Special Education Coordinator

BASIS.ed; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Special Education Coordinator to lead their special education program at a new campus. This role involves ensuring compliance with regulations, managing the special education process, and collaborating with educators to provide exceptional support to students with disabilities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong educational background, excellent communication skills, and a passion for improving educational outcomes. Join a vibrant community committed to academic excellence and make a meaningful impact on students' lives in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Negotiable starting salary based on experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in special education or related field required.
• 1 year of related special education experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee compliance with state and federal special education regulations.
• Manage the special education process and support general education teachers.

Skills

Communication Skills

Conflict Resolution

Detail Oriented

Organizational Skills

Judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education

Master’s degree in Special Education

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

IEP Pro

EasyIEP

Job description

BASIS ED is a rapidly growing company and is always looking for qualified employees.

We seek highly motivated, talented candidates to join our staff and offer a competitive benefits package to our employees.

BASIS Plano and Richardson is seeking qualified candidates for a Special Education Coordinator to join our bright, passionate team at our launching campus for the 2025-2026 SY!

WE ARE NATIONALLY RANKED
BASIS Curriculum Schools have been consistently ranked among the best schools in the United States. It is a reflection of the quality of the BASIS Curriculum, dedication of our expert educators, and hard work of incredible students. Our schools offer students an education that prepares them according to the highest, most rigorous international standards.

BASIS Ed School teams offer an incredible opportunity to be deeply involved in an academic community that is dynamic, exciting and unpredictable. You’ll join others in a highly social, supportive and collaborative environment.

BASIS Ed is seeking a Special Education Coordinator whose primary responsibility will be to oversee the entire special education program at a school site. The academic program is consistently ranked among the top 10 programs nationally and is competitive on an international scale. The mission of BASIS Ed Schools is to provide an academically excellent and rigorous liberal arts college preparatory education to all Lower and Upper School students. It is imperative that our Special Education Specialists share our vision of improving the state of education in our country.

Primary Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Coordinating and assuring full state and federal compliance with all aspects of programming (identification, review, dismissal) for students with disabilities per the IDEA, Section 504 and the ADA;
• Providing direct special education services, as needed, and supervising itinerant service providers;
• Preparing and reporting accurate and timely data for internal and external regulatory purposes;
• Facilitating in the development and implementation of informal academic and behavioral intervention programs for individual students.

Job Qualifications:

POSITION SUMMARY

The role of the Exceptional Student Services Coordinator (ESS Coordinator) is to oversee all aspects of the Special Education (SPED) program at a school site, including programs under IDEA, Section 504, and EL such as identifying the need for, planning, and executing all standardized and child-specific testing for students suspected of or having a disability. ESS Coordinators ensure that school special education practices are aligned with all pertinent regulations and laws, maintain open communication channels with all parties involved, and provide school-site training. The ESS Coordinator may also work directly with students to identify and fulfill needed educational services and supports as part of a student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Comprehensively manage the student special education process including child find activities, the evaluation and identification process, the plan creation process, and the implementation and periodic review process under IDEA, EL, and Section 504.
• Participate in the Student Support Team (SST) programs, as appropriate.
• Oversee day-to-day tasks of Special Education Teacher and Special Education/ESS Assistants.
• Ensure specially designed instruction is consistent with individual student needs as articulated in the students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Provide guidance and professional development to general education teachers on student accommodation implementation, IDEA, FAPE, Child Find obligations, the student referral process, etc.
• Identify and serve English Learners (EL).
• Ensure compliance with all State and Federal Special Education requirements and deadlines.
• Schedule and facilitate parent meetings of students on a plan (EL, 504, IEP) or students being referred for consideration of ESS programming.
• Maintain all ESS paperwork and files.
• In collaboration with appropriate school leaders, schedule and facilitate all hearing and vision screenings for current ESS students.
• Schedule and facilitate student plan reviews (504, IEP, EL).
• Execute and oversee all school/location-specific programs, testing, and requirements, e.g., English Learners (EL) programs, Arizona English Language Learner Assessment (AZELLA).
• Provide or oversee the provision of accommodations for state and district testing, as outlined in student accommodation plans.
• Maintain appropriate communication with Head of School.
• Maintain regular, full, predictable attendance.
• Adapting and delivering specially designed instruction to eligible students with disabilities.
• Work with students with disabilities in a small group setting or 1:1 setting.
• Interact directly with students to fulfill IEP requirements.
• Fulfill required provisions in student plans, including service minutes, by providing specially designed instruction and facilitating other supports and/or related services.
• Providing case management services for students with disabilities including plan/program development provision and compliance.
• Supervise itinerant-related service providers.
• Coordinating and ensuring full state and federal compliance with all aspects of programming (identification, review, dismissal) for students with disabilities per the IDEA and Section 504.
• Preparing and reporting accurate and timely data for internal and external regulatory purposes.
• Supporting general education teachers and collaborating with administrators to ensure the availability of a FAPE to eligible students.
• Other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Required
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in special education or related subject matter (or 24+ credit hours in applicable subject matter with other degree).

Certifications and Credentials: Valid Fingerprint Clearance and current special education EC-12th certificate or the special education EC-6th certificate.

Experience: 1 year in a role with related special education job duties.

Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred
Education: Master’s degree in special education or related subject matter.

Certifications and Credentials: CPI or TACT-2.

Experience: 2+ years with related special education job duties in a similar-sized school.

Computer Skills: IEP Pro (AZ), SED’s, (BA), EasyIEP (DC), special education system used by the school to manage, special education process and 504 process.

• Accountable- Take responsibility for own work, establish trust, and be receptive to feedback.
• Communication- Effectively convey information both verbally and in writing; communicate in a manner that is clear, complete, and concise.
• Conflict Resolution- Deescalate high emotion situations; find common ground between conflicting viewpoints; demonstrate patience and flexibility.
• Cooperative- Seek out and engage in group participation to complete or improve work; work effectively with others in a positive and productive manner.
• Detail Oriented- Pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Efficient- Prioritize and execute day-to-day responsibilities to best meet business demands; maximize productivity and minimize wasted time.
• Judgment- Formulate a sound decision using the available information; effectively analyze data to improve student achievement.
• Organized- Develop and maintain order while documenting, filing, and coordinating tasks.
• Relatable- Build and maintain genuine, positive, and professional relationships; be respectful and inclusive in decision making; work well with others regardless of level, background, or opinions.

Benefits and Salary: Starting salary for this position is negotiable dependent on education and experience. BASIS Ed offers a comprehensive benefits package.