionals by reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating their work in the learning environment.

All other duties, as assigned and required, in order to perform the above services.

Key job requirements include a bachelor's degree in special education or related field, with a master's degree in a related field preferred. At least three years of teaching experience or related educational experience providing services to students with disabilities in an educational environment and serving on District-level reform teams and/or initiatives is required. Must hold or be eligible for a Georgia Educator's Certificate in Special Education or related field issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission.

Educational Leadership certification is preferred.