Special Education Eligibility Coordinator

Special Education Eligibility Coordinator

Stride, Inc. is looking for a Special Education Eligibility Coordinator to join our Virginia Virtual Academy (VAVA). The position is full‑time, remote, and open to candidates who reside in Virginia or nearby states (Washington, DC and Maryland). This role is essential for ensuring compliance with federal, state, and district regulations while fostering collaboration among educators, families, and service providers.

• Lead the full eligibility process—intake, evaluation, eligibility meetings, IEP development, annual reviews, and reevaluations.
• Chair eligibility meetings and guide teams through RTI (Response to Intervention) procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation for timelines, eligibility determinations, IEPs, service trackers, FTE and other state/federal reporting.
• Ensure strict adherence to IDEA, Section 504, ADA, and state mandates. Conduct regular audits of records and procedures.
• Coordinate among teachers, administrators, specialists, parents, and external agencies to support student needs.
• Serve as the main point of contact for staff and parents regarding evaluations, eligibility, and dispute resolution.

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field.
• Virginia state certification required.
• Typically 2–5+ years in special education teaching or coordination; experience chairing eligibility/IEP meetings preferred.

Salary is determined by education, experience, qualifications, and other factors. Offers will typically fall in the bottom half of the market range. Benefits details are available upon request.

This is a virtual position. Candidates must have a professional home office and the ability to work independently for 40+ hours per week, usually 9‑5 or as defined by the school schedule.

Stride, Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Stride, Inc. complies with all legally required affirmative action obligations.

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• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Education and Training
• Industry: E‑Learning Providers