Specialist, Section 504 Programs

Esd113; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is seeking a Section 504 and Homebound Programs Specialist to provide consultative and compliance support for Section 504 and Homebound programs district-wide. Under supervision, this role ensures programs align with BOE policies across schools and departments.

The position involves training, data review, and coordination with multiple CMS departments, with travel to district buildings as required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Three years of school-based experience with 504/EC programs.
• Leadership in 504/EC compliance at school level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures.
• Support Section 504 teams with consultation and problem solving.
• Review Section 504 documents for accuracy, quality, and compliance.
• Audit and monitor student documentation for federal compliance.
• Develop and deliver professional development for school-based Section 504 liaisons and coordinators.
• Coordinate referrals to CMS departments such as testing, nursing, transportation, and related services.
• Represent Section 504 programs at school, department, and community events/meetings.
• Provide technical platforms support for 504 data (e.g., SE504, PowerSchool).

Skills

Consultation

Data reporting

Collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in school counseling, social work, psychology or education

Three years of school-based experience with Section 504 or Exceptional Children programs

Leadership in 504/EC compliance at school level (preferred)

Tools

PowerSchool

Success Ed SE504

Job description

The Section 504 and Homebound Programs Specialist, under general supervision, performs complex work with limited decision-making discretion providing consultative and compliance support for Section 504 and Homebound programs, ensuring programs are supported across schools, departments, and the community. Employee performs district-level work to carry-out Board of Education policies under the direction of the Executive Director of Student Services.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Certified Schedule/ Full-time, 12 months

Reports To

Executive Director of Exceptional Children

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Support Section 504 teams to develop quality academic, mental health, and behavioral programs through consultation and problem solving
• Assist with training related to compliance, quality of plans, and technical platforms used for documentation
• Collaborate with the Section 504 Program Manager to provide technical and compliance support to schools
• Review Section 504 documents for accuracy, quality, and compliance
• Audit and monitor student documentation as maintained by schools for federal compliance and report data to federal and state agencies
• Provide technical assistance with and support for electronic platforms utilized for recording Section 504 data
• Develop and support effective processes to improve data collection and reporting
• Review and audit manifestation determination reviews for compliance
• Manage the school-based segment of the homebound process including collaboration with healthcare agencies
• Create and deliver professional development for school-based Section 504 liaisons and coordinators based on legal requirements, as well as immediate and ongoing needs
• Coordinate, process, and distribute student referrals to other CMS departments such as state testing, nursing, transportation, and related services
• Represent Section 504 programs at school, department, and community events/meetings
• Coordinate with the CMS legal department and district learning community administration on grievances/hearings, Office for Civil Rights (OCR) complaints, and school board placement hearings
• Support technical platforms used in Section 504 programs such as Success Ed (SE504) and PowerSchool
• Respond to department-specific questions regarding operations or general inquiries using ticketing systems
• Provide intermittent support for vacancies of school-level staff
• Perform related work as assigned or required

# of Jobs 1.00

Teacher Scale Y

Minimum Educational Requirements Masters

Term 12 Month

Additional Job Information

Education and Experience

• Master's Degree in school counseling, social work, psychology or education required

• Three (3) years of experience in school-based work with Section 504 or Exceptional Children programs required
• Leadership in Section 504 or Exceptional Children compliance at school level preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Special Requirements

• Valid NC license in school counseling, school social work, school psychology, or education required
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings

In compliance with Federal Law, Charlotte - Mecklenburg Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.