Special Education Compliance Coordinator

Special Education Compliance Coordinator

Leavenworth U.S.D. #453 • www.usd453.org

Purpose and Objectives of the Position:

The coordinator is responsible for facilitating and coordinating the compliance of Individual Education Plans- annual reevaluation compliance- and initial evaluation compliance. He/she will coordinate with outside agencies concerning student and school issues.

Qualifications:

• Current Kansas State Teaching or Related Service provider license.

• Master degree preferred.

• Three years certified teaching or related service provider experience.

• Such alternative to the above qualifications as the board finds appropriate and ?acceptable.

Performance responsibilities:

• Communicate effectively with district staff.

• Assures screening process is complete and that timelines meet with compliance.

• Reviews transfer IEP's and complete acceptance paperwork.

• Arranges meetings with staff and parents to review assessments and make decisions regarding diagnostic- program recommendations- and placements.

• Coordinates with other districts to attempt to gain needed records.

• Assures case record reviews are completed. Monitors special education caseloads.

• Conducts workshops for special and regular education teachers as needed.

• Monitors and adheres to expiration dates and reevaluation dates for students with active IEP's and Section 504 plans.

• Assures special education process complies with IDEA- State Compliance Manual- Standards Manual- and the District Special Education Compliance Plan in the building(s) assigned.

• Maintains compliance and training for Section 504 matters.

• The employee contributes to safe and orderly work areas.

• Fosters a safe and orderly environment for students and peers.

• Takes appropriate action when students and peers exhibit emotionally/physically distressed behaviors.

• Supervises other personnel as assigned.

• Establishes safety procedures for supervised staff

• The employee works to help ensure student achievement.

• The employee will help develop school climate and conditions that help ensure maximum student achievement.

• The employee will assist with student mentoring when assigned.

III. The employee builds positive school/community relations.

• Supports the mission of the school and district.

• Facilitates cooperation between all persons in the school community.

• The employee works to develop constructive peer and student relationships.

• Supports use of appropriate communications skills.

• Supports development of thinking skills.

• Follows all district policies- handbooks- and regulations.

• The employee works to develop effective and efficient performance.

• Sets high expectations for self

• Uses a variety of materials- activities and approaches appropriate to the needs of the position.

• Develops and monitors plans and goals to improve individual performance.

• The employee practices responsible fiscal- facility- and resource management.

• Procures supplies and equipment following building budget guidelines.

• Establishes guidelines that ensure the care and maintenance of district facilities and equipment.

VII. The employee models positive professional attributes.

• Participates in professional activities to enhance knowledge and skills.

• Uses written and spoken language well.

• Maintains positive contact with supervisors and peers.

• Handles work in a timely and effective manner.

• Maintains physical and skill requirements necessary to meet job responsibilities.

Other Duties

• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor and in accordance with

USD 453 Board of Education policies.

Knowledge- Skills- and Abilities Required:

• Ability to work cooperatively and constructively with others- including the ability to communicate effectively with a broad number of audiences.

• Ability to manage job responsibilities and to meet the established district outcomes.

• Ability to use necessary district-identified computer hardware and software- and other district-provided technology.

• Ability to physically adapt to the compressed time schedule of a school day and year.

• (Other alternatives as set by the Board of Education.)

Terms of Employment: Teacher Contract

Reports To: Director of Special Education

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the USD 453 Board of Education's policy on Evaluation of Personnel.

https://leavenworth453.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=3145

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Employer Information

Leavenworth is the first city in the State of Kansas and blends the best of urban proximity to hometown living. Leavenworth is nestled in the rolling hills on the west bank of the Missouri River, only minutes away from the greater Kansas City metropolitan area. It is an exciting time in Leavenworth with facility expansion and upgrades taking place as a result of the community`s support of a $36.7 million bond issue.

Leavenworth schools offer greater diversity than many schools in the area due in part to the international officers attending the Command and General Staff College at Fort Leavenworth and the Foreign Exchange Program. Enrollment in the district is approximately 4,000 students. Leavenworth has modern and technology-embedded classrooms structured with three PreK-4th grade elementary schools, a 5th-6th grade intermediate & 7th-8th middle school educational campus, and a 9th-12th grade high school. Leavenworth High School boasts the oldest and most successful JROTC in the country, 16 AP classes, more military service academy appointments than any school in the area, and more than 50 clubs/sports/activities in which students may participate. Come join us in preparing every student for success in every classroom, every day.