Assistant Manager, Special Education Compliance

📋 Description

• Assist in the creation, execution, and distribution of best practices for special education policies and procedures.

• Support administrators and educators in training and executing special education programs and services.

• Address the curriculum requirements of distinct learning needs as outlined in Individual Education Plans for students receiving special education support.

• Maintain ongoing communication with districts, intermediate units, and state officials to ensure compliance and enhance program quality.

• Aid in the development, adherence, and upkeep of essential special education documentation (e.g., Review of Existing Data (RED), Multidisciplinary Evaluation and Eligibility Group Summary (MEEGS), and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)).

• Assist in confirming fiscal compliance for special education programs, including adherence to IDEA Part B mandates and associated reporting.

• Collaborate with testing personnel to guarantee appropriate accommodations are provided during state assessments.

• Engage with teachers, students, and families regarding academic, behavioral, and special education issues; facilitate the timely identification and enrollment of students with special needs.

• Work directly with parents and students (both general and special education) as necessary to address concerns and enhance outcomes.

• Support the alignment of educational programs with state and local standards; aid in the development and implementation of the Student Achievement Improvement Plan.

• Help convey the school’s mission and vision to stakeholders, utilizing communication methods suited for a primarily virtual environment.

• Inform school leadership and staff promptly about changes in special education practices and legislation.

• Encourage the integration of special education students into all school activities and promote collaboration between general and special education teachers and administrators.

• Assist with the supervision, coaching, and evaluation of special education staff and contractors; support professional development that aligns with identified needs.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree; three (3) years of experience in special education teaching or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with proficiency in both in-person and virtual communication methods; strong customer service orientation.

• Capability to interpret data to inform academic and behavioral decisions.

• Proficiency in Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and online learning systems; strong web skills.

• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time within and between assigned areas for meetings, professional development, and school activities.

• Ability to pass required background checks.

• Special Education Teacher Certification (EC-12).

• Ability to obtain a state administrative/leadership license if necessary.

🏝️ Benefits

• Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.