Part-Time Special Education Team Chair (.5 FTE)

Leicester Public Schools

Leicester (MA)

On-site

USD 29,000 - 51,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Leicester Public Schools is seeking a Part-Time Early Childhood Teamchair (.5 FTE) based at Leicester Elementary School in Leicester, MA. The role involves leading IEP-focused team meetings, coordinating assessments, and ensuring compliance with Massachusetts special education regulations.

Required: BA degree with MA preferred and a Massachusetts Teaching Certificate in Special Education. Position requires citizenship/residency/work visa; starting date is immediate, salary range is $29,033 to

Qualifications

BA degree preferred.
Valid Massachusetts Teaching Certificate in Special Education.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
4 years of relevant experience preferred.
Bachelor degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Chair individual Team meetings to be held within the school.
Chair Team meetings for the school assigned.
Compile and coordinate assessments for determining services for eligible students.
Coordinate evaluation teams in evaluating eligibility and programming.
Coordinate transition of students on IEPs from EI to Preschool and Preschool to Elementary.
Monitor and complete the paperwork for special education and develop IEPs and timelines.
Read and review all IEPs for compliance and accuracy.
Ensure timely communication with staff and parents and involve parents in planning.
Monitor progress of special education students via progress reports and state testing.
Safeguard confidentiality of student records and assist in data collection for state reports.
Perform other duties as requested by the Director of Special Education.