Program Coordinator – Exceptional Students & IEP Support

Muscogee County School District; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Muscogee County School District is seeking a Program Coordinator for the Program for Exceptional Students at the Muscogee County Public Education Center. The role focuses on advocacy for IDEA compliance and educational leadership to improve academic, behavioral, and social outcomes for exceptional students.

Requires Georgia certification in Exceptional Student Education and a Bachelor’s degree, with at least three years of ESE teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution is required.
• Georgia certification in Exceptional Student Education; Valid driver’s license.
• Three years of successful teaching experience in Exceptional Student Education.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; Organizational skills; Basic Math

Responsibilities

• Advises parents, regular, and teachers of exceptional students in proper programming of exceptional students for the purpose of implementing and/or maintaining support services and programs.
• Assists parents and school staff in problem solving and acquiring the necessary knowledge and skills to support the development and implementation of their child’s IEP.
• Assists IEP and exceptional student teams at assigned schools and Program Specialists in the development and implementation of the data driven student IEP.
• Assists assigned schools and monitors Program Specialists in developing interventions and behavior plans for the purpose of providing a safe and effective educational environment.
• Participates in student meetings for Tier 3, SST, 504, and manifestation meetings as needed.
• Collaborates with district PBIS Coordinator for the purpose of supporting region pilot PBIS schools.
• Maintains confidentiality and organization of records consistent with district directives for the purpose of legal compliance.
• Researches, plans and coordinates in-service training programs for administrators, parents, teachers of exceptional students.
• Monitors IEP timelines and compliance and communicates with staff, Principal and Program Manager for the purpose of ensuring standards are met.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Georgia certification in Exceptional Student Education

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Muscogee County School District is seeking a Program Coordinator for the Program for Exceptional Students at the Muscogee County Public Education Center. The role focuses on advocacy for IDEA compliance and educational leadership to improve academic, behavioral, and social outcomes for exceptional students.

Requires Georgia certification in Exceptional Student Education and a Bachelor’s degree, with at least three years of ESE teaching experience.