ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Ensure that all Massachusetts Special Education regulations are followed and implemented. Assist in the administration of the Special Education Services procedures designated throughout the system.2. Chair individual Team meetings to be held within the school.
Chair Team meetings for the school assigned.3. Compile and coordinate assessments for the purpose of determining the best combination of regular and special educational services for each school-age child identified as eligible for special education.4. Coordinate evaluation teams in evaluating and diagnosing children, in determining eligibility for special education, and then designing appropriate educational programming. Coordinate the scheduling of Team meetings.5.
Coordinate the transition of students on Individual Education Plans (IEPs) from Early Intervention to Preschool as well as Preschool to Elementary School.6. Monitor and complete the paperwork process associated with special education. Oversee the development of IEPs, timelines, and all special education paperwork for assigned meetings.7. Read and review all Individualized Educational Programs for compliance and accuracy.8.
Ensure timely communication with staff and parents. Involve parents in the evaluation and formation of educational planning.9. Monitor the progress of special education students as noted on progress reports, report cards, and standardized testing.10. Promote and safeguard the confidentiality of student records according to the student record regulations.
Assist in the data collection for state-mandated special education reports.11. Perform any other related duties as requested by the Director of Special Education. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: BA degree, MA preferred.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Valid Massachusetts Teaching Certificate in the required area of study. Special Education
