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Specialist, Exceptional Student Education, (Child Find) @ The School District of Lee County

Fort Myers, FloridaOnsiteFull-time
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• Master’s degree in education or a related field. • Three (3) years of experience in ESE teaching or as a speech/language pathologist, social worker, or school psychologist. • Valid Florida teaching certificate in at least one area of Exceptional Student Education (ESE) or student services. • Proven experience successfully managing business/department functions and staff preferred. • Industry certification preferred. • Lean Six Sigma Certification preferred.. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find acceptable. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills and public speaking skills; analytical, mathematical, organizational, and prioritization skills; flexibility and adaptability in dealing with rapidly changing priorities and demands. • Knowledge of and the ability to interpret and enforce pertinent regulations, policies, and procedures for the functional area of assignment. • Knowledge of and experience using multiple project management tools and methodologies. • Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws/regulations related to student and employee privacy, public information, and records retention. • Ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical personnel. • Ability to deliver high-quality customer service in a timely and professional manner. • Ability to work a flexible schedule in outdoor and indoor environments to accommodate client needs, including working from home. Revised: 1/26/21 Responsibilities

• Provide screenings for children and make referrals for evaluation. • Communicate with parents, caregivers, and agencies regarding the status of a child and work collectively to develop strategies to ensure a smooth transition into the school system. • Create public awareness of Child Find services through outreach to physicians’ offices, child care providers, and community agencies serving preschool children. • Design and deliver inservice and follow-up procedures for parents and child care providers about strategies that address areas of concern. • Assist in maintaining the Children’s Registry and Information Systems records to report to the Department of Education. • Facilitate and coordinate the status of a child’s progress from the initial referral to the appropriate placement with FDLRS, parents, and District placement. • Perform Medicaid administrative claims reimbursable activities as directed in accordance with Chapter 3 of the federally approved School District Administrative Claiming (SDAC) Guide. Revised: 1/26/21

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