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How much do distance education coordinator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for distance education coordinator in the United States is $15.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $16.11 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Distance Education Coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Distance Education Coordinator, you need expertise in instructional design, online learning platforms, and educational technology, typically supported by a degree in education or instructional technology. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) like Canvas or Blackboard, and relevant certifications such as Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP), are highly beneficial. Strong organizational skills, clear communication, and adaptability help you effectively support students and faculty in remote learning environments. These skills ensure seamless course delivery, high student engagement, and successful program outcomes in distance education.

What are Distance Education Coordinators?

Distance Education Coordinators are professionals responsible for managing and supporting online and remote learning programs at educational institutions. They oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of distance education courses, ensuring they meet quality standards and student needs. Their duties often include training instructors, troubleshooting technical issues, and serving as a liaison between students, faculty, and administration. They play a key role in enhancing access to education by leveraging technology and best practices in online teaching.

What are some common challenges Distance Education Coordinators face when managing online learning programs?

Distance Education Coordinators often encounter challenges such as ensuring consistent student engagement, supporting faculty in adopting new technologies, and maintaining the quality of online course content. They must balance administrative tasks with providing troubleshooting support for both students and instructors. Additionally, they frequently coordinate across departments to align online offerings with institutional goals, making strong communication and adaptability essential in this dynamic role.
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Infographic showing various Distance Education Coordinator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,500 per year, or $15.6 per hour.
Special Education Coordinator Pooled Positions

Special Education Coordinator Pooled Positions

Uplift Education

Dallas, TX • On-site

$70K/yr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago


Uplift Education rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

335th of 574 rated elementary and secondary schools


Job description

Position Type:
Central Management Office (CMO)/Coordinator - Special Education
Date Posted:
7/7/2026
Location:
Central Management Office Dallas
Mission Statement:
Uplift's mission is to create and sustain public schools of excellence that empower each student to reach their highest potential in college and the global marketplace and that inspire in students a life-long love of learning, achievement, and service in order to positively change their world.
Primary Purpose:
Coordinate special education programming on the campus level by providing direct and indirect support to campus administration, student service personnel, and instructional staff. Assist special education district administrators, evaluation personnel and campus instructional staff in the development, implementation, program evaluation, and instructional services related to special education.
Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Coordinate the Special Education program on assigned campuses to ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines
  • Maintain current knowledge of state and federal law and best practices for all assigned programs
  • Ensure appropriate delivery of both special education instruction and related services as stipulated in IEP's
  • Ensure services provided by contractual personnel are of high quality
  • Effectively communicate to parents the special education process including process for referrals, evaluations, annual meetings, and re-evaluations as well as parental rights granted by IDEA.
  • Facilitate ARD meetings using a strengths based and family centered approach
  • Coordinate with student's special education case manager/teacher to ensure all documents are completed in a timely manner prior to ARD meeting.
  • Coordinate with special education case managers/teachers to complete quarterly IEP progress reports and provide quarterly IEP progress reports to parents/guardians.
  • Provide professional development and technical assistance to case managers, teachers, related service providers and support service professionals on all aspects of case management including: use of computer systems for the special education process, goal writing, progress reports, annual reviews and parent communication.
  • Collaborate with campus 504 Coordinator to coordinate Child Find efforts on assigned campuses
  • Coordinate evaluation team members and service providers efforts with other Special Education and District departments and programs
  • Coordinate contracted evaluations with private providers, as appropriate
  • Ensure evaluations and ARD Committee meetings adhere to state and federal timelines
  • Participate in review of campus personnel, as appropriate
  • Complete and monitor data reports to provide accurate information regarding all assigned programs
  • Compile, maintain, and file all required physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents
  • Monitor accuracy of PEIMS data for all assigned programs
  • Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations
  • Work cooperatively with Campus Administrators to implement and refine Response to Intervention, Student Support Team and the Special Education process.
  • Ensure confidentiality
  • Enhance job skills by participating with staff development programs, as assigned
  • Be active in faculty meetings and special events as assigned

Day to Day Activities include:
  • ARD Facilitation
  • Coordination of compliance efforts on assigned campus.
  • Supervise IEP implementation and provide support to campus staff as needed.

Education, Experience, and/or Certification(s)
  • Bachelor's Degree required
  • Valid Texas Special Education Teaching certificate

Required Skills/Abilities:
  • Communication Skills: Employees must have the ability to manage meeting facilitation and communicate with colleagues, students and parents regarding IEP services and supports.
  • Technology: Employee must utilize electronic system for creating IEPs.
  • Other: Positive, calm, supportive attitude. Strong critical thinking skills. Strong organizational ability.

Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to feel, touch and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and use stairs. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Employees may occasionally support student toileting and diapering needs.
Work Environment:
The environment requires close proximity to other employees, frequent interruptions, and extended periods of time viewing a computer screen, and noise levels from moderate to high. There may be activity from other employees and students of distracting nature. This position requires occasional travel within DFW area
Starting Salary: $70,000
Application Procedure:
Apply online
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Uplift Education is an equal employment opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state or local law.

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