Special Education Coordinator (Grades 3-5)

Enfield Public Schools; Enfield (CT); On-site; USD 74,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Enfield Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Coordinator for Grades 3-5 to provide leadership in special education. The role involves overseeing compliance with state regulations, implementing effective instructional practices, and ensuring successful collaboration with families and staff. Ideal candidates will hold relevant Connecticut certifications and have a strong background in special education programming.

Qualifications

• Special education teaching experience required.
• Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, and Connecticut special education law.
• Experience with transition planning and positive behavior intervention supports preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with IDEA and Connecticut regulations.
• Coordinate Planning and Placement Team meetings.
• Provide professional development on inclusive practices.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Data-based decision-making

Interpersonal skills

Education

CT Certification: Intermediate Administrator or Supervisor (#092)

CT Certification: Comprehensive Special Education, PreK-12 (#165)

Tools

IEP development software

CT-SEDS (Connecticut Special Education Data System)

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Position Title: Special Education Coordinator (Grades 3-5)

Location: Enfield Public Schools, Enfield, CT

Reports To: Director of Pupil Services

Position Summary

The Special Education Coordinator for Grades 3-5 provides leadership and oversight for special education programming, ensuring compliance with IDEA and Connecticut state regulations. This role supports inclusive practices, data-driven instruction, and collaborative problem-solving to meet the diverse needs of students with disabilities.

• Administrators' Collective Bargaining Agreement is accessible HERE.
• Twelve-month position
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with IDEA, Section 504, and Connecticut special education regulations.
• Coordinate and facilitate Planning and Placement Team (PPT) meetings, ensuring timely evaluations, IEP development, and service delivery.
• Implement evidence-based instructional practices and multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS).
• Support the use of universal design for learning (UDL) and assistive technology to promote access to the general curriculum.
• Monitor student progress using data-based decision-making and adjust programming accordingly.
• Provide professional development and coaching to staff on inclusive practices, behavior supports, and legal compliance.
• Collaborate with families, general education staff, and community agencies to support student success.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with CSDE guidance and IDEA mandates.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• CT Certification:
• Intermediate Administrator or Supervisor (#092) (required)
• Comprehensive Special Education, PreK-12 (#165)
• Special education teaching experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, and Connecticut special education law and procedures.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with IEP development software and CT-SEDS (Connecticut Special Education Data System).
• Familiarity with CSDE's Special Education Procedures and Practices Manual.
• Knowledge of transition planning, functional behavior assessments (FBA), and positive behavior intervention supports (PBIS).
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Education Administration Programs

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