Cluster Coordinator​/Special Educaiton Department Head

Cluster Coordinator & Special Education Department Head

Posted: 5/12/2026 –

Location:

Fall River Public Schools

Position:
Special Education Cluster Coordinator / Department Head

Job Description:

The Cluster Coordinator supports students and staff in substantially separate programs across the district through consultation, modeling, coaching, and program development.

• A Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a major emphasis on Special Education, Social Work, or curriculum and instruction.
• Appropriate Massachusetts Licensure.
• Preference will be given to candidates who present evidence of substantial experience in classroom settings supporting students with disabilities.

• Assist classroom staff on establishing classroom structure/routines appropriate for their student population.
• Coach/mentor classroom staff on best practices in instruction and intervention for students with disabilities to close achievement gaps.
• Support teachers in developing lesson plans using the district-provided curriculum.
• Train and support classroom teachers in developing appropriate individualized education plans with measurable goals.
• Assist teachers in developing a system for progress monitoring and data collection.
• Facilitate appropriate PD and PLCs for disability strands.
• Support teachers in analyzing data (academic and behavior) and using data to inform instruction and intervention.
• Provide regular parent consultation and communication.
• Consult with related services providers to facilitate generalization into the classroom setting.
• Consult with BCBA to support behavior intervention in the classroom.
• Identify and maintain community-based partnerships to meet students’ academic, transition, and social-emotional needs.
• Facilitate inclusion opportunities for students as deemed appropriate.
• Oversee MCAS (standard, portfolio, and alternative) for students in the program.
• Support new student transition into the program.
• Conduct home visits as appropriate.
• Maintain safety care certification.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Office of Special Education.

The Superintendent of Schools reserves the right to waive a position qualification or determine that there is an acceptable alternative to that qualification. If the Superintendent intends to waive a qualification, such intent will be shared with the Fall River School Committee.

Reports To:

The Assistant Superintendent of Special Education or their designee.

Supervises:
Supervises and evaluates staff in special programs as directed.

FRPS Approved Job Description – Cluster Coordinator approved by SC 04.10.23

In accordance with the FRAA Bargaining Unit Contract. Employment is contingent upon job performance, program needs, and funding.

Until Filled

The Fall River Public School District is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status or active military status, mental illness, political affiliation, genetic information, or disability. All candidates are encouraged to apply.