Special Education Coordinator

0200 Great Hearts Texas Recruiting; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies seeks a Special Education Campus Coordinator (6-12) at the Prairie View campus in Fort Worth, TX. The role leads SPED services, coordinates ARD/IEP processes, and supports SPED teachers and TAs while ensuring compliance and collaboration with families.

The position emphasizes strong leadership, data-driven planning, and cross-team coordination within a high-expectation school environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years of Special Education teaching experience.
• Campus leadership experience in Special Education.
• Experience coaching/mentoring teachers and providing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate ARD meetings, FIEs, and triannual IEP reviews with teams.
• Draft and maintain IEPs and related paperwork in compliance with guidelines.
• Lead SPED team and supervise SPED Teachers and TAs on caseloads.
• Collaborate with LSSP's, Diagnosticians, and administrators for evaluations.
• Monitor implementation of IEPs by general education staff.
• Provide guidance and support to families and staff throughout the process.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Communication

Mentoring

Professional development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Student Information Systems

IEP writing programs

MS Office Suite

Google

Job description

Position Title

Special Education Coordinator (6-12)

Location

Great Hearts Prairie View Upper School (9001 US-287, Fort Worth, TX 76131)

FLSA Status

Exempt, Full-Time

Role Overview

The Special Education Campus Coordinator (in collaboration with the Special Education Director, Regional Coordinator, and Campus Headmaster) will coordinate all aspects of the Child Centered Special Education Process on assigned campus. Ensure that the ARD/IEP process and the quality of programs for students with disabilities are in compliance with Federal, State, and Local requirements. The SPED Coordinator is a leadership role on campus and is the "Team Lead” of the Special Education Dept. While their supervisory role does not replace the supervision from the headmaster, their role does extend leadership in the specific areas where they have experience and expertise, namely: supporting SPED Teachers, facilitating ARD meetings, guiding the development of teachers and SPED TAs, compliance in terms of IEP paperwork, and the first level of advisement in challenging situations with students or parents. They also represent the final decision at the SPED departmental level in terms of organizational logistics and strategy.

Duties and Responsibilities Summary

Planning and providing specially designed instructions to students receiving special education and related services.

Collaborating with related service providers and general education staff in the implementation of accommodations and modifications.

Drafting and maintaining IEPs, Prior Written Notices, and potentially evaluation paperwork, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines.

Planning and facilitating meetings throughout the special education process.

Ongoing communication and collaboration with parents, staff, and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress.

Managing the transition of new enrollees eligible for special education and related services.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees the caseload distribution and assignment of students to the individual SPED Teachers' caseloads
• Ensures transfer procedure on all incoming students is complete.
• In collaboration with LSSP's, Diagnosticians, Related Service Providers, and Administration, coordinates and facilitates ARD Meetings, FIE's, and triennial IEP reviews:
• Conducting classroom observations
• Gathering data on referred students
• Facilitating transition of parent relationships from initial evaluation to IEP development in the event that students qualify for special education services
• Coordinates, facilitates, and executes annual IEP meetings for students on their caseload.
• Observes the general education teachers' consistent implementation of student IEPs on their caseload.
• Manages related service provider relationships for students on their caseload:
• Provides orientation to each service provider to our educational philosophy, school model, campus layout, etc.
• Coordinates with related service providers regarding evaluations, meetings, and services
• Follows up with service providers to generate IEP progress reports
• Serves as the academy lead of the SPED team, providing support to team members for the effective completion of individual and shared responsibilities.
• Reviews IEPs and Evaluation reports written by the SPED Teachers for accuracy
• Models and provides guidance to SPED Teachers on partnering with general education teachers
• Partners with the headmaster to provide written and oral evaluations to the SPED Teachers
• Leads the Special Student Services team to complete all EOY responsibilities to prepare for the proper rollover to the next year

Required/Preferred Education

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred

Required/Preferred Experience

Minimum 3-5 years of Special Education teaching experience. Campus leadership experience in Special Education. Experience coaching/mentoring teachers and/or providing professional development.

Required Certifications

Valid TX Special Education Certification and Generalist or Core Academic Subject Area relevant to grades served.

Required/Preferred Skills

Extensive knowledge of special education process, including state and federal timelines and compliance requirements.

High level of emotional intelligence.

Humility and skill with collaboration between multiple teams.

Conflict resolution and mediation.

Strong verbal and written communication skill.

Experience and speed with multiple platforms and computer programs (Student Information Systems, IEP writing programs, MS Office Suite, Google).

Physical Functions

Requires but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching. May be required to move or position equipment up to 15 pounds approximately.

Employment Conditions

US work authorization is required. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements. Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Great Hearts

At Great Hearts, our Special Education Teachers and Coordinators are integral members of our faculty, participating in all faculty-wide events and PD, while also bringing the specialized expertise that is necessary for the success of all our students. Great Hearts aims to serve all students within our special education population in a manner that affirms and reflects their dignity and rightful participation within the larger student body and academy. Through consultation, resource, inclusion, and co-teaching models in a variety of academic environments, the Special Education team provides essential support, following an Individualized Education Plan, to ensure each student is served in the least restrictive environment possible.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements. Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Our purpose is to cultivate the minds and hearts of students through the pursuit of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty. Great Hearts Academies leads the way in classical, liberal arts education. We are a growing network of charter schools and private Christian schools, expanding in existing and new regions across Arizona, Louisiana, and Texas.

Whether you are seeking teaching, leadership, or campus support opportunities, we have established a mission-driven culture and emphasis on learning and growing, professionally and personally. At Great Hearts, we provide a calling to shape the future through an education that fosters human flourishing and academic excellence.

We celebrate diversity and welcome individuals from all backgrounds—inside and outside education—who bring unique perspectives and ideas to enrich our community. Through meaningful conversations and collaboration, we foster a strong, supportive cohort of educators.

At Great Hearts, your passion and expertise will thrive in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Learn how you can grow both in mind and heart as an employee of Great Hearts.