High School Special Education Leader

Camden Prep; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Extensive professional development

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Parental/maternity leave

Wellness and mental health support

Job summary

Uncommon Schools in New Jersey seeks a Special Education Coordinator to advocate for students with disabilities and manage all aspects of the school's Special Education programs.

You will review IEPs, coordinate services, lead meetings, monitor evaluations, and collaborate with general education teachers and families to ensure compliant, data-driven instruction that supports academic and social-emotional growth.

Qualifications

• A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities.
• Academic expertise in Special Education, humanities, social sciences, STEM, or related fields.
• Must meet NJ state certification eligibility requirements and standards.

Responsibilities

• Review intake assessments to ensure services align with IEPs.
• Coordinate pull-out, push-in, small group, and one-on-one instruction.
• Schedule and facilitate IEP and pre-referral meetings.
• Manage all aspects of the evaluation process, including observations and testing.
• Partner with general education teachers to advocate for 504/IEP accommodations.
• Maintain student records and prepare reports for regulatory agencies.
• Use data to refine and differentiate curriculum and instruction.

Skills

Committed to mission

Student development

Collaborative

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 with disabilities and manage all aspects of the school's Special Education programs.

You will review IEPs, coordinate services, lead meetings, monitor evaluations, and collaborate with general education teachers and families to ensure compliant, data-driven instruction that supports academic and social-emotional growth.