Special Education Coach

Shippensburg Area School District; Shippensburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Shippensburg Area School District is looking for a dedicated professional to provide support for exceptional students through compliance with Special Education regulations. This role is essential in overseeing department objectives aligned with the educational mission.

The ideal candidate should hold a Pennsylvania Special Education certification and have a minimum of three years of experience within the field. Responsibilities include serving as the Local Education Agency Representative and assisting in the transitions of students through effective communication and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Pennsylvania Special Education certification is required.
• Must have at least three years of experience in Special Education.
• Ability to provide own transportation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Local Education Agency Representative at team meetings.
• Assist with transition related activities for students.
• Review IEPs to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with staff to create a positive learning environment.

Skills

Pennsylvania Special Education certification

A minimum of three years working within Special Education

Certification in Safety Care or willingness to obtain certification

Motor vehicle Operator's License

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field

Job description

• Position Type: Student Support Services / Professional/ Special Education
• Date Posted: 6/23/2026
• Location: District-Wide

QUALIFICATIONS

• Pennsylvania Special Education certification
• A minimum of three (3) years working within Special Education
• Certification in Safety Care or willingness to obtain certification
• Motor vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

JOB GOAL

To provide compliance with regulations and provisions specific to working with exceptional students, including but not limited to Giftedness, IEP's, and Section 504 service contracts. Provide oversight of department objectives within the educational mission of the school district and compliance with federal and state law.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Serve as Local Education Agency Representative at building level/outside provider level multidisciplinary team meetings as designated by the Director of Student Services.
• Assist with transition related activities for students transitioning to new grade levels including ensuring that records are transferred appropriately, scheduling building and/or classroom visits, arranging tours and paperwork compliance.
• Assist with transition related activities for Early Intervention students who will be enrolling in kindergarten. Responsibilities include assisting with determining services needed, attending IU Early Intervention transition meetings, ensuring that all state Early Intervention timelines and identification procedures are followed and assisting with the kindergarten registration process.
• Periodically review IEPs to ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with appropriate staff and serve as a resource to school teams.
• Maintain knowledge of pedagogy, particularly of practices successful with the exceptional learner.
• Collaborate with staff to provide a positive learning environment that is consistent with instructional goals and appropriate student achievement.
• Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively with parents, students, community and other staff.
• Accurately assess student progress, maintain records, and communicate with appropriate staff
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student records and classroom affairs as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Assist in interviewing applicants for special education positions including professional and instructional support staff.
• Comply with Title 22 Professional Standards and Practice, mandated reporting, district policies and established building procedures.
• Lead annual 504 service agreement meetings and maintain document writing.
• Serve as internal Applied Behavior Analysis coach, including collaboration with outside agencies, continuing with best-practices recommended within classrooms.

SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Demonstrate ability to use various student data to inform instructional practices.
2. Participate in professional growth opportunities that satisfy district requirements and expectations of a professional.
3. Encourage a positive, mutually supportive home-school-community relationship.
4. Make annual budget recommendations regarding the purchase of educational materials.
5. Efficiently take precautions to protect students, utilize and maintain building facilities, equipment, supplies, and materials.
6. Perform other reasonable duties and assignments as assigned by the Director of Student Services.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMPETENCIES

• Organization
• Detail Oriented
• Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
• Thoroughness
• Time Management

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Compensation and conditions of employment as per agreement between Shippensburg Area Education Association and Shippensburg Area School District.