Special Education Coordinator

Dudley-Charlton-Regional-School-Distric; Charlton (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Dudley-Charlton Regional School District seeks a Special Education Coordinator for Charlton Middle School in Charlton, MA. This full-time role covers 200 days plus 17 additional days, with responsibilities spanning the administration of special education programs and IEPs, staff supervision, and district-wide collaboration.

The coordinator ensures IDEA compliance, chairs IEP meetings, manages caseloads, and coordinates services among teachers and providers.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Responsibilities

• Ensures all aspects of compliance and monitoring with IDEA and related special education law, regulation, and policy for students ages 6-22 years, as assigned
• Chairs IEP Team meetings and acts as the local educational agency (LEA) representative
• Develops and delivers professional development to special education staff as needed

Education

Master degree

Job description

Special Education Coordinator

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Job Details

Job ID: 5911706

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 01, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Special Education Coordinator

200 Days, School Year (183 days) plus 17 additional days

Director of Pupil Personnel Services

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supervises the special education process and procedures from initial referral to eligibility determination to implementation of Individualized Education (IEP) plans.
• Assists the Pupil Personnel Director by assuming responsibility for administrative details related to effective and efficient operations of special education programs and services in the district.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures all aspects of compliance and monitoring with IDEA and related special education law, regulation, and policy for students ages 6-22 years, as assigned
• Maintains electronic IEP database of all students on assigned caseloads
• Chairs IEP Team meetings and acts as the local educational agency (LEA) representative
• Defines service/program proposal in the event of a Team disagreement
• Oversees the development of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities, as assigned
• Coordinates special education services among teachers and service providers
• Develops and delivers formal and informal professional development to special education classroom teachers and paraprofessionals as needed
• Supports administrators in the supervision and evaluation of special education professional and/or support staff
• Identifies special education staffing needs in conjunction with building administrators through careful assessment of data, programs and personnel
• Consistently reviews special education data to make informed decisions to improve student achievement
• Establishes effective relationships and communication with families of students with disabilities
• Develops and maintains scheduling/servicing of special education students, in conjunction with service providers and special education teachers
• Participates in the design, implementation and evaluation of specialized programs under the supervision of the Director
• Coordinates DESE’s compliance review activities, when appropriate, for assigned caseloads, as part of a System Audit or School Instructional Review
• Reports to building staff on DESE initiatives/indicators, audits, and inquiries, as assigned and appropriate to caseload
• Assists the Special Education Department in the selection and administration of assessment tools to evaluate students’ functional abilities / present levels of performance
• Provides actionable feedback to staff members on progress reports and evaluation assessments for accuracy and appropriateness
• Fosters collaboration among teachers and paraprofessionals, through regular meetings
• Organizes and coordinates MCAS administration relative to accommodations of students with IEPs, as well as those participating in an alternate assessment
• Demonstrates ethical and professional behavior at all times and follow the policies and procedures as outlined by the school committee and district administration.
• Formulates and provides guidance for ESY services with other members of the Special Education Department.
• Performs other duties at the discretion of the Director of Pupil Personnel Services

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $95,000 to $100,000 Per Year

Job Categories:

Administration > Director/Coordinator/Manager

Job Requirements

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Heather Harriman
• 68 Dudley Oxford Road
• Dudley, Massachusetts 01571
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]