High School Special Ed Coordinator & Student Advocate

Uncommon Schools; Delran Township (NJ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Extensive training and development

Comprehensive health, dental, and视on

Financial planning

Retirement benefits

Paid leave options

Mental health support

Job summary

Uncommon Schools in New Jersey seeks a Special Education Coordinator to advocate for students and oversee all aspects of the school's special education programs. You will provide academic, emotional, and physical support to students with disabilities and collaborate with teachers to implement IEPs.

You will review assessments, coordinate services, lead IEP and pre-referral meetings, manage evaluations, and ensure compliance with state and federal laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• NJ state certification eligibility required for instructional staff.
• Commitment to urban K-12 students and closing achievement gaps.

Responsibilities

• Review intake assessments to ensure appropriate services per IEP.
• Coordinate pull-out, push-in, small group, and one-on-one instruction.
• Schedule and facilitate IEP and pre-referral meetings.
• Manage evaluation processes, including observations and testing.
• Partner with general education teachers to ensure 504/IEP accommodations.
• Maintain student records and prepare reports for regulatory agencies.
• Use assessment data to refine curriculum and instruction.
• Collaborate with families across grades to support learning.

Skills

Mission alignment

Student development

Collaboration

Self-directed learner

Education

Bachelor's degree

NJ certification eligibility

Job description

Uncommon Schools in New Jersey seeks a Special Education Coordinator to advocate for students and oversee all aspects of the school's special education programs. You will provide academic, emotional, and physical support to students with disabilities and collaborate with teachers to implement IEPs.

You will review assessments, coordinate services, lead IEP and pre-referral meetings, manage evaluations, and ensure compliance with state and federal laws.