Regional Special Education Coach - Lower Rio Grande Valley (25-26)

IDEA Public Schools; Weslaco (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Regional Special Education Coach to oversee instructional programming in the Lower Rio Grande Valley. This full-time role focuses on coaching campus leaders and ensuring the effective implementation of special education models to maximize student achievement. The successful candidate will collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance educational outcomes and foster a culture of trust and professional growth. If you're dedicated to making a significant impact in the field of education and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Disability and life insurance

Generous vacation time

403(b) plan

Relocation stipend

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience working with students in Special Education.
• Certification in Special Education required.

Responsibilities

• Coach campus staff to improve Special Education students' performance.
• Facilitate professional development for Special Education teachers.

Skills

Coaching

Data Analysis

Decision Making

Communication

Empathy

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Excel

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Mission

The mission of the Regional Special Education Coach is to oversee instructional special education programming for assigned schools to ensure maximum student achievement. This role involves coaching campus leaders to support students served through special education programs. The coach will build collaborative partnerships between regional support personnel, external contracted services, and assigned campuses to ensure IDEA’s special education instructional model is implemented effectively.

Description

Regional Special Education Coach

Mission

The mission of the Regional Special Education Coach is to oversee instructional special education programming for assigned schools to ensure maximum student achievement. This role involves coaching campus leaders to support students served through special education programs. The coach will build collaborative partnerships between regional support personnel, external contracted services, and assigned campuses to ensure IDEA’s special education instructional model is implemented effectively.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No direct supervisory responsibilities

Location:

This is a full-time position based in the Rio Grande Valley, with preference given to those who live in the region, or who are willing to relocate.

Travel Expectations

• Travel within the Region throughout the year as necessary (3-4 days a week)
• Travel to IDEA training events or step-back maybe required.
  
  

Essential Duties

What You’ll Do – Accountabilities

• Coach and develop campus staff to ensure all Special Education students in their schools increase STAAR/STAAR ALT Reading and Math performance by 10 percentage points.
• Coach and develop campus staff to read, analyze, and respond to Interim Assessment data to prioritize the highest leverage next action steps.
• Coach and develop campus staff to ensure 100% of Special Education Plans are implemented with fidelity.
• Coach lead team members on holding all staff accountable for implementation of special education accommodations through utilization of instructional round and GET observation tools
• Facilitate high-leverage professional development sessions aimed at building the knowledge and skills necessary for Special Education Teachers and leaders.
• Ensure 100% of Special Education teachers and co-teachers are coached towards mastery and rated on all strands of GET 1A and GET 1B using corresponding teacher pathways.
• Ensure 90% retention of Special Education Coaches, RISE Special Education Teachers, and Special Education Teachers and Co-Teachers from year to year.
  
  

Knowledge and Skills – Competencies

• Make Strategic Decisions: This individual can coach others in decision-making and is involved in complex decision-making in line with their responsibilities. They use feedback and data to inform their decisions and with support, they consider the broader impact of their choices on those they work with.
• Manage Work and Teams: This individual is responsible for managing their own work as well as supporting others. They focus on delegation, performance management, and coaching to help others achieve their work goals and develop professionally.
• Grow Self and Others: This individual takes an active role in their own development as well as the development of others. They use coaching techniques to help others identify growth opportunities, set development goals, and achieve their potential, all while continuing their own personal development journey.
• Build a Culture of Trust: This individual offers empathy and active listening to build deeper one-on-one relationships in their direct work with others. They are capable of coaching others and emphasizing importance of psychological safety in their interactions.
• Communicate Deliberately: This individual can express ideas clearly and listen actively. They have developing skills in empathetic listening and responsive speaking, with ability to tailor messages for individual direct reports or peers with the aim to build stronger, more effective relationships.
  
  

Additional Skills

• Knowledge of the State Assessments
• Experience teaching special education students
• Experience with curriculum for students with high-incidence disabilities
• Knowledge of instructional best practices for the relevant content area
• Instructional coaching knowledge: To coach regional staff through coaching cycles to increase the impact of their influence during campus visits and creation of professional development aligned to our coaching model.
• Developing adult professional development (virtual and in-person)
  
  

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree
• 2-3 years of experience working with students in Special Education
• Certification in Special Education
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, Excel, and LMS
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Some walking
• Sitting for extended periods of time
• Light lifting (no more than 20 lbs.)
  
  

What We Offer

Compensation & Benefits:

Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $70,500 and $82,100, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. This role is also eligible for performance pay based on organizational performance and goal attainment.

Additionally, we offer medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. You can find more information about our benefits at https://ideapublicschools.org/careers/benefits/.

• IDEA may offer a relocation stipend to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.
  
  

Application Process

Submit your application online through Jobvite. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Learn more about IDEA

At IDEA the Staff Culture and Belonging Team uses our Core Values to promote human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all Team and Family members. Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here: https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/#core-values

IDEA Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the organization's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact IDEA Human Resources at [phone].

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