GNETS Program Coordinator - Lead Special Education & Support

Mainstay Academy; Oxford (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Mainstay Academy in Oxford, GA seeks a GNETS Program Coordinator to promote instructional and programmatic improvements for students with emotional and behavioral disabilities. The role requires leading collaborations with the Special Education Director, coordinating services, and supervising staff to ensure effective IEP processes and GNETS implementation.

The coordinator will oversee professional development, student support services, and compliance with state/district expectations, including

Qualifications

• Masters degree with Georgia Certificate in Educational Leadership, Instructional Leadership, or related area.
• 5 years of experience working with children and youth with emotional and behavioral disabilities.
• Experience in a GNETS or similar program.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Special Education Director and leadership team.
• Support SPED Director through participation in IEP, manifestation, parent-teacher, social work meetings and trainings.
• Coordinate provision of special services (OT, speech, PT, evaluation) and scheduling.
• Supervise and evaluate instructional programming for the GNETS program.
• Oversee social, emotional, and behavioral support programming and staff performance.
• Prepare and review routine paperwork (IEPs, medication logs, etc.).
• Conduct formative and walkthrough observations and develop professional development plans.
• Facilitate student transfers and placement in/out of Mainstay Academy and GNETS services.
• Coordinate state/district testing with testing coordinators and distribute reports.
• Serve as resource to staff, parents, and teachers for support and crisis intervention.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Deadline-oriented

Observation/assessment

Conflict resolution

TKES knowledge

Psychology/counseling background

GNETS experience

Positive Behavior Supports/ABA

Physical stamina

Education

Masters degree with Georgia Educational Leadership certificate

5 years of experience with emotional/behavioral disabilities

Job description

Mainstay Academy in Oxford, GA seeks a GNETS Program Coordinator to promote instructional and programmatic improvements for students with emotional and behavioral disabilities. The role requires leading collaborations with the Special Education Director, coordinating services, and supervising staff to ensure effective IEP processes and GNETS implementation.

The coordinator will oversee professional development, student support services, and compliance with state/district expectations, including