Special Education IEP Team Leader

TrulyHired; South Hadley (MA); On-site; USD 66,836 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School (PVPA) is seeking a Special Education Team Leader for the 2026-2027 school year. This full-time role manages the IEP process under the Director of Student Services, leading the IEP team and related communications.

The ETL collaborates with special education liaisons, guidance counselors, families, and sending districts to ensure compliant evaluations and smooth transitions for students with IEPs, while maintaining strong partnerships with

Qualifications

• Massachusetts DESE Special Education certification or equivalent.
• Experience developing Individualized Education Plans.
• Knowledge of transition planning.
• Experience with culturally diverse populations.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and facilitation skills.
• Experience with secondary students is desirable.
• Familiarity with the IEP evaluation process and current laws.

Responsibilities

• Chair IEP Team meetings.
• Complete documentation from team meetings.
• Develop, write, and review IEPs.
• Maintain regular communication with staff and administration involved in the team process.
• Collaborate with liaisons, counselors, and families for evaluations.
• Coordinate with sending districts to facilitate transitions for students with IEPs.
• Engage families in the IEP process.
• Build relationships with general education staff.
• Provide routine collaboration with SPED support staff.
• Maintain contact with the Student Services Office.
• Attend trainings and department meetings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Facilitation

Communication

Education

Massachusetts DESE Special Education certification

Job description

Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School (PVPA) is seeking a Special Education Team Leader for the 2026-2027 school year. This full-time role manages the IEP process under the Director of Student Services, leading the IEP team and related communications.

The ETL collaborates with special education liaisons, guidance counselors, families, and sending districts to ensure compliant evaluations and smooth transitions for students with IEPs, while maintaining strong partnerships with