Coordinator of Special Services

Splendora Independent School District; Babcock Ranch (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Splendora Independent School District seeks a Coordinator of Special Services to provide leadership, coordination, and compliance across special education programs. The role focuses on high-quality programming, ensuring IDEA and TEA requirements, and improving outcomes for students with disabilities.

The position requires a Master’s in Special Education, relevant Texas certification, and experience in leadership, with ability to lead teams, analyze data, and collaborate with ARD committees and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Special Education or related field required.
• Valid Texas certification/licensure in a special education field.
• Administrative or supervisory certification preferred.
• Experience in special education leadership, compliance, and program coordination.

Responsibilities

• Ensure TEA/IDEA compliance and district policies.
• Coordinate homebound, CEHI/PRS, private school, and homeschool services.
• Manage SHARS program implementation, training, and reporting.
• Collaborate with Nursing, Nutrition, Technology, Transportation, and Accountability.
• Develop and monitor transition services and reporting.
• Support ARD committees and professional development.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication skills

Team collaboration

ARD committee facilitation

Web-based presentation

Education

Master's degree in Special Education

Texas certification/licensure

Administrative or supervisory certification

Tools

SHARS/Medicaid billing

PEIMS reporting

Google Slides & Canva

Job description

Job Title: Coordinator of Special Services

Exemption Status: Exempt

Department: Special Education

Primary Purpose

The Coordinator of Special Services provides leadership and coordination to ensure high-quality programming, compliance with state and federal regulations, and improved outcomes for students with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Special Education field (diagnostician, school psychologist, speech language pathologist, transition) or related field
• Valid Texas certification/licensure in a special education related field
• Administrative or supervisory certification preferred
• Experience in special education leadership, compliance, and program coordination

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of special education law, compliance, and special education programing.
• Experience with SHARS/Medicaid billing and PEIMS reporting
• Ability to lead teams, analyze data, and manage complex programs
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Experience and ability to work with district departments and campuses to meet district goals.
• Ability to develop and present information to district and special education staff through web based platforms such as Google Slides, Canva, and district website.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback to teachers and other staff AFTER gathering relevant information from discussion, observation, and data gathering.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Texas Education Agency requirements, IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act), and district policies
• Coordinate homebound, CEHI/PRS, private school, and homeschool services, including staffing and procedures and proportionate share.
• Manage SHARS (Medicaid) program implementation, training, and reporting
• Collaborate with departments, including Nursing, Nutrition, Technology, Transportation, and Accountability
• Development of and monitoring transition services and reporting.
• Provide information frequently to the Special Education Director and execute directives.
• Assist campuses in instructional programming development, maintenance, and fidelity of service delivery.

Leadership & Supervision

• Assist in development and coordination of professional development across the district
• Assist campuses in scheduling, staffing, problem solving regarding special education
• Coordinate, supervise, and support related services
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and professional development
• Serve as a resource to campus administrators and ARD committees
• Serve as community services liaison: CRCG, Day schools, TSBVI, RDSPD
• Assist in community outreach for Child Find and Parent Liaison.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment

Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

Other Information:

The District contributes$330 monthlytoward the cost of the employee-only health insurance, which is $105 more than the state‑required amount of $225/month. All employees in this position receive free treatment at any Next Level Urgent Care.