Special Education Coordinator

The Virtual Preparatory Academy of Missouri at Atlanta is a K-12 tuition-free online public school in the state of Missouri. At VPA Missouri, we empower students to be their best by enabling them to learn in ways that are right for them – using innovative technology at home, at their proper level, and at their own pace.

With a network of 100 charter schools and growing, ACCEL Schools employs a diverse staff of passionate administrators and educators who value research-based practices and a desire to grow as professionals. We work tirelessly to raise student achievement, regardless of historical barriers, while committed to participating in ongoing professional development, job embedded instructional coaching, and embracing a growth mindset.

• 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 maintenanceofallspecial 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 professionalmatters
• 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 alldocumented 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

• Bachelor’s Degree minimum, Master’s Degree preferred
• Active Special Education License in Missouri
• 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 tests
• Physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds

“We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances.” – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder

ACCEL Schools is a network of 100+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational…