Urban Special Education Coordinator: Impact & Growth

Uncommon Schools; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Uncommon Schools is seeking an Elementary and Middle School Special Education Coordinator in New Jersey. The role focuses on managing all aspects of Special Education programs, aligning services with IEPs, and advocating for student needs across grades K-8.

You will collaborate with general education teachers, families, and school leaders, maintain records, and ensure compliance with state and federal laws while supporting social-emotional development and academic growth.

Qualifications

• Interest in impacting K-12 urban students (1–2 years preferred).
• Academic expertise in Special Education or related fields (Humanities, Social Sciences, STEM).
• Bachelor's degree required; NJ certification eligibility and eventual NJ certification.

Responsibilities

• Review intake assessments to ensure services align with IEPs.
• Coordinate pull-out, push-in, small group, and 1:1 instruction.
• Schedule and facilitate IEP and pre-referral meetings.
• Manage evaluation process including observations and testing.
• Partner with general education teachers to advocate for 504/IEP accommodations.
• Maintain student records and prepare reports for regulatory agencies.
• Use standards-based data to refine curriculum and differentiate instruction.

Skills

Special Ed knowledge

Urban education experience

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Uncommon Schools is seeking an Elementary and Middle School Special Education Coordinator in New Jersey. The role focuses on managing all aspects of Special Education programs, aligning services with IEPs, and advocating for student needs across grades K-8.

You will collaborate with general education teachers, families, and school leaders, maintain records, and ensure compliance with state and federal laws while supporting social-emotional development and academic growth.