RFK Community Alliance has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Education Coordinator to join our RFK Academy team in Springfield, MA!
Who We Are
RFK Community Alliance provides high-quality care and support to people and families facing complicated challenges. As a multi-service agency, we offer a wide range of programs serving a variety of needs across all ages, from infants to seniors. We are team players when it comes to caring. We work with the people we serve, their families, schools, and other community partners to develop a network of support. We provide opportunities to build skills and confidence. We nurture strengths, determination, and resilience.
The Robert F. Kennedy Academy is a therapeutic day school that provides educational and clinical services to students with diverse abilities and disabilities, including those in the emotional, psychiatric, and learning realms. The school’s curriculum and support services assist students in reaching milestones such as graduation, the transition to post-secondary educational and vocational opportunities, or the return to public school. A small school by design, RFK Academy creates individualized learning opportunities and accommodations while establishing a community of learners among students for whom connections to school have often been challenging.
Who We Seek
We are looking for an experienced special education professional to play an essential leadership role at RFK Academy. Special Education Teacher certification (Moderate Disabilities 5-12 preferred), Special Education Director certification or eligibility preferred
Key Areas of Responsibility
- For all new admissions referrals, reviews the IEP and related documents. Disseminates information to the classroom teacher and specialists. Works with the Admissions Department to ensure that referral information is up to date.
- In collaboration with the LEA and RFKA teachers, coordinates and chairs IEP meetings and completes IEP documents for each student.
- Maintains data and records for all current IEP’s.
- Develops and trains teachers to track key data to support IEP and progress reports. Supervises teachers, in collaboration with the Director.
- Supports educators to uphold high expectations for all students to meet grade-level standards through evidence-based, culturally and linguistically sustaining, engaging instructional practices.
- Provides professional learning, feedback, and resources for educators to accommodate and support each student's learning needs, abilities, and interests.
- Supports teachers to use practices that include universal design for learning, tiered supports, assistive technology, scaffolded instruction to make grade-level content accessible and affirming for all students.
- In concert with the Director, evaluates and supervises teachers.
- In collaboration with the local district, coordinates IEP meetings and completes IEP documents for each student.
- Supports and trains staff to track key data, complete required reports, maintain attendance, grades and IEP progress reports, and more.
- Maintains special education progress data and records for students, disseminating information to instructional team members.
- Through regular communication with our Admissions Team and the RFKA Director and Clinical Coordinator, reviews new referrals, schedules and leads prospective student tours, and facilitates student admissions and enrollment.
Shift:
Mon-Fri
How We Promote Equity, Cultivate Leaders, and Grow Together
At RFK Community Alliance we’re dedicated to a culture where everyone can show up to work as their full authentic selves. Diversity and inclusion doesn’t happen by accident, it’s by design. Together we’re the designers. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace makes our organization stronger. We care about including diverse perspectives and experiences at every level. This is why we’re committed to honoring, celebrating, and fostering diversity and inclusion on our team, in our clientele, and within our community. Our team must reflect our community and vice versa. We value, respect, and support all types of diversity across all identities including, but not limited to, ethnicity, race, gender, LGBTQIA, age religion, and abilities. We take responsibility for the community we’re creating here at RFK Community Alliance, and we’re here to contribute to the progression of our society to a more inclusive and equitable one.
Why You’ll Love Us:
At RFK Community Alliance, we’re committed to taking care of our team, and we know you’ll love being a part of an organization that truly values its people. We offer an outstanding benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Enjoy comprehensive health coverage with our health, dental, and vision insurance plans. Take advantage of generous paid time off and holiday pay, giving you the balance you need to recharge. We’re invested in your future, offering tuition reimbursement, educational assistance, and a retirement plan with a generous employer match. Plus, we provide employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program to ensure you and your family are supported every step of the way. Joining our team means you’ll have the benefits and resources you need to thrive both personally and professionally.
