Special Education Teacher/Education Specialist

POSITION:                                    EDUCATIONAL SPECIALIST

JOB DESCRIPTION:  The educational specialist’s primary responsibilities and qualifications are listed below. All educational specialists report to their site administrator (s). The educational specialist is responsible for the development and performance of the students they serve by upholding and abiding by the special educational laws and regulations in the state of California.  The Educational Specialist will aide in fostering a collaborative and stimulating classroom environment for a diverse group of students, as well as foster a strong collaboration between parents, faculty members, board members and community partners.

REPORTS TO:                          SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR (Principal)

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Maintains SPED program, including calendar of meetings, staff trainings, deadlines and program needs 
• Organizes and maintains service provider services, services for all students identified or in the process of being identified
• Maintains compliance of records, documenting, SPED timelines and program deadlines 
• Case manages for all students in process of being established as a Special Education Student and current Special Education Students
• Participates in the SST Processes
• Develops and maintains organization of services to pupils
• Provides information to staff and parents to assist in students’ success with their disabilities 
• Coordinates special education services with the regular school programs for each student with disabilities enrolled in the resource program.
• Provides and/or coordinates classroom supports that include (but not limited to): behavior support, basic academic skills, organization and study skills, social skills, use of cognitive strategies and fostering a safe and nurturing learning environment
• Prepares for all student and staff meetings related to student services or professional development 
• Maintains Student Service minutes, change of services, change of placement, ESY, etc. 
• Conducts Student assessment for annual, triannual, or other student assessment designated by the IEP team
• Maintains all SPED timelines as aligned to FAPE or IDEA
• Participates as a collaborative member of the faculty and participates in ongoing staff development and trainings 
• Coordinates and facilitates academic intervention program for all students

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Candidate must possess a current California credential in Special Education appropriate to program needs 
• Strong communication and multitasking skills
• Ability to build relationships and problem solve 
• Solid knowledge of State and Federal guidelines for Special Education
• Bachelor's degree; Master's degree preferred
• Be flexible and team-oriented
• Excellent written and communication skills 
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred
• At times this job may entail lifting, walking, sitting and standing for periods of time