Special Education Compliance Coordinator at Maya Angelou PCS SY 25-26

Maya Angelou Schools/See Forever Foundation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking a Special Education Compliance Coordinator to oversee compliance and programming within their Special Education department. The role requires strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, focusing on supporting students with exceptionalities. Responsibilities include supervising aides, tracking IEP compliance, and engaging with families. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s Degree in Special Education or a related field and at least 5 years of experience in the field.

Benefits

Health Coverage

HSA/FSA

Dental

Vision

Disability Options

Commuter Benefits

401k Plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in special education, with leadership or compliance experience preferred.
• Valid DC Special Education License or eligibility to obtain within one year.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coach 10–15 aides, ensuring clarity of roles and consistent IEP support implementation.
• Track IEP timelines, reevaluations, and service data to ensure compliance with IDEA.
• Engage with families, guardians, advocates, and legal reps professionally.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Data Analysis

Organization

Education

Master’s Degree in Special Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

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Organization Overview

Maya empowers opportunity and justice-involved youth to transform their lives through a restorative, relevant school experience emphasizing personalized academic support, well-being, and preparation for their post-Maya pathway. Our network of schools aims to help scholars thrive, not just succeed. For more information, visit www.seeforever.org.

Position Overview

The Special Education Compliance Coordinator will support compliance, programming, and staff supervision within our Special Education department, ensuring adherence to IDEA and FAPE guidelines. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to students with exceptionalities in an alternative school setting. Effective communication with families, advocates, and legal representatives is essential to maintain student-centered and legally compliant practices.

Responsibilities

1. Leadership & Oversight:
   • Supervise and coach 10–15 aides, ensuring clarity of roles and consistent IEP support implementation.
   • Manage aide coverage based on IEP mandates and student needs.
   • Coordinate with instructional teams and service providers to support students.
2. Compliance & Program Monitoring:
   • Track IEP timelines, reevaluations, and service data to ensure compliance with IDEA, OSSE, and DC regulations.
   • Maintain systems for progress monitoring and data collection.
   • Oversee IEP and BIP implementation fidelity across staff.
3. Communication & Advocacy:
   • Engage with families, guardians, advocates, and legal reps professionally and compassionately.
   • Lead IEP meetings, MDTs, and manifestation determinations with proper documentation.
   • Support families in understanding their rights and foster an inclusive environment.
4. Documentation & Writing:
   • Draft legal notices, meeting summaries, and formal letters accurately.
   • Maintain records for audits and quality reviews.
   • Meet deadlines for reports and data submissions.
5. School Culture & Team Collaboration:
   • Collaborate across departments to support students with exceptional needs.
   • Model and promote an inclusive, strengths-based approach.
   • Participate in professional development and leadership meetings.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Special Education, Educational Leadership, or related field (preferred)
• Bachelor’s Degree (required)
• Valid DC Special Education License or eligibility to obtain within one year
• Minimum 5 years in special education, with leadership or compliance experience preferred
• Expertise in IDEA, FAPE, ADA, Section 504, and DC regulations
• Experience supervising staff or leading teams
• Strong skills in writing, data analysis, and organization

Salary & Benefits

Salaries are competitive with other public charter schools in DC. Benefits include health coverage, HSA/FSA, dental, vision, disability options, commuter benefits, a 401k plan, and opportunities to impact students positively. We value diversity and are an equal-opportunity employer.