Primary Goal: 

The goal of this position is to work collaboratively with schools to address special education programming, procedural compliance, educational accountability, and instructional improvement for all students with disabilities. The Exceptional Children’s Coordinator is responsible for identifying, developing, and coordinating resources across the district in order to meet the needs of students who qualify for special education.  The position involves coordinating, monitoring the successful implementation of district initiatives, programs, and curriculum for students with disabilities to ensure district compliance with state procedures and federal law regarding the referral, identification, IEP development, placement, and services provided to students in Exceptional Children’s programs.  The Exceptional Children’s Coordinator performs a variety of professional, instructional, and leadership tasks to coordinate activities in the Department of Exceptional Children. 

Professional Qualifications:

• Master's degree in the field of Special Education preferred and/or extensive coursework in education. 
• Five or more years of teaching experience in special education, including program coordination and delivery of professional development, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Experience with providing instruction for students with disabilities.