About this role
Equality Charter School is seeking an experienced Special Education Coordinator with a strong understanding of special education compliance requirements in New York City DOE or charter school settings. We are looking for someone who will be a dedicated advocate for our scholars, effectively manage compliance requirements for students with disabilities (SWDs), and thoughtfully guide families through the IEP and Section 504 processes.
This position offers flexibility in work arrangements, with the option to work remotely 3–4 days per week and on-site at least one day per week, or to work fully in person, depending on the candidate's needs and preferences.
Key Responsibilities
Special Education Compliance and Coordination
- Coordinate, attend, and oversee all Committee on Special Education (CSE) processes and meetings, including initial evaluations, triennials, amendments, Manifestation Determination Reviews (MDRs), and annual reviews.
- Oversee the preparation, completeness, and quality of teacher reports and IEP meeting documentation.
- Collaborate with the CSE to ensure IEPs are current, accurate, and appropriately aligned with scholars' needs.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date records in SESIS and internal compliance tracking documents.
- Oversee the IEP goal-monitoring process to ensure consistent tracking and documentation of scholar progress.
- Meet periodically with case managers to monitor implementation of IEPs, appropriate interventions, and delivery of mandated services.
- Communicate and collaborate with families to support scholar success and guide them through special education processes.
- Coordinate with external service providers to ensure timely and appropriate delivery of mandated services.
- Oversee Section 504 processes and compliance, including the development, implementation, and monitoring of 504 plans.
- Coordinate special education transportation services to ensure eligible scholars receive appropriate transportation accommodations and services.
Education & Certification
- Bachelor's degree in a related field required
- Master's degree in a related field preferred
- New York State certification in the relevant subject area preferred
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Wellness benefits
- Financial Literacy benefit
- Flexible spending account
- Dependent Care account
- Commuter program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid Holidays
- Parental leave
- 1:1 Certification Support
Equality is an equal opportunity employer.
Please click on the links below to hear from our staff:
Gene Johnson, Middle School Principal (Finding a Permanent Home at Equality)
http://www.campusreel.org/colleges/equality-charter-school/video-share/finding-a-permanent-home-at-equality-charter-high-school-with-gene
Cristina Strahle, High School Spanish Teacher (Educational Equity)
http://www.campusreel.org/colleges/equality-charter-school/video-share/respect-and-trust-within-the-equality-charter-staff-with-cristina-strahle
Ciara Simmons, High School Career and Literacy (Why I Came to Equality)
http://www.campusreel.org/colleges/equality-charter-school/video-share/why-i-came-to-equality-and-why-i-stayed-with-ciara
Want to learn more? Check out the links below to learn more about Equality Charter School:
- Equality Website - http://www.equalitycharterschool.org/
- Equality's Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/equalitycharterschool/
- Equality News Site - http://www.equalitycharterschool.org/news/
- Equality's LinkedIn Page - https://www.linkedin.com/company/2769597?trk=hp-feed-company-name
- Executive Director Caitlin Franco's LinkedIn Page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/caitlin-franco-47434111