Compliance​/MTSS Coordinator

Compliance/MTSS Coordinator

Jones County Schools Central Office - Trenton, North Carolina

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Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026

LOCATION: Jones County Public Schools

REPORTS TO: Director of EC and Student Services

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 11 months

SALARY: NC State Salary Schedule

AVAILABLE DATE: August 1, 2026

Final date to receive applications: Open until filled

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s Degree in Special Education or School Administration preferred) from an accredited college or university in teaching, behavioral sciences, or related fields. Must be certified to teach in the State of North Carolina and hold a current teaching license.

Five years of successful teaching experience (EC Teacher Preferred) and/or other relevant professional experience. Experience in a school or district leadership role preferred. Experience facilitating teams at both a school and district level.

Experience in planning and delivering professional learning for adults.

Experience with school based coaching. Knowledge of Exceptional Children and legal requirements of IDEA and NC MTSS implementation and understanding of MTSS as a framework for whole‑school improvement. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform effectively in the position.

• Monitor district compliance with IDEA, North Carolina Policies Governing Services for Children with Disabilities, and State Board of Education policies.
• Conduct internal compliance reviews and audits of EC records.
• Ensure procedural safeguards are implemented correctly.
• Monitor timelines for:
  • Initial referrals
  • Evaluations
  • Eligibility determinations
  • IEP development
  • Annual reviews
  • Reevaluations
  • Prior Written Notices
• Review documentation for legal compliance.
• Assist in corrective action planning following state monitoring or internal audits.

• Review Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for:
  • Compliance
  • Educational appropriateness
  • Measurable goals
  • Service alignment
  • Progress monitoring
  • Transition requirements
• Ensure IEPs align with present levels of academic and functional performance.
• Verify accommodations and modifications are appropriately documented.
• Ensure Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) decisions are properly justified.
• Provide feedback to case managers regarding improvements.

• Review EC records for completeness and accuracy.
• Monitor confidential records according to FERPA.
• Ensure required documentation is maintained.
• Support schools with record transfers.
• Assist with record requests and audits.
• Monitor electronic EC systems for data accuracy.

• Review evaluation reports for compliance.
• Ensure multidisciplinary evaluations meet IDEA requirements.
• Verify eligibility determinations are properly documented.
• Assist teams with complex eligibility decisions.
• Ensure evaluation timelines are met.

• Maintain accurate compliance data.
• Prepare reports for:
  • NCDPI
  • Federal reporting
  • Child Count
  • Indicator reporting
  • District leadership
• Analyze compliance trends.
• Develop action plans based on data.

• Participate on the MTSS District Implementation Team.
• Demonstrate effective communication across stakeholder groups.
• Utilize multiple modes of communication to disseminate relevant and cohesive information regarding MTSS implementation efforts.

• Aid in developing the infrastructures (including scheduling and teaming structures) necessary for district-wide implementation.
• Using knowledge of implementation science and IABS guidance, aid in developing a MTSS implementation plan to support the district and buildings within the district.
• Work collaboratively with the Educational Programs Department, Accountability Coordinator, Student Services Department, and Exceptional Children’s Department.
• Monitor process to ensure compliance, implementation fidelity, and adherence to district procedures, state guidelines, and federal regulations.
• Support implementation of MTSS through coaching,…