Out Of District Coordinator, Student Services

Out of District Coordinator, Student Services Reports To: Director of Student Services Supervises: Special Education Staff

The professional duties of the Out of District Coordinator are outlined, but not limited to, the following job description.

Management of Staff: Hires, observes, supervises and evaluates special education staff designated by the Director of Special Services within the consistent and systematic approach embedded in the new teacher evaluation system.

Provides training and professional development opportunities for general education and special education staff (school and district level staff, PLC groups) in areas such as: federal and state regulations, District procedures, disability awareness, interdepartmental agencies, IEP development, etc. Management of Programs/District Procedures: Oversees the ongoing budget costs and projected costs relative to the out-of-district programs throughout the school year and prepares related reports for the School Committee and Finance Committee.

Monitors referrals to out-of-district placements, and when appropriate, helps to develop in-district specialized programming and assists the Director of Student Services in building capacity within the schools to support students so that they may remain within district and/or to return from out-of-district programs. Attends all regularly scheduled meetings with the Student Services Administrative Team as convened by the Director of Student Services. Assists with the planning and preparation of ESE (Elementary and Secondary) indicators and reviews by implementing and supporting the procedures as outlined in the policy and procedure manual.

Assists in overseeing the ESY (Extended School Year) programming during the summer. Assist in the preparation of the special education budget for the subsequent fiscal year. Monitor student progress reports, attendance, Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) and report cards for each student.

Works with outside state agencies in collaboration with the school team and coordinate interagency communication (i.e. Department of Children and Families (DCF), Department of Mental Health (DMH), and Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC). Oversees the monitoring and implementation of required special education procedures regarding evaluation, placement and related monitoring. Assist with related transportation issues.

Coordinate and review with Danvers Guidance Department out-of-district student transcripts to ensure graduation requirements have been met. Other duties as designated by the Director of Student Services. IEP Process:

Serves as the out-of-district liaison for students placed in out-of-district programs and ensures a systematic and consistent approach to the development of IEPs (Individual Education Plans) that are written to meet federal and state standards and student needs. Manages complex and challenging cases, as designated by the Executive Director of Special Services, by maintaining effective and professional contact with parents, staff, advocates and outside evaluators. Manages special education processes by facilitating and chairing team meetings for students in out-of district placements.

Assessment of Performance: Annual goals review and accomplishment review Assessment by supervisor

Full time benefited employees at the Danvers Public Schools are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package offered through the Town of Danvers. Click HERE for a highlight of these benefits.

Additional Information:

The Danvers Public School District is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in education and employment. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, or homelessness in the administration of its educational policies, employment policies, and other school-administered programs and activities.

Application Instructions:

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, transcripts, Valid Massachusetts Educator License as a Special Education Administrator, and 3 current professional references. Resume review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.