Movement Schools is a rapidly growing network of public charter schools. We exist to love and value students by leading a movement of change in education through academic excellence, character development, and preparation for success in life. We believe in the inherent value and dignity of every child, and build schools where students and staff thrive.
Each Movement School is part of a larger community investment to help children and families thrive. These broader investments include early-childhood education, wellness centers, and after-school care.
Our Special Education Coordinator is a highly skilled teacher with extensive experience working within special education. They are knowledgeable of special education laws and regulations and works closely with the leadership team to ensure the adherence of them within the school.
Our Special Education Coordinator works with our leadership team to coach and support our special education teachers and general education teachers to provide specialized instruction that develops students’ knowledge and skills and promotes progress towards their IEP goals.
Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively team members to support special education and general education teachers in the development and progress of students with IEPs.
- Work collaboratively with school leaders to implement Multi-Tiered Systems of Support
- Work collaboratively with the Director of Operations to complete all state and federal funding requirements
- Participate in state special education professional development opportunities
- Ensure all IEP and 504 mandates are followed with fidelity
- Ensure all necessary paperwork required for IEP and 504 development and maintenance is properly done
- Create and maintain a positive, structured learning environment that invites and excites students as they embrace learning
- Ensure the implementation of curriculum resources effectively
- Track, analyze, and monitor student data, and effectively use this data to guide instruction
- Progress monitor students’ progress towards IEP goals and objectives
- Effectively communicate student data to students and parents
- Analyze classroom and individual student data and design responsive student interventions
- Actively participate in weekly data meetings, observation/feedback meetings, and other development meetings throughout the year
Skills and Characteristics
- Commitment to Movement School mission and vision
- Deep love and understanding of elementary academic content
- Extensive understanding of special education laws and regulations
- Understanding of child development
- High standards for student achievement (with proven results)
- High level of personal organization and planning
- Openness to feedback, and confidence in giving feedback
- Excellent communication skills with diverse constituents (teachers, students, parents, and other stakeholders), clear and effective writer, facilitator, and public speaker
- High aptitude for problem solving, navigating challenging situations, and forging effective teaching teams
- Team player who is mature, humble, has a strong work ethic, and follows through
Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree with a GPA of at least 3.0
- At least 3 years of experience working within special education
- License and certification
- Experience leading adults (preferred)
Salary and Benefits
Movement Schools offers salaries commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package. We also offer a 401K salary match and retirement planning. All staff members receive extensive professional development, and are equipped with a laptop computer and all necessary supplies.
