Non Instructional/Support Services Job Number 460####### Start Date Open Date 07/01/2024 Closing Date General Definition of WorkThe Exceptional Children Coordinating Teacher, under limited supervision, supports Exceptional Children programming in schools and outside agencies. Coordinates, plans, and assists with instructional programs, providing support for all schools regarding compliance and maintaining an effective special education program consistent with state and federal guidelines, and related work. QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Salary/StatusCertified Schedule/Full-time, 10 monthsReports ToManager or Director of Exceptional ChildrenPlace of WorkThe normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.Essential Functions
- Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
- Provide support in the development of Individual Education Plans (IEP). Coordinate and attend IEP meetings as needed
- Coordinate the scheduling of Exceptional Children (EC) staff and resources
- Collaborate with compliance facilitators, designated at the school level, regarding paperwork
- Develop, coordinate, and monitor implementation of improvement plans at schools, as assigned
- Facilitate the implementation of progress monitoring in writing instructional plans
- Model evidence-based instructional strategies as it relates to Specially Designed Instruction
- Provide co-teaching support to Exceptional Children and general education teachers
- Develop and provide professional development related to instruction and accountability
- Provide support to beginning teachers and/or teachers that are new to the district
- Review and evaluate requests for district support and outside representation
- Review behavior packets to determine placement or service delivery needs
- Review compliance reports for accuracy and completeness
- Monitor the completion of assigned tasks in preparation for headcount
- Assist in the collection, analysis, and interpretation of data needed for planning student supports, reporting, determining service delivery, making student programming decisions, and providing professional development
- Responsible for updating all datapoints in dashboards and systems
- Participate in the development of the department's Continuous Improvement Performance Plan (CIPP)
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Acts as a liaison between school and Exceptional Children department
- Represent the district/LEA, as necessary
- Perform related duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, standards, and expectations of Exceptional Children programming
- Comprehensive knowledge and ability to interpret local, state, and federal regulations and laws pertaining to exceptional children
- Comprehensive knowledge on how to utilize appropriate data and information to make instructional decisions for students
- Knowledge on developing and implementing Individual Education Plan (IEP)
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of various learning styles, curriculum development and program evaluation, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning
- Skilled in the use of current software to include word processing, spreadsheets, and desktop publishing applications
- Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs
- Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
- Ability to conduct educational testing
- Ability to effectively lead/coach other adults to improve student achievement
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
- Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
- Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
- Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
- Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree required
- At least three years teaching experience required
- Valid NC Teaching Certification in Special Education required
- Master's degree in Special Education preferred
- Equivalent combination of education and experience
Special Requirements
- Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation
- Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings
# of Jobs 1.00 Teacher Scale Y Minimum Educational Requirements Bachelors Term 10 Month Additional Job Information Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
- Work requires the occasional exertion of up to ten pounds of force
- Work regularly requires exchange of accurate and detailed information through oral and written communication
- Constantly operates a computer and other office business equipment
- Ability to remain in stationary position for required meetings/work
- Ability to move to other work locations
- Visual acuity requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities
- Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications
- Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating standard office equipment, use of advanced technology
- Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions
- Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic)
- Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions
- Must be adaptable to performing under mild to high levels of stress
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