High School Special Education Lead & Advocate

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

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Best-in-class training and development

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Pre-tax flexible spending (FSA)

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Uncommon Schools is seeking an Special Education Coordinator to advocate for students with disabilities and manage all aspects of the school’s special education programs. You will provide academic, emotional, and physical support while ensuring compliance with IEPs, 504 plans, and related regulations.

You will collaborate with general education teachers, families, and school leaders to implement individualized instruction, monitor student progress, and maintain thorough records for regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; NJ certification eligibility within a reasonable period is needed.
• 1–2 years experience in urban K-12 settings preferred.
• Experience with IEPs, special education procedures, and collaboration with families is essential.

Responsibilities

• Review intake assessments to ensure services align with IEPs.
• Coordinate pull-out, push-in, small-group, and 1:1 instruction.
• Facilitate IEP, pre-referral, and Special Education team meetings; ensure compliance with laws.
• Manage evaluation processes, observations, and testing; maintain records and generate reports.
• Collaborate with general education staff and families to address 504/IEP accommodations.
• Support families through the IEP process and student social-emotional growth.

Skills

Collaboration

Student support

Professional development

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Uncommon Schools is seeking an Special Education Coordinator to advocate for students with disabilities and manage all aspects of the school’s special education programs. You will provide academic, emotional, and physical support while ensuring compliance with IEPs, 504 plans, and related regulations.

You will collaborate with general education teachers, families, and school leaders to implement individualized instruction, monitor student progress, and maintain thorough records for regulatory