Special Education Coach: IEP Planning & Inclusion

Wake County Public School System; Wake Forest (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County Public School System is seeking a Special Education Coordinator to oversee instructional programs for students with disabilities and manage IEP processes, ensuring compliance with FERPA, state, and federal laws.

The role emphasizes collaboration with staff, development of IEPs, progress monitoring, and training on evidence-based strategies. NC licensure in Exceptional Children's teaching is required, with strong communication and problem‑solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college/university.
• Knowledge of IEP development and FERPA compliance.
• Strong collaboration and communication abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Apps.
• Ability to monitor student progress and adapt instruction.

Responsibilities

• Develops IEPs for students with disabilities; implements the IEP and uses diagnostic information to update IEPs.
• Implements instructional strategies and progress monitoring tools for specially designed instruction.
• Assists students in completing curriculum tasks and IEP goals.
• Utilizes varied teaching methods and adapts materials to meet student needs.
• Monitors student behavior; maintains classroom discipline; teaches behavioral strategies.
• Evaluates student work and coordinates progress/report card grades.
• Attends IEP meetings and serves as a collaborative team member.
• Keeps abreast of trends and best practices through professional development.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

IEP development

FERPA compliance

Collaboration

Data confidentiality

Communication

Behavior management

Instructional strategies

MS Office proficiency

Educational technology

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Google Apps

Job description

Wake County Public School System is seeking a Special Education Coordinator to oversee instructional programs for students with disabilities and manage IEP processes, ensuring compliance with FERPA, state, and federal laws.

The role emphasizes collaboration with staff, development of IEPs, progress monitoring, and training on evidence-based strategies. NC licensure in Exceptional Children's teaching is required, with strong communication and problem‑solving skills.