ABOUT ALLIANCE COLLEGE-READY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Alliance College-Ready Public Schools is one of the largest and most successful nonprofit public charter school networks in the nation, operating 26 high-performing, public charter middle and high schools that educate nearly 13,000 scholars from Los Angeles’ most underserved communities. Alliance schools have been recognized as among the best in the nation by US News & World Report, Newsweek, the U.S. Department of Education, and the California Department of Education. Since opening its first school in 2004, 95% of Alliance scholars have graduated from high school and been accepted to college. We strive to truly change the life trajectories of our scholars and communities. Now is the time to join our collaborative community to make long-lasting change across Los Angeles. Come teach at Alliance, where teachers achieve and scholars succeed.
ROLE SUMMARY
The Special Education Coordinator is an integral part of the school’s instructional leadership team and is responsible for overseeing programs that provide educational assistance to children with mental, psychological, learning, behavioral, or physical disabilities. With specialized expertise in the instruction of students with special learning needs within or outside the mainstream classroom, the Coordinator collaborates with the site administrator/s and teachers to ensure that the needs of all students are met. The Coordinator works under the direction of the school site principal, Director of Inclusion & Special Education, and Director of Diverse Learner Compliance to develop a comprehensive suite of resources and processes for the identification, placement, and support of students across the spectrum of academic ability. In addition, the Special Education Coordinator will maintain and monitor special education data for the school site.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain and develop knowledge of current Special Education regulations and best practices
Provide professional development, coaching, consultation, and resources to special education teachers regarding placement, curriculum, and procedures.
Analyze assessment results to drive instruction and IEP development
Schedule and facilitate IEP meetings collaboratively and professionally and translate meetings when necessary
Support general education teachers and administrators in the implementation of appropriate strategies to meet the needs of students with IEPs
Create and maintain Special Education documentation as required by federal, state, district, and CMO regulations (and LAUSD).
Develop and assist with appropriate behavior management techniques for students with special needs
Mentor Resource Specialists (education specialists) at assigned school sites.
Manage the school’s caseload and/or guide education specialists at the site on the development of Individual Education Programs and Individual Transition Plans following federal, state, and district standards
Manage the school’s IEP caseload in the district’s data management program (i.e. Welligent )
Ensure IEP timeline compliance of caseload
Complete monthly Alliance internal reporting documents for assigned site (e.g. 2939 report)
Manage relationships with outside vendors to ensure students receive all individually prearranged IEP services (i.e. Occupational Therapy, Language and Speech, etc.)
Develop positive relationships with parents and families to engage them in the IEP process and keep them updated on student progress
Influence the Response to intervention (RTI) and Student Success Team (SST) process
Manage and/or assist with the development of 504 plans at the assigned site
Other duties/projects as assigned by a school administrator and/or the Alliance Director of Special Education
Oversee Special Education Data Systems
Analyze Alliance achievement data to identify special education programs and service needs.
Assist with IEP data for LAUSD.
Maintain and monitor caseload compliance in Welligent
Update special education student’s information data systems.
Track and monitor grades, and other achievement data for students in the special education program
Assist with other duties as assigned.
THE STRONGEST CANDIDATES WILL HAVE
Believe. Hold the belief that all scholars, regardless of their economic or social demographics, deserve a quality education and can earn a four-year college degree.
Social Justice. Desire to be a part of Alliance’s social justice mission, integrating anti-racist, student-centered instruction, and working in systemically underserved communities in Los Angeles.
Culture. Demonstrate an ability to develop a positive, achievement-oriented, supportive, and collaborative culture of high expectations that motivates and inspires scholars to learn at college-preparatory levels.
Expertise. Have strong academic content expertise, instructional and classroom culture skills, and in-depth knowledge of effective evaluation and assessment techniques to drive scholarly learning. Thrive in an environment of high expectations and collaboration.
Mindset. Hold a growth mindset and commit to continuously honing their craft.
Relationship-Building. Have strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills with both children and adults.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Special Education or related field.
A valid California Education Specialist Credential is required.
3+ years of experience working with students with special needs.
1+ years of experience coaching and observing teachers (Leadership role – Department Chair, Mentor Teacher, etc.).
BENEFITS
We strive to be the best employer possible by offering excellent benefits for our employees and their families. Please click
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Professional Development: At Alliance, we believe in supporting staff growth and provide substantial school-based and network-wide professional development support to staff.
Recognition: Provide special recognition to staff who demonstrate their dedication inside and beyond the school.
COMPENSATION
$91,125.00 - $112,500.00
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested candidates should submit an application. Please note that only candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.
** PLEASE NOTE: Alliance College-Ready Public Schools requires that all team members be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for the safety of our students, family, and staff. Team members may apply to seek a medical exemption. Regardless of your current vaccination status, our team can advise you on how to fulfill this important requirement so that you can start the position in a timely way. **
Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the requirements, women and other underrepresented people tend to only apply when they match every criterion. If you think you meet some of the qualifications, but don't necessarily check every box in the job description, we encourage you to still apply. If you have questions contact the Staffing Team at JoinUs@laalliance.org
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Alliance College-Ready Public Schools are tuition-free public charter schools that do not discriminate against any scholar, parent, community member, or staff member based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.