Special Education Coordinator

Goodwill Industries of Michiana; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill Excel is seeking a Special Education Coordinator in Indiana to lead and oversee the implementation of Special Education services, ensuring IEP compliance and quality. You will guide teachers, collaborate with life coaches, and monitor outcomes to support adult learners pursuing diplomas and industry certificates.

You will work with a dynamic team to foster an inclusive learning environment, coordinate professional development, and engage with community partners to expand resources for

Qualifications

• Experience developing and implementing IEPs with emphasis on compliance and quality.
• Ability to collaborate with teachers, life coaches, and staff to foster an inclusive learning environment.
• Proven track record coordinating academic and personal counseling for student growth.
• Strong data-driven approach to monitor and improve outcomes in SPED services.
• Experience facilitating professional development for educators.
• Engage with community partners to expand resources for students.
• Oversee documentation and reporting to ensure transparency in program operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of IEPs to ensure compliance and quality standards.
• Collaborate with teachers and life coaches to support adult learners in an inclusive environment.
• Coordinate with educational staff to deliver tailored academic and personal counseling for student success.
• Monitor and evaluate effectiveness of Special Education services with data-driven adjustments.
• Facilitate professional development sessions for educators and promote best practices.
• Engage with community partners to expand resources and opportunities for students.
• Oversee documentation and reporting processes to maintain transparency in program operations.

Skills

IEP development

Collaboration

Counseling coordination

Data-driven evaluation

PD facilitation

Community partnerships

Documentation & reporting

Job description

Join us at Goodwill Excel and make a meaningful impact as a Special Education Coordinator. You'll lead and oversee the implementation of Special Education services, ensuring that every student receives the support they deserve. Collaborate with a dynamic and innovative team to guide Special Education teachers, ensuring the quality and compliance of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). While your role centers around program coordination and staff oversight, your leadership will be crucial in maintaining our high standards and fostering an inclusive learning environment.

At Goodwill Excel, we believe in empowering our students to change their lives through education, offering them a second chance to earn an Indiana Core 40 diploma. You'll be instrumental in supporting adult learners on their journey, working with life coaches and educators to provide academic and personal counseling. Your efforts will help students earn industry-recognized certificates and dual credit college courses, paving the way for their success. Let's work together to create opportunities and inspire growth within our community.

Compensation: $60,000

Qualifications

• Experience in developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) with a focus on compliance and quality.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, life coaches, and educational staff to foster an inclusive learning environment.
• Proven track record of coordinating academic and personal counseling services to enhance student success and growth.
• Strong skills in monitoring and evaluating Special Education services, using data-driven approaches to improve outcomes.
• Experience in facilitating professional development sessions for educators, promoting innovative and best teaching practices.
• Ability to engage with community partners to expand resources and opportunities for students, strengthening support networks.
• Proficiency in overseeing documentation and reporting processes to maintain transparency and accountability in program operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to ensure compliance and quality standards.
• Collaborate with teachers and life coaches to provide comprehensive support for adult learners, fostering an inclusive educational environment.
• Coordinate with educational staff to deliver tailored academic and personal counseling, enhancing student success and growth.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of Special Education services, making data-driven adjustments to improve outcomes.
• Facilitate professional development sessions for educators, promoting best practices and innovative teaching strategies.
• Engage with community partners to expand resources and opportunities for students, strengthening our support network.
• Oversee the documentation and reporting processes to maintain transparency and accountability in program operations.