Special Education Assessment Coordinator

Position Summary:

The special education assessment coordinator will support the Special Education academic testing throughout our schools and will work cooperatively with school leadership, instructional faculty, and parents to ensure all students with disabilities receive a high-quality education in accordance with their IEPs and Kansas and Federal requirements.

Qualifications:

A valid, current, Kansas State Teaching License with Special Education Endorsement, or working towards such a degree.

Two years of successful teaching experience in special education preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Conduct and/or arrange formal and informal student assessment and participate in the development of students’ individual programs and services

2. Act as a point person for families going through the Initial assessment process

3. Support general and special education program staff regarding all policies and procedures

4. Write and submit academic assessment reports upon completion of testing for the IEP meeting

5. Collaborate with Special Education case managers throughout the IEP development process and offer recommendations, when applicable, related to goals and/or services based on assessment results

6. Attend all Initial IEP meetings, write all Initial IEPs, and act as case manager for all Initial IEPs until qualification has been determined.

7. Performs other duties as assigned.

Acquired Skills:

Strong written and verbal communication

Organization and time-management

Excellent writing and grammar

Proficiency in various word processing programs, Special Education Information System (SEIS) and experience using them in a professional capacity

Abilities:

Possesses mature judgment

Exercises initiative

Is a team player

Love of learning – a lifelong learner

Ability to support and guide adults, as well as students

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