Special Education Compliance Coordinator

In collaboration with the Leadership team, Special Education registrar, and other staff, the Special Education Compliance Coordinator will lead compliance monitoring (document quality, timelines, data collection, reporting), support professional development and technical assistance on compliance, and support staff with compliance. In addition, the Special Education Compliance Coordinator supports appropriate programming for transferring students in conjunction with the Enrollment Team, Leadership Team, students’ documents, and students’ needs. Assists in gathering student data required for reporting. Makes and implements student centered decisions in accordance with all state laws and regulations and state procedures and policies. This is a virtual position, but some in-person work will be required throughout the year.

ELIGIBILITY: Open to residents of Michigan 

• Maintain accurate records of special education services, IEPs, evaluations, and compliance documentation
• Stay informed about federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to special education
• Attend relevant trainings offered by county agencies and the department of education to stay current on regulations and best practices
• Develop and facilitate professional development and training on varied Special Education compliance
• Conduct regular audits and reviews to ensure compliance with special education policies and procedures
• Coordinate with the Enrollment team, manager and registrar to understand volume and needs of newly enrolling Special Education students
• Gather existing documentation, and collaborate with the Leadership Team and Special Education Team to assign students to caseloads
• Coordinate and assign accommodations with the State Testing Coordinator and Operations Team
• Provide on-site support at state testing sites
• Review all Special Education documents, including IEPs, for compliance and quality and provide timely feedback and coaching to Special Education teachers prior to IEP meetings
• Act as district representative at IEP meetings
• Assist Special Education teachers with compliance communications as needed
• Monitor Special Education staff compliance with timelines and data collection
• Use data to inform decision-making and improve services for students with disabilities
• Partner with Special Education staff during IEP meetings and provide feedback regarding compliance with IEPs
• Partner with Principals to ensure communication and consistency in general education and Special Education programming
• Collaborate with Operations Manager, and State Reporting Specialist to gather/enter all needed data into school, state and federal systems
• Participate in trainings and meetings held by the ACCEL Special Education team
• Contribute to policies and procedures
• Perform all other job duties as assigned

Skills/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in special education, master’s degree preferred
• Current Michigan Special Education Teacher Certificate/ Experience as a Coordinator or Administrator preferred
• Strong understanding of federal and state laws governing special education (e.g., IDEA, ADA)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite Products
• Ability to handle confidential information responsibly and exhibit sound judgment while maintaining that confidentiality
• Knowledge of the philosophies, objectives, and techniques in the field of special education
• Communication skills – ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, in writing and verbally
• Ability to maintain records, and prepare reports and correspondence related to the work
• Interpersonal skills – cooperative, courteous, flexible, good natured, and concerned with being helpful and making a good impression and to represent Accel Schools in a positive manner
• Effective work skills – conscientious, persistent, resourceful, productive, active, and able to develop effective working relationships
• Basic Math skills
• Technology skills – must have essential technology skills, i.e. skilled at using PC computer, laptop, communication devices/technology and other software
• Experience in working on a network using window programs such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Ability to learn and utilize new software programs as systems are upgraded and acquire new skills through independent study, professional training, and from team members
• Ability to work in a diverse environment with regular change and continuous improvement
• Ability to work in a confidential, honest, and loyal manner
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team
• Ability to organize assigned tasks for maximum efficiency
• Demonstrated leadership and management ability
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure, effectively prioritizing and executing tasks to meet deadlines consistently
• Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks

It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.