District Special Education Diagnostician & IEP Specialist

West Virginia K-12 Jobs; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Boone County Schools is seeking a Special Education Diagnostician and IEP Specialist to work in the district's Central Office, providing district‑level support for identification, evaluation, and service provision for students with disabilities.

The role involves leading initial evaluations and reevaluations, reviewing annual IEPs for compliance, assisting with Manifestation Determination Reviews and BIPs, and traveling to Boone County schools as needed; supervision by the Special Education

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• Valid West Virginia teaching certificate with certification/endorsement in Special Education.
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful teaching experience in Special Education.

Responsibilities

• Assist with initial evaluations and reevaluations of students receiving or being considered for special education services.
• Assist school personnel in completing required evaluation documentation and meeting applicable timelines.
• Participate in eligibility and multidisciplinary evaluation team meetings as needed.
• Review annual IEPs developed by school-level personnel for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable special education requirements.
• Provide guidance regarding the development of measurable annual goals, accommodations, modifications, services, and other required components of the IEP.
• Assist with Manifestation Determination Reviews and related disciplinary procedures involving students with disabilities.
• Assist in the development, review, and implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and related behavioral supports.
• Provide technical assistance, consultation, and support to special education teachers, administrators, and other school personnel.
• Attend IEP, evaluation, eligibility, manifestation, behavioral, and other special education meetings as assigned.
• Assist the Special Education Department in monitoring compliance with federal, state, and district special education requirements.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality of student records and information.
• Travel to Boone County schools as needed to provide direct assistance and support.
• Work collaboratively with school administrators, teachers, related service providers, parents, and district personnel to support appropriate services for students with disabilities.
• Complete other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Special Education.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Valid West Virginia teaching certificate with certification/endorsement in Special Education

Job description

Boone County Schools is seeking a Special Education Diagnostician and IEP Specialist to work in the district's Central Office, providing district‑level support for identification, evaluation, and service provision for students with disabilities.

The role involves leading initial evaluations and reevaluations, reviewing annual IEPs for compliance, assisting with Manifestation Determination Reviews and BIPs, and traveling to Boone County schools as needed; supervision by the Special Education