Special Education Coordinator

Granbury; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Granbury ISD seeks a highly qualified Special Education Director to oversee district-wide SPED programs and services. The role ensures compliance with state and federal requirements while directing program evaluation and budget planning.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in SPED administration, a Texas certificate, and a proven ability to lead professional development and collaborate with families and stakeholders to enhance student outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in education administration or special education.
• Valid Texas administrative certificate and SPED teaching credential.
• Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state special education laws.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all district special education programs, including related services.
• Monitor student progress and ensure data informs program improvements.
• Lead staff development and training for special education personnel.
• Coordinate curriculum renewal to meet student needs and compliance.
• Coach staff and oversee evaluation of performance for continuous improvement.
• Work with families and districts to maintain open communication regarding services.

Skills

Special needs understanding

Parent communication

Policy interpretation

Budget management

Professional development

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree

Administrative Texas Certificate

Texas SPED teaching certificate

Job description

***GRANBURY ISD requires three references from former employers, college professors, supervisors, etc. with at least a minimum of two references being from previous supervisors. Granbury ISDwill not accept references from friends or family members.***

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Assist in directing the district’s special education programs to ensure provision of services

for special education students. Monitor delivery of individualized education plans to meet the needs of identified students and ensure compliance with all state, federal, and local requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

Master’s degree

Appropriate administrative Texas Certificate

Valid Texas teaching certificate with special education endorsement

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Understanding of the individual needs of special needs students

Ability to communicate with all levels of special needs students and their parents

Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data

Ability to manage budget and personnel

Ability to coordinate district professional development

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Five years teaching experience in special education

Three years special education administrative or supervisory experience

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Supervision of special education programs such as homebound, speech therapy, related services and other identified special education programs and services

• Monitor special education teachers and paraprofessionals to ensure that student progress is evaluated on a systematic basis, and that the findings are used to make special education programs more effective
• Ensure that special education support staff implements program improvement efforts that are consistent with federal and state law
• Encourage and support the development of innovative instructional programs, helping teachers to pilot such efforts when appropriate
• Ensure that curriculum renewal is continuous and responsive to student needs
• Encourage and support the development and implementation of effective instructional programs to achieve identified needs
• Ensure that staff development is consistent with special education program needs

1. Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to gauge special education program effectiveness

1. Perform other duties as assigned by the Special Ed Director

Student Management

1. Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, and teachers concerning vital issues

Policy, Reports, and Law

1. Offer constructive suggestions to ensure that policies, state, and federal regulations support the teaching/learning process for students

1. Implement the policies established by federal and state law, Commissioner of Education rules, and local board policy in area of special education

Personnel Management

1. Secure consultants, specialists and other community resources for superintendent, principals, and instructional staff to assist in attaining objectives
2. Develop training options and/or improvement plans to ensure exemplary operations in the special education area
3. Conference regularly with assigned staff to discuss performance, jointly develop improvement objectives, and identify professional development and teaching opportunities
4. Effectively coach staff, providing technical assistance to principals, teachers, and encourage improved overall performance
5. Supervise the districts’ speech/language pathologists, related service personnel, homebound program, and coordinate the duties of the special education bilingual interpreter/translator with campuses

Communication and Community Relations

1. Serve as district liaison to community agencies providing services to students and notify parents and students of available services
2. Demonstrate openness and willingness to listen to parents and community members
3. Demonstrate awareness of district-community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs
4. Demonstrate a commitment to the mission of the district as it is communicated to the public

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent district wide travel and occasional statewide travel; continuous prolonged and irregular hours.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

District Benefits:

• Medical Insurance: TRS-Active Care/Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Supplemental Voluntary Health & Life Insurance Products
• District Paid $25,000 Life Insurance
• State Personal Leave Days
• Local Sick Leave Days
• Texas Teachers Retirement System