Special Education Supervisor and Behavior Coach

MEMSPA; Michigan; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MEMSPA is seeking a Special Education Supervisor and Behavior Coach to lead the district’s special education program, oversee evaluations, IEP implementation, and 504 compliance under the Superintendent’s supervision. The role includes managing PBIS implementation, staff coaching, and district-wide program development.

The position combines half-time roles in Special Education supervision and behavior coaching, requiring strong collaboration with staff to support student success and compliance

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate special education evaluations and 504 compliance.
• Oversee development and monitoring of quality IEPs and related services.
• Ensure timelines and records align with IDEA and state regulations.

Job description

Special Education Supervisor and Behavior Coach

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Special Education Supervisor and Behavior Coach will be responsible for facilitating phases of the district’s special education program, including the leadership and organization of special education evaluations, support services, IEP program implementation, and 504 compliances in accordance with various State and Federal regulations under the supervision of the Superintendent of Schools. The Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Special Education Supervisor and Behavior Coach include, but are not limited to:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Specific to Special Education Supervisor (.5 FTE)

• Maintain and communicate an informed vision of success for all students while treating all persons with civility, respect, and dignity.
• Monitor, evaluate, and ensure development and implementation of quality IEPs and provision of a free appropriate public education, Section 504 Plans, and other similar plans to facilitate active learning and student success.
• Oversee compliance with evaluation and IEP timelines and update all necessary records accurately and completely as established by regulations (IDEA, Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education), policies, procedures, and the Delta Schoolcraft Intermediate School District Special Education Plan.
• Contribute to practices and norms that help build specific district programs as well as bridging all of Manistique Area Schools’ programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Specific to Behavior Coach (.5 FTE)

• Establish routines that support and recognize habits of reflective practice, self-assessment, and personal renewal.
• Assist staff in interpreting curriculum expectations including Positive Behavior Intervention Systems (PBIS), selecting appropriate instructional and social-emotional resources, developing differentiation strategies, and making the curriculum relevant for all students per the District’s Curriculum and Continuous Improvement Plans.
• Use working knowledge of effective instruction in establishing school processes and routines that engage teachers/staff in regular monitoring of student progress and evaluation, adaptation, and improvement of instructional strategies which meet the individualized needs of students.
• Manage student behavior in the environment by supporting and enforcing rules and procedures.
• Collaborate with peers to develop meaningful professional development in best practices for social, emotional learning based on the needs of students.
• Identify tiers (I, II, III) that need support and develop a plan for that support (e.g. reinforcing replacement behaviors in the cafeteria, playground etc.)
• Act as the point-person for behavior crisis related responses when appropriate.
• Respond to significant disruptions.
• Be available to students who are in crisis in our regular education program and provide them with the necessary support.
• De-escalate significant/disruptive social, emotional, and behavioral responses in students and then reinsert the student into their classroom as appropriate.
• Collaborate with administrators, faculty, and other staff to develop alternatives to in-school and out-of-school suspension.
• Check in with identified students to measure their progress, recognize their achievement, and express encouragement and empathy.
• Always keep the needs and rights of children first and foremost in the educational setting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities – General

• Learn and use emerging technologies to increase productivity, develop leadership, and expand staff use of technology.
• Provide leadership, advocacy, and creative solutions for the school’s use of technology to improve parent and community involvement, expand student learning opportunity, improve the monitoring and communication of student progress, and adapt the teaching and learning environment for better student results.
• Maintain discipline as appropriate for students with an IEP or 504 plan in accordance with the policies and disciplinary systems of Manistique Area Schools.
• Prepare required reports on students and activities
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs.
• Establish and communicate clear learning objectives for all learning activities.
• Manage student behavior during transition times and before and after school as assigned.
• Actively participate in a variety of district meetings including those that are mandatory.
• Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds.
• Encourage parent and community involvement, obtain information for parents when requested, promptly return phone calls, and answer emails.
• Participate in appropriate professional activities
• Provide supervision of students, as designated and assigned.