Inclusive Support Specialist | Fortune School of Education
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About the EmployerAbout the Employer Rex and Margaret Fortune School of Education is a comprehensive education system including, non-profit preschools, a network of tuition-free, public charter schools (TK-12th), and a school of education with a masters programs and educator preparations programs accredited by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. in Sacramento/San Bernardino County. We prepare students for college starting in preschool Transitional Kindergarten in San Bernardino and Sacramento Counties and are focused on closing the African American achievement gap. Our Mission To graduate high achieving students of good character prepared for college and citizenship in a democratic society. Our Vision To prepare teachers for service in public schools with competence and sensitivity that will enable them to develop students to their fullest potential. Our Approach At Fortune School our education philosophy is The Five Pillars--1) High Expectations, 2) Choice and Commitment, 3) More Time, 4) Focus on Results, 5) Citizenship. We follow this philosophy in all our academic programs in service to the wide range of people we serve from preschool to masters. Job SummaryJob Summary: The Inclusive Support Specialist will provide comprehensive services for the special education department under the direction of the Director of Special Education and Assistant Director of Special Education as appropriate by supporting duties to assist with administrative processes; providing assistance and information to Fortune staff, and parents by ensuring efficient operation of support functions; and coordinating assigned projects and department activities including the coordination of 504 Plans.Requirements / QualificationsPlease Review Full Posting for Essential Duties and Responsibilities. Education and Experience - Bachelor's degree or higher in related field - 3-5 years' experience, working with children and adolescents with and without disabilities. - Experience with 504's - Strong understanding of special education laws and regulations (IDEA, ADA, Section 504). - Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. - Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team. - Proficiency in crisis intervention and conflict resolution techniques. - Experience with data entry, basic outlook and word systems, power point, and excel experience Comments and Other InformationFortune School of Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant.