Special Education Coordinator: IEP Compliance & Coaching

Anova Education; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) with employer match

Health savings account

Job summary

Sonoran Schools in Tucson, AZ is seeking an experienced Special Education Coordinator to support and strengthen programs across our Tucson campuses. The role emphasizes compliance with IDEA timelines, student outcomes, and coaching educators who serve students with disabilities daily.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Special Education or related field, Arizona certification, and at least 2 years in special education or case management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, School Psychology, Education, or a related field.
• Master’s degree is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of IDEA and Arizona special education requirements.
• Experience coordinating across multiple campuses is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor IEPs, MET documentation, evaluations, and student records for accuracy and compliance with IDEA timelines.
• Coordinating and facilitating initial and reevaluation MET and IEP meetings, ensuring required team members and service providers are involved.
• Supporting campus teams with Child Find, eligibility, placement, evaluation, and service requirements.
• Coaching and providing ongoing support to special education teachers and case managers on procedures, documentation, and best practices.
• Supporting administrators with IDEA discipline requirements, Manifestation Determination Reviews, FBAs, BIPs, and positive behavioral supports.
• Coordinating student transitions across grade levels, campuses, and into post-secondary life for students age 16 and older.
• Serving as a responsive and knowledgeable resource for families regarding special education services.
• Partnering with campus principals, school psychologists, SLPs, and related service providers to strengthen programs across both campuses.

Skills

Compliance knowledge

Coordinating across campuses

IEP processes

Staff coaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, School Psychology, Education, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Sonoran Schools in Tucson, AZ is seeking an experienced Special Education Coordinator to support and strengthen programs across our Tucson campuses. The role emphasizes compliance with IDEA timelines, student outcomes, and coaching educators who serve students with disabilities daily.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Special Education or related field, Arizona certification, and at least 2 years in special education or case management.