Special Education Coordinator

OHDELA (Ohio Distance and Electronic Learning Academy) is a tuition-free, K-12 online school dedicated to transforming education through a state-of-the-art virtual experience. We offer a flexible, standards-aligned curriculum delivered by highly qualified teachers, providing 24/7 access to learning. As a premier online academy, we tailor our instruction to meet the unique needs of every student—from advanced learners to those seeking a safe, bully-free environment.

We are seeking a Virtual Special Education Coordinator who is dedicated to providing a superior education for all students! We are seeking candidates who are excited to create a rigorous and nurturing classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development.

Eligibility:
Open to all residents of Ohio

About the Opportunity:

• Oversight and development of innovative special education services to meet diverse student needs and ensure quality of education and compliance
• Contribute to the leadership team working as an active member ofthe
  
  Administrative
  
  Staff;assist in the development and training of the total school philosophy of special education
• Ensure maintenance ofallspecial education student records andfilesin accordance with timelines and guidelines as established by state law and the Department of Education best practices
• Suggest/developnewpolicies,procedures or changes essential to special educationprogramsand compliance
• Hold a reduced caseload of students
• Maintain compliance with paperwork and service time for the assigned caseload
• Maintain confidentiality concerning all student information and any professional matters
• Work with the teaching staff to improve standardized and proficiency testing results
• Assist in hiring and oversee the training of all Special Education staff
• Act as point of contact with all agencies providing related services to students, manage contracts and agreements related to services in collaboration with supervisor.
• Participate in ongoing training to enhance professional skills
• Provide resources for Special Education staff
• In collaboration with the Testing Manager, track and plan for provision of all documented student accommodations for state anddistricttesting
• Act as point of contact for outside agencies and service providers working with students
• Collaborate with the State Reporting Coordinator to ensure all data for Special Education students is accurately captured and reported
• Participate in such other activities as directed: faculty meetings (before or after school hours), open houses,commencement exercises, chaperone student activities,provide guidance for students, participate in professionallearningcommunities, studyandhelpresolveschool problems,andparticipateinthepreparationof courses of study -- these activities demonstrate valuable support forthe school
• Perform student home visits as required
• Serve as LEA/District Rep for special education meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned

About You:

• Bachelor’s Degree minimum, Master’s Degree preferred
• Proficient in computer applications, including MS Office Suite, Google applications, e-mail, and internet applications; excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Exhibit genuine care for children and a passion for teaching
• Strong ability to gather, analyze, and interpret student data to make sound educational decisions
• Exhibit flexibility with regard to decision-making, daily challenges, and job duties
• Has strong sense of integrity
• Has a “team player” attitude
• Ability to work in a diverse educational community setting
• Understanding of the community and student demographics
• Understanding of the RTI process
• Understand state proficiency testing as well as state teaching standards
• Satisfactory completion of state required criminal history check and health…