Coordinator Student Services - Hanscom School

Position: Coordinator for Student Services - Hanscom School
Location: Lincoln

Coordinator for Student Services - Hanscom School

Anticipated start date:
June 1, 2026

Primary Purpose

The Coordinator for Student Services, under the supervision of the Director of Student Services is responsible for the design, development and implementation of special education process and programing to meet the varying learning needs of the students in their assigned schools.

Contractual Relationship

Reports directly to the Director of Student Services and negotiates an individual employment contract with the Superintendent in accordance with applicable School Committee guidelines and Massachusetts statutes.

Organizational Relationship

The Coordinator for Student Services supervises and coordinates the activities of the faculty and staff assigned to the special education department and is responsible for the implementation of the instructional program at the building level in accordance with School Committee policies, State and Federal regulations, and Administrative regulations.

Responsibilities

1. Oversee and manage the special ed process and site-based programming and process for special education and student services.

a. Facilitate and manage the pre-referral, referral, evaluation and placement process for all special education students.

b. Serve as the TEAM Chair for all initial referrals, three-year reevaluation meetings, out-of-district meetings and all other TEAM meetings, as assigned by the Director of Student Services.

c. Ensure compliance with all sepcial education timelines and practices, as well as with documentations. Review and sign all special education IEP's and other documentations.

d. Provide information to all faculty and staff regarding updates in regulations, mandates, processes and procedures to ensure currency with special regulations and policies.

e. Consult to faculty, related service providers and parents on matters relating to special education

f. Develop student services programs to meet the needs of students.

g. Serve as the school's liaison to other agencies serving students with special needs.

h. Supervise teachers and support thier needs in relation to the modification of instructional programs and assessments.

i. Support the Principals with modifications to and administration of standardized assessments for students with special needs, i.e., MCAS.

j. Coordinate out-of-district referrals and placements for students as well as to act as a liaison and monitor out-of-district students.

k. Assist TEAMs with placement decisions to ensure access to all programs and curricula for students with special needs.

l. Consult with Instructional Support Teams as necessary.

2. Provide effective personnel management and supervision:

a. Supervise, and evaluate special education faculty and support personnel in accordance with evaluation procedures established by the district and as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools

b. Work with Principals and the Administrator for Student Services, to recommend candidates for appointment by the Superintendent of Schools.

c. Schedule/coordinate and facilitate regular department meetings for Special Education faculty and staff, develop agenda with Principals and the Dircetor of Student Services, and keeps minutes.

3. Monitor compliance with special education regulations

a. Monitor the school's special education process and ensures compliance with State and Federal regulations, School Committee policies and district procedures.

b. Assist the Director of Student Services with the development of required reports regarding special enrollment and programming as required.

c. Maintain a current list and description of program options available for students with special needs.

d. Review and sign IEPs and manages the school's special education programs, including recommended Extended School Year services.

e. Maintain all school level special education records.

f. Support child find activities.

4. Oversee the annual building based budget for the special education programs and work with the Director of Sepcial Education communicate budget related needs.

a. Prepare annual budget proposal, in collaboration with the Principals, for the operation of special education programs.

b. Manage the oversight of the special education department budget for assigned school and programs

6. Perform related duties as assigned by the Director of Student Services and/or Principals.

Qualifications

* Massachusetts certification as a Special Education Administrator

* Master's Degree. Evidence of study beyond Master's Degree preferred

* Experience as an elementary or middle school teacher or related service provider and administrator; experience as a team chairperson preferred

* Effective interpersonal and leadership skills; experience facilitating communication between divergent groups and in consensus decision-making

* Demonstrated success in the development, evaluation, and implementation of both elementary and middle school curriculum and instruction

* Effective administrative and management skills

* Excellent speaking…