High School Special Education Lead & Advocate

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

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Professional development

Health, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Uncommon Schools is seeking a Special Education Coordinator to advocate for students with disabilities, coordinating services and supporting academics, social-emotional growth, and family engagement.

You will work with IEP teams, general education staff, and families to ensure compliant, student-centered instruction across K-12 with data-driven planning and ongoing professional collaboration. NJ certification eligibility required; bachelor's degree mandatory.

Qualifications

• Commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools.
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting students' social emotional and academic development.
• Enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in the best interest of students.
• Self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives.

Responsibilities

• Review intake assessments to ensure students receive IEP-aligned services.
• Coordinate pull-out, push-in, small group, and one-on-one instruction.
• Schedule, coordinate, and facilitate IEP and pre-referral meetings.
• Manage evaluation processes including classroom observations and testing.
• Partner with general education teachers and families to meet 504/IEP accommodations.
• Maintain student records and prepare reports for regulatory agencies.

Skills

Commitment to mission

Collaboration

Feedback-driven

Self-directed learner

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Uncommon Schools is seeking a Special Education Coordinator to advocate for students with disabilities, coordinating services and supporting academics, social-emotional growth, and family engagement.

You will work with IEP teams, general education staff, and families to ensure compliant, student-centered instruction across K-12 with data-driven planning and ongoing professional collaboration. NJ certification eligibility required; bachelor's degree mandatory.