JOB TITLE: Student Support - Ed Specialist
REPORTS TO: School Director and/or Designee
CLASSIFICATION: Certificated/ Exempt
WHO WE ARE (ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW)
We employ a diverse, empathetic, and passionate team who value collaboration, integrity and the desire to be a servant leader. We are committed to excellence and work tirelessly to improve learner outcomes, by empowering learners through Project-Based Learning, Individualized Learning and Social-Emotional Learning. We are committed to being self-directed, participating in ongoing personal and professional development, problem solving, and embracing a growth mindset. With our unwavering commitment to excellence, we are confident that our team will thrive and succeed in all areas of their lives.
THE OPPORTUNITY (POSITION OVERVIEW)
Reporting to the School Director and under the direction of the Director of Student Support, the Education Specialist will work in close collaboration with the classroom Facilitator supporting all students in a general education classroom. Within this framework, s/he will work directly with students that have an Individualized Education Program (IEP). The Education Specialist will provide specialized instruction for students in accordance with the IEP and build effective relationships with all members of the IEP team.
The Education Specialist is encouraged to be a creative innovator that inspires and supports all education needs.
WHAT YOU WILL DO (DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES)
- Plan, develop and implement IEPs collaboratively with an IEP Team when necessary for students assessed and identified with a disability.
- Provide specific academic instruction for students with services established and documented on a students' IEP, and develop appropriate social, emotional and education objectives for each student.
- Case manage and update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect learner’s progress toward meeting annual goals.
- Confer and collaborate with IEP Teams (parents, facilitators, administrators and Care Team) to monitor and discuss updates and needed changes if appropriate.
- Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect learner’s progress and goals.
- Consult with IEP team members to discuss learner’s progress and services.
- Design collaboratively with General Education Facilitators (Teachers)/Education facilitators
appropriate teaching strategies for their student body, adapting and modifying activities, lessons,
curriculum and projects to meet the needs of all students in a full-inclusion learning environment.
- Monitor, evaluate and document each learner's progress utilizing appropriate measurements and
assessment devices.
- Maintain regular communication with parents by providing support, coaching and understanding.
- In accordance with classroom norms, carry out and enforce reasonable rules of classroom behavior
and procedures for maintaining a safe, secure and effective learning environment.
- Maintain a current knowledge of special education best practices and trends.
