Elementary Special Education Coordinator (0.5 FTE) - Presumpscot Elementary

Elementary Special Education Coordinator (0.5 FTE) - Presumpscot Elementary

Portland Public Schools

Presumpscot Elementary School - Portland, Maine

Job Details

Job ID:5711471

Application Deadline:Posted until filled

Posted:Yesterday

Job Description

TITLE: Special Education Coordinator (0.5 FTE) Presumpscot Elementary

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Under the supervision and guidance of the building Principal, the Special Education (SE) Coordinator supports the school's special education team in ensuring that all students requiring special education and related services receive appropriate instruction, programming, and support. This role directly supports Portland Public Schools' five-year strategic plan, which prioritizes building the capacity of schools to provide more effective instruction to students with disabilities across the continuum of services. The Coordinator's role also directly supports the district's on-going focus on improving students' academic and social emotional outcomes and promoting equity.

The Coordinator is responsible for organizing and monitoring all SE programs and services in the school and will provide direct support to teachers and ed techs at the classroom level, including those working in specialized programs. They will serve as the school's ssigned LEA representative, participate in the school's leadership team(s), and work in close collaboration with the elementary network teams and the central office special education team, as well as families and community partners.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Leadership and Coordination

Coordinate the building-based special education (SE) team, facilitating regular meetings and check-ins with SE staff.

Serve on the school leadership team as the point person for all matters relating to special education.

Collaborate with the school leadership team on scheduling to ensure that all required special education services are provided to students.

Attend monthly Special Education Coordinator meetings to ensure school alignment with district special education practices.

+ IEP Management and Compliance

Coordinate the scheduling of all IEP meetings

Serve as LEA representative for all Individual Educational Program (IEP) meetings

Monitor all IEP processes and paperwork requirements to ensure compliance with relevant laws, policies, and timelines

Review all IEPs and other SE documents before they are finalized, including initial referrals

+ Student Case Management and Support

Manage grade-span appropriate transition processes for students with IEPs: CDS students moving to K, or 5th to 6th

Serve as case manager for students in private school placements, as assigned by the network Director of Special Education

Submit requests for district-level resources (specialized transportation, 1:1 adult support, specialized programs, etc.) to the network Director of Special Education for approval

Collaborate with SE case managers to ensure appropriate achievement testing and observations are completed in accordance with referral and reevaluation processes

Support the implementation of standardized testing accommodations and any alternate assessments

Consult and collaborate with the school's Response to Intervention (RTI) / MTSS team to provide special education expertise and information

Support the classroom and other teachers to understand each child's disability and share accommodations with all staff working with each child

+ Professional Development and Support for Classroom Educators

Deliver special education professional development to SE staff, in collaboration with the network Directors of Special Education

Consult with general and special education teachers on evidence-based instructional strategies and methodologies for students with IEPs

Manage, in collaboration with school leadership, SE staffing on a day-to-day basis, reassigning staff to cover absences and stepping in to provide coverage for breaks or planning meetings when staffing reaches critically low levels

Serve as a mentor for new special education teachers

The Coordinator also performs other duties/tasks as may be assigned by the Principal or, where relevant, the Director of Special Education or Assistant Superintendent.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Demonstrated commitment to delivering positive academic and social-emotional outcomes for all students, particularly students with disabilities

Demonstrated commitment to advancing equity in education

Self-awareness, openness to feedback, and eagerness to develop professionally

Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills, with a proven track record of working collaboratively with others while also delivering exceptional results

Excellent interpersonal and communications skills (verbal and written)

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Well-developed technology skills, particularly the ability to use essential Google and/or Microsoft applications (e.g., Google Docs/Sheets/Slides or MS Word/Excel/Powerpoint)

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

At least three years of experience leading IEP meetings and/or assigned LEA representative responsibilities

[Preferred] At least three years of special education teaching experience

[Preferred] Maine State Teaching Certificate with Endorsement 286 and/or experience working in programs or students with significant special education needs (intellectual, functional, social/emotional, behavioral, etc.)

[Preferred] Advanced degree in special education or related field

CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

One of the following Maine State Certifications (more info):

Teacher Certificate with 282 Endorsement (Teacher of Students with Disabilities, 7-12)

Administrate Certificate 030 (Administrator of Special Education)

Administrator Certificate 035 (Assistant Administrator of Special Education)

Certificate 079 (Special Education Consultant)

Maine State fingerprint (CHRC) authorization (more info)

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:

Calendar: 193 days (standard school year + 10 days)

Assignment: Permanent, Part Time (0.5 FTE)

Overtime: Not eligible for overtime

Contract: New contract currently under negotiation

Salary: Based on education and experience, as outlined in former contract - see 2025-2028 PEA CBA for salary scheduled

Benefits: Eligible for benefits as outlined here

Reports to: School Principal

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Position Type:Part-time