ESE Exceptional Student Education Coordinator

Naples Classical Academy; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Naples Classical Academy is seeking an ESE Coordinator to lead Student Services, including special education, MTSS, and social-emotional programming. You will supervise staff, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with applicable laws while advancing the school's classical education mission.

The role reports to the Head of School and Administration and requires a proven track record in ESE administration and collaboration with diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Current Professional Educator Certification is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Special Education, ESE or related field.
• Five years of experience in school administration within the ESE department.
• Strong background in social-emotional learning competencies and IEP processes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise student services staff and manage department budget.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations governing Student Services.
• Oversee MTSS and Section 504; coordinate with district special education services.
• Provide training on IEP development, transitions, and data-based decision making.
• Lead development of inclusive practices and restorative approaches to student conduct.
• Collaborate with administrators to support instructional goals and post-secondary planning.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Communication

Policy compliance

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor's in Special Education or related field

Current Professional Educator Certification

Master's degree preferred

Tools

MTSS

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention

Job description

About Naples Classical Academy:

A Tuition-Free Public Charter Classical School. Naples Classical Academy is a Hillsdale College Member School.

NCA's mission is to train the minds and improve the hearts of young people through a classical education in the liberal arts and sciences with instruction in the principles of moral character and civic virtue.

Position Overview:

As the ESE Coordinator, your main responsibility is to represent and advocate for the student body. Your job duties include supervising the student services staff, assists with managing department budget, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, and handling the logistics for student activities and events while demonstrating an understanding of and commitment to classical education and the vision, mission and philosophy of the school.

REPORTS TO: Head of School & Administration

Summary:

The ESE Coordinator is a creative, dynamic, and thoughtful leader who works to fulfill the mission and vision of NCA.

The ESE Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the facilitation of an inclusive model for student services, that is based upon best practices, NCA’s philosophy and the needs of all students.

The ESE Coordinator directs the planning, development, organization, management, direction, and implementation of all aspects of Student Services for NCA which include, but are not limited to, special education, student discipline, social-emotional programming and team development, grant funded programs, MTSS and Section 504. Furthermore, the Director of Student Services assures compliance with all laws, codes, and regulations related to Student Services; evaluates assigned personnel, and collaborates/provides support to administrative and professional staff in meeting identified instructional goals of the District. The ESE Coordinator is a strategic thinker and a proactive leader who models strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills, as well as an unwavering commitment and energy to sustain momentum in the journey towards learning practices for all learners with the mission and vision of the school in mind.

Overall Responsibilities:

• Ability to utilize systems to improve organizational structures


• Ability to collaboratively manage change processes


• Ability to design and manage a data collection plan


• Ability to create a positive workplace culture and climate that is focused on the mission and vision of NCA


• Assist with the work focused on inclusive practices, which embraces all learners as valued members of the school community, and ensures that children who need additional interventions or intensive support can learn alongside their peers


• Assist in planning budgetary resources for the programs


• Support office staff with maintenance of student records


• Assist in establishing long term and short term goals for implementation plans and growth


• Ability to build a vision for Student Services and Special Education that aligns with the mission and values of our school


• Build and lead an effective team to help achieve vision & goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ability to effectively and consistently communicate with community including parents and outside agencies


• Ability to leverage and build the talents of those on your team, while providing effective coaching in identified growth areas


• Strong communication, collaboration and organizational skills


• Evaluate personnel and assist in the determination of goals to improve performance


• Work with Administration to support teachers to ensure instructional improvement and maintain highest instructional standards for all students.


• Attend district and administrative meetings and other meetings or events as assigned


• Oversee the District’s implementation of Non-Violent Crisis Intervention programming and all training for department staff


• Oversee the Hospital and Homebound program


• Oversee the implementation of special education services; ensure guidelines, procedures, and instruction are in compliance with state and federal laws, rules and regulations, and Board Policy


• Conduct training for staff pertaining to academic instruction, special education services, data-based decision making, IEP and Transition Planning, as well as special education policies, MTSS and procedures.


• Assist building personnel with curriculum adaptation, intervention selection and implementation to support students with support needs.


• Meet regularly with the teachers to help guide, coach, and problem solve with the goal of collaboration


• Coordinate with the District Admins as needed


• Coordinates and supervises Extended School Year needs.


• Effectively communicate with all parents regarding the needs of students, and comply with communication protocols for special education student needs


• Ensure the school has an appropriate continuum of services and that students are being placed in their least restrictive environment


• Manage and oversee transition services and programming and work with specialists


• Oversee and provide training on digital IEP and records storage


• Oversee the implementation of special education assessments


• Collaborate with school district Special Education department


• Assist in the establishment of goals and objectives for district aligned Student Services


• Work with the Admins to address building needs and create processes and procedures that most effectively support students.


• Seek ways to impart a restorative and rehabilitative approach to student conduct.


• Understand the spectrum of student interventions and help staff implement best practices


• Collaborate with the Admins on building a cohesive system which supports students post-secondary success, both academically and social-emotionally.

All other applicable duties as assigned.

Education Qualifications and Requirements:

• Current Professional Educator Certification


• Bachelor's (Master's preferred) Degree Special Education, ESE or related field


• Five years of experience in school administration within the ESE department (special/exceptional services preferred)


• Must have a strong background in special education administration and instruction, including experience with special education processes, procedures and legal requirements, evaluations (both student and teacher) and a deep understanding of IEP development and evaluation


• Strong background in social-emotional learning competencies and experience working with social, emotional, and behavioral intervention teams

The organization is an equal opportunity employer. The organization is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in all areas of recruitment, selection, placement, training, assignment, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, retention, and promotion. The board commits itself to the policy that there shall be no unlawful discrimination against any person because of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, or disability. All decisions with regard to employment shall be in compliance with applicable state and federal law.

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