Teacher Special Education Coordinator
Job Description
The NET Charter High School
Special Education Coordinator (Certified; Full time)
Job Description
The NET Charter High School
The NET Charter High School serves students who have dropped out of or been expelled from high school or who have struggled academically or behavioral in traditional settings. The school’s name stands for: meeting Needs, raising Expectations, Training for life. Students at The NET earn a high school diploma and participate in internships with area employers in various fields. Our students leave school with the skills, confidence and experience to succeed in the career and education path of their choice.
Position Summary
Between 20-25% of NET students are identified as Special Education so The NET seeks an experienced and driven individual to lead the school’s special education program.
The NET’s Special Education Coordinator is responsible for:
- Program compliance with all state, federal, local, and organizational guidelines
- Managing child find, student evaluation and re-evaluation process
- Writing and Managing progress on IEPs and IEP goals
- Coordinating servicing for all eligible students
- Providing servicing to students including SLD, ED, and other students who struggle significantly with academics and/or behavior
Position Requirements:
Education & Experience
- 5+ years teaching experience with special education and/or at risk middle/high school students
- 2+ years leadership or coaching experience
- Experience working with special education students with a demonstrate record of improving their academic and behavioral skills
- Valid LA Special Education certification required
- BA, MA preferred
Skills & Approach
- Passion for improving educational opportunities for urban students and for being a part of a strong, mission-driven team
- Commitment to The NET’s mission, vision and values
- Excellent organization, communication, interpersonal and people management skills
- Skilled at program, monitoring and evaluation, workplanning, and execution
- Flexible and learning mindset dedicated to effectively & innovatively problem solving
Details
- Schedule: All full time NET positions are year-round; all positions are scheduled on campus for a 45 hour week, as a leadership position, this is the minimum hours expected, all school leaders work additional hours for planning and development.
- Salary: Initial salary range starts at $50,000 and is set based on years of experience and degrees. Future salary increases and bonuses are based on performance and responsibilities.
- Benefits: Comprehensive benefits and generous 403b retirement plan
- Reports to: Principal
