Special Education Leadership & Staff Development Coach

Olathe Schools; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Olathe Public Schools is seeking a Special Services Coordinator to lead collaboration across departments, focusing on student achievement and IDEA compliance. You will work with building administrators to implement MTSS and coordinate program services within schools and alternative programs.

The role involves staff development, IEP facilitation, and leadership of special services teams, reporting to the Executive Director of Special Services.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Special Education or related area.
• Kansas certification and experience in LD, ED, Gifted and/or Autism.
• Kansas certification in Building Level Leadership.
• Knowledge of State and Federal regulations for Part B services for students with exceptionalities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Learning Services staff to drive student achievement initiatives and MTSS processes.
• Coordinate special services programs and assess best practices in instruction and behavior.
• Provide staff development on collaboration, co-teaching, and IDEA processes.
• Supervise and coordinate departments within Special Services and plan professional development days.
• Offer information and training on special education legal requirements and processes.
• Facilitate IEP team meetings when consensus is needed.
• Serve as a contact for families of students receiving special education services.
• Manage HR tasks including screening applicants and staff development planning.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Data analysis

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Master’s in Special Education

KS Building Level Leadership certification

Experience with LD/ED/Autism

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Olathe Public Schools is seeking a Special Services Coordinator to lead collaboration across departments, focusing on student achievement and IDEA compliance. You will work with building administrators to implement MTSS and coordinate program services within schools and alternative programs.

The role involves staff development, IEP facilitation, and leadership of special services teams, reporting to the Executive Director of Special Services.