Coordinator, Elementary Special Education

Job Details

Starting Date:Jul 1, 2025

Job Description

Special Education Elementary Coordinator

REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education

SUMMARY OF POSITION: To coordinate the implementation of Elementary Special Education programs grade Pre-K through 5^th grade at the school and classroom level.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Master’s Degree or higher with a valid certificate in Educational Leadership.
2. Successful teaching experience working with students with disabilities.
3. Administrative experience preferred.
4. Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

1. Possesses knowledge of special education rules and regulations.
2. Possesses mediation and conflict resolution skills.
3. Possesses administrative and leadership ability.
4. Ability to work independently and exercise professional judgment in decision-making.
5. Ability to work under pressure in meeting schedules and deadlines.
6. Excellent written and oral communication and organization skills.
7. Ability to plan and provide Professional Learning activities.
8. Possesses technology skills necessary to perform job duties and Professional Learning activities.
9. Possesses personal characteristics and professional competencies to work successfully with students, parents, teachers, administrators and the public.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

• Works to ensure that all elementary special/regular education teachers meet IDEA compliance requirements.
• Supports the implementation of Newton County Special Education Procedures and Georgia Rules and Regulations for Exceptional Students.
• Works effectively with administration and special education staff in preparation of Individual Education Program (IEP) meetings and implementation of disciplinary procedures for students with disabilities.
• Facilitates positive collaboration between parents of students with disabilities and school staff and administration.
• Provide support in the implementation of the curriculum being used in elementary schools.
• Works with schools to develop schedules that ensure services are provided and FTE is maximized.
• Works with community agencies in the support of students with disabilities.
• Assists in the selection of specialized materials, assistive technology and other programs at the elementary level.
• Provides Professional Learning and ongoing support in the area of development of Individual Education Programs (IEP).
• Collaborates with Elementary Special Education Coordinator, IDEA Coordinator, Transition Specialist, and Special Education Instructional Coaches
• Works cooperatively with Georgia Academy for the Blind, Atlanta Area School for the Deaf, and other private facilities to ensure appropriate services.
• Prepares and submits required reports as assigned by the Director of Special Education and the Georgia DOE.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education.

Administrator > Director/Coordinator/Manager

Job Requirements

• At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Ms. Brooke Dial , Director of Special Education
• Special Education Department
• Email: dial.brooke@newton.k12.ga.us