EDUCATION COORDINATOR

Cedar Springs Hospital; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar Springs Hospital is seeking a Special Education Coordinator to oversee Southgate School, a facility school. You will supervise staff and manage IEPs to ensure compliance for students transitioning in and out. This role reports to the Special Education Director and requires strong leadership.

You will conduct IEP meetings, coordinate reevaluations, and ensure adherence to federal/state regulations. Strong communication skills and knowledge of Infinite Campus/Project Ed are preferred for

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Special Education preferred.
• CDE certification in Special Education required.
• CDE certification in education required.
• Five years working with special education students preferred.
• Three years administrative/supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and management of Southgate School.
• Supervise all staff at Southgate School.
• Conduct and manage IEPs to ensure compliance for students transitioning in/out.
• Handle reevaluations and related duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership skills

Creativity

High energy

Strong organizational abilities

Supervisory experience

Problem-solving

Excellent verbal and written

Interpersonal capabilities

Customer service skills

Proficiency with Windows/Word/Excel

Education

Master's Degree in Special Education

CDE certification in Special Education

CDE certification in Education

Five years experience with special education

Three years administrative/supervisory experience

Facility school experience

Tools

Windows

Word

Excel

Infinite Campus

Project Ed

Job description

Responsibilities

Responsible for overseeing the daily operations and management of Southgate School, a facility school at Cedar Springs. This includes supervising all staff at Southgate School under the direction of the Special Education Director, when applicable. The role involves conducting and managing all Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to ensure compliance for students transitioning in and out of Southgate School, as well as handling reevaluations and other essential duties as assigned.

Qualifications

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: *Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. *Frequently stands, walks, kneels, reaches while working with patients/students. *Requires full range of body motion including handling and physical restraint of patients. *Ability to perform CPR and First Aid. Ability to drive a vehicle if necessary. *Ability to type and use a computer based programs (Infinite Campus/Project Education) *Must be able to articulate effectively via multiple platforms (email, phone calls, meetings, etc.) *Requires timely maintenance of IEPs, conducting meetings for transfer, annual re-evaluations, and necessary assessments for the student’s IEP.*Ability to visually supervise patients/students and hear requests for assistance from patients/students and staff. *Able to problem solve situations under stressful situations. *Emotional stability necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. *Vision and hearing sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job. SKILLS: The Special Education Coordinator should have a strong understanding of both federal and state education regulations and laws, applicable to both special education and general education. This role requires familiarity with the standards and requirements of various educational regulatory agencies. Key qualifications include leadership skills, creativity, high energy, strong organizational abilities, supervisory experience, and effective problem-solving skills. Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal capabilities, and customer service skills are essential. Proficiency in software programs such as Windows, Word, Excel, Infinite Campus, and Project Ed. is prefered. The special education manager must maintain confidentiality and possess knowledge of Joint Commission standards as well as DHS rules and regulations. Additionally, the ability to exercise independent judgment in planning and achieving goals is critical for success in this positionEXPERIENCE/EDUCATION: Master's Degree in Special Education preferred, CDE certification in Special Education required. CDE certification in education required. Five (5) years working with special education students (SED/OHI) preferred and three (3) years administrative/supervisory experience preferred. Prefer individual who has worked in a facility school setting. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: Special Education License by Colorado Department of Education is required. CPR and first aid certification as requested. STAFF DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS: Must meet or exceed hospital and regulatory agency training requirements along with requirement to maintain the CDE License. EXPOSURE CATEGORY: I Performs tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.