Special Education Attorney — Equity & Policy Leader

Boston Bar Association; Boston (MA); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Boston Public Schools seeks a dedicated and experienced Special Education Attorney to provide legal counsel and representation in special education law and related matters. The role involves advising administrators and staff on student rights, evaluations, IEPs, 504 plans, and due process, and representing BPS in hearings and negotiations.

Collaboration with educators, families, and outside counsel is essential.

Formación

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts with no disciplinary record.
• Minimum of 3 years practicing special education law, preferably in a school district in Massachusetts or similar setting.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state special education laws, regulations, and case law.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Highly motivated self-starter.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion in education.

Responsabilidades

• Provide legal advice and guidance to BPS administrators, departments, educators, and staff on special education issues, including student rights, eligibility, evaluations, IEPs and plans, Section 504 programs and plans, disciplinary actions, and due process procedures.
• Represent BPS in meetings, administrative hearings, mediations, and judicial proceedings related to special education.
• Support PRS Team in responding to PRS complaints filed with the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
• Keep abreast of changes to special education law and policies, and lead internal policy updates, training, and implementation.
• Support BPS personnel in responding to and conducting investigations concerning Title IX, bias-based conduct, and related matters.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents, including settlement agreements, legal memoranda, and hearing briefs.
• Work collaboratively with other attorneys, outside counsel, administrators, educators, families, and community partners to ensure delivery of high-quality special education services to all students.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Conocimientos

Legal research

Legal writing

Advocacy

Collaborative work

Special education law knowledge

Educación

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Herramientas

Westlaw

Social Law Library

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Boston Public Schools seeks a dedicated and experienced Special Education Attorney to provide legal counsel and representation in special education law and related matters. The role involves advising administrators and staff on student rights, evaluations, IEPs, 504 plans, and due process, and representing BPS in hearings and negotiations.

Collaboration with educators, families, and outside counsel is essential.