Special Education Achievement Specialist

Jubilee Academies; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Jubilee Academies seeks a Special Education Achievement Specialist to lead campus-based instructional modeling and deliver ongoing professional development for teachers and paraprofessionals. The role drives fidelity to IEPs/504 and ensures compliance with IDEA/TEA requirements, working with the Director of Special Education.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred), Texas SBEC certification, and at least three years of special education teaching experience, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; Master's preferred.
• Texas Special Education certification required.
• Minimum of three years as a special education teacher; campus administrator experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide coaching to school-based special education managers and staff across PreK-12.
• Support special education compliance across the organization.
• Analyze MTSS, 504, ARD data to inform district support and professional development.
• Coordinate ARD and 504 meetings; monitor IEPs and related documentation.
• Collaborate with the Special Education Director and campus teams to resolve TEA complaints.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Travel readiness

Coaching

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Required)

Master's Degree (Preferred)

Texas SBEC certification (required)

3+ years special education teaching

Job description

Position Salary: $76,000 annual / Exempt Position Hours: Full-time extended workdays, occasional Saturdays, and some travel Length of Term/Employment: 220 workdays / At-Will Reports to: Director of Special Education Position Mission The Special Education Achievement Specialist builds district capacity by advising campus leadership and executing high-impact professional development under the direction of the Director of Special Education. The Special Education Achievement Specialist is responsible for delivering ongoing, campus-based instructional modeling and compliance training for teachers and instructional assistants who implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students receiving special education services and 504. This role supports the development of high-quality, inclusive instruction and ensures fidelity to both instructional best practices and legal requirements. In partnership with the Special Education Director, the Specialist provides direct support to campuses and collaborates with district level teams to promote consistency and quality across the network. Serving as a mentor and key point of contact, the Specialist supports building teacher capacity and fosters a strong culture of collaboration, equity, and accountability in service of students with diverse learning needs. Position Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree (Required)
• Masters Degree (Preferred)
• Certified in Special Education from Texas State Board of Education (required)
• Minimum of three years of experience as a special education teacher (Required)
• 1-2 years experience as a campus administrator (Preferred)
• Candidates must be able to travel to all campuses that are in all regions.
• Experience and knowledge of IDEA and TEA Law and Regulations, Section 504
• Demonstrated expertise in ARD facilitation and 504 meetings
• Understanding of the Evaluation process and MTSS
• Demonstrated expertise in rigorous planning and lesson internalization
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret student achievement data to inform instructional decision-making.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience providing professional development and coaching to special education teachers and paraprofessionals.
• Knowledge of state and federal education laws, regulations, and mandates related to special education, 504 and Gifted and Talented.
• Proficiency in educational technology tools and digital resources to support curriculum delivery and assessment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic educational environment.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in curriculum design and instructional practices.

Job Duties/Responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities

• Coaching and Support:
• Provide coaching to school-based special education managers and other staff that support special education students across all grade bands (Prek-12th), including self-contained classrooms on 504, and Special Education.
• Provide support for special education compliance across the organization.
• Identify schools and teachers in need of more hands-on support and offer planning time and office hours for targeted assistance.
• Data Analysis and Improvement:
• Analyze school data including MTSS, 504, and ARD compliance to inform school based support and assistance.
• Analyze student data, including state and local assessments etc, to inform instructional decisions and interventions.
• Proactively recognize patterns in student performance data and make recommendations for professional development and instructional improvements.
• Use data to identify and support the academic needs of special education students.
• Monitor ARD paperwork completed by campus personnel, including supplements with accompanying data collected by campus staff (i.e., all IEPs, BIPs, Transition, Transportation etc.)
• Stakeholder Engagement:
• Cultivate the trust of all key stakeholders, including teachers, parents, and administrators, to support student success.
• Maintain productive working relationships with other internal departments and lead troubleshooting efforts when issues arise with special populations.
• Serve as the Special Education team Liaison, ensuring effective communication and collaboration between teams.
• Professional Development:
• Co-facilitate professional development sessions focused on instructional strategies, compliance and best practices for special populations.
• Support/provide monthly PD, newsletter input, communication, to provide ongoing coaching and guidance to the school-based staff.
• Collaborate with the Special Education Director and school staff to resolve TEA complaints.
• Compliance and Documentation:
• Ensure that IEPs, other special education documentation, and 504 plans are compliant with federal, state, and district regulations.
• Participate in IEP meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and other relevant meetings to discuss student progress.
• Other Duties:
• Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education

This job description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. Professional Growth And Development

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Actively develops others towards goals through the use of timely and constructive feedback, targeted professional learning, personalized coaching, and recognition of accomplishments and strengths.
• Maintains a high level of knowledge regarding developing special education issues, changes in the laws and case law, and educational methods of educating students with disabilities, for the purpose of managing an excellent special education program.

Charter & Community Responsibilities

• Convey the charters mission to the public and encourage support in accomplishing the mission.
• Illustrate understanding of Charter and community needs and begin activities to meet those needs.
• Demonstrate use of productive and efficient skills to raise community and parent involvement.
• Actively participate in student recruitment efforts.

Charter Atmosphere

• Encourage a constructive, thoughtful climate for learning.
• Promote fairness of students and staff from all cultural backgrounds.
• Communicate with students and staff in an effective manner that promotes and sustains the Jubilee culture.

Working Conditions

• Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Frequent and prolonged standing.
• Stooping, bending, pulling and pushing required.
• Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment and supplies.
• Other:
• Adhere to the staff dress code.
• Maintains a good working relationship with Jubilee Academies staff
• Compile, maintain, and fill all reports, records, and other documents required.
• Actively stays abreast of new developments in education.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.