Special Education Programs Lead & IEP Coordinator

Ascension Parish School Board; Gonzales (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascension Parish School Board in Gonzales, LA seeks a Special Education Coordinator to lead district SPED programs, coordinate IEPs, and ensure compliance with federal and state requirements.

The role requires a Master’s degree and Louisiana teaching certification with 5+ years in SPED leadership or teaching, strong data analysis, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders. Full-time, on-site with potential district-related travel.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and/or National Board Certification.
• Louisiana Teaching Certificate.
• Special Education certification in one or more appropriate areas and, where applicable, state licensure.
• Additional criteria as established by School Board.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and implements school special education programs in collaboration with SPED Department and school personnel.
• Collaborates with school personnel in the placement of exceptional students in the least restrictive environment to appropriately meet their needs.
• Monitors instruction, schedules and management practices to ensure alignment with students’ identified needs.
• Facilitates and monitors the development and implementation of IEPs, ensuring timelines are met, safeguards are provided, and confidentiality is maintained.
• Facilitates appropriate transition services for special education students at all levels.
• Facilitates communication with school personnel and parents regarding special education programs and services.
• Facilitates completion of records, reports, and related paperwork within established guidelines to meet district, state and federal compliance.
• Collaboratively plans and delivers professional development activities for all personnel involved with special education programs and students.
• Collaborates with personnel in the selection of instructional materials, supplies and equipment to support the needs of students with disabilities.
• Assists in the development of policy, procedures and programs to meet the needs of exceptional children in accordance with federal and state regulations.
• Works cooperatively with principals and district instructional leaders in the identification of needs, planning, implementing, and evaluating Special Education programs in schools according to guidelines established by LDOE and district.
• Collaboratively plans and conducts professional development and provides technical assistance for the purpose of ensuring increased student achievement in the areas of reading and writing.
• Provides coordination with local (LEA) and state department of education (SEA) organizations to stay informed and maintain compliance with local, state and federal laws for addressing the needs of students with disabilities.
• Interprets, as appropriate, test results and statistical data concerning reading and writing to district instructional leaders, principals, staff, and/or communicating effectively, demonstrating objectives, expectations, and/or goals in support of the system’s initiatives.
• Maintains a variety of confidential and non-confidential manual and electronic lists and records for documenting and providing reliable information.
• Seeks out opportunities for professional development and conducts action research through PLCs to enhance proficiency.
• Challenges negative attitudes or practices to ensure all students are honored emotionally and academically.
• Provides courteous service to all internal and external customers and maintains confidentiality of records.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Skills

Goal setting

Clear communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Independent work

Coaching

Project planning

District goals

Data analysis

Education

Master's degree

National Board Certification

Louisiana Teaching Certificate

Special Education certification

State licensure

Job description

Ascension Parish School Board in Gonzales, LA seeks a Special Education Coordinator to lead district SPED programs, coordinate IEPs, and ensure compliance with federal and state requirements.

The role requires a Master’s degree and Louisiana teaching certification with 5+ years in SPED leadership or teaching, strong data analysis, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders. Full-time, on-site with potential district-related travel.