Specially Designed Instructional Coordinator

Fountain; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulsa Public Schools is seeking a Specially Designed Instructional Coordinator to guide educators in implementing evidence-based strategies for students with disabilities.

The role emphasizes coaching, mentoring, and aligning instruction with IEPs, district goals, and data-driven improvement. Ideal candidates have a strong background in special education and district-wide professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in special education or a related field is required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Three (3) years of experience in special education, including implementation of specially designed instruction.
• Proven experience in mentoring, coaching, or providing professional development.
• Valid Oklahoma teaching certificate in Special Education (required at hire).
• Familiarity with federal and state special education laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coaches and mentors teachers in implementing specially designed instruction.
• Develops and delivers professional development for teachers and support staff.
• Monitors the fidelity of specially designed instruction implementation across the district.
• Supports alignment of instruction with IEPs and district goals.
• Analyzes student performance data to guide instructional coaching and targeted support.

Skills

Special education knowledge

Coaching/mentoring

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Education technology & data tools

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual in Spanish (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree in special education or related field

Master's degree preferred

Valid Driver's License

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Office Suite

Education data management tools

Job description

Specially Designed Instructional Coordinator

Tulsa Public Schools’ existing salary schedules provide career increment adjustments based on education/experience and/or years of creditable service. For more information about the salary for this specific position, please review the Salary Schedule for the corresponding Salary Grade (listed above).

Position Summary

The Specially Designed Instructional Coordinator serves as a guide and resource for educators to effectively implement specially designed instruction across the district. This role emphasizescoaching, supporting, and mentoring teachers in the use of evidence-based strategies andcurriculum to improve outcomes for students with disabilities. The Coordinator workscollaboratively with school teams and district leadership to ensure compliance, promoteinstructional fidelity, and enhance student achievement. This position is grant-funded;continuation is contingent on the availability of grant funding.

Key Functions

• Coaches and mentors teachers in implementing specially designed instruction
• Develops and delivers professional development for teachers and support staff
• Monitors the fidelity of specially designed instruction implementation across the district
• Supports alignment of instruction with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and district goals
• Analyzes student performance data to guide instructional coaching and targeted support

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in special education or a related field required
• Master’s degree preferred
• Valid Driver’s License required

Experience

• Three (3) years of experience in special education, including implementation of speciallydesigned instruction
• Proven experience in mentoring, coaching, or providing professional development

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Oklahoma teaching certificate in Special Education (required at hire)
• Familiarity with federal and state special education laws and regulations

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• In-depth knowledge of specially designed instruction and evidence-based practices forstudents with disabilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Office Suite
• Proficient in technology tools for education and data management
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with educators
• Ability to analyze data and use it to inform coaching and instructional decisions
• Open to change and applies critical thinking while developing solutions based on newguidelines, methods, and techniques
• Ability to manage both up and down and create buy-in from individuals with diverseperspectives and backgrounds

About Our District

At Tulsa Public Schools, our mission is to inspire and prepare every student to love learning, achieve ambitious goals, and make positive contributions to our world. We are the destination for extraordinary educators and staff who work with our community and families to ignite the joy of learning and prepare every student for the greatest success in college, careers, and life. Our core values of equity, character, excellence, team, and joy guide how we work and interact with our community.