Exceptional Children Placement Coordinator

Job Number 4600298637 Start Date Open Date 05 / 14 / 2024 Closing Date 06 / 17 / 2024

General Definition of Work

The exceptional children placement coordinator, under moderate supervision, supports Exceptional Children programming through the coordination of school assignment of Exceptional Children (EC) students served in separate (self-contained) settings.

Employee performs complex work to carry out Board of Education policies and procedures related to EC.

Qualifications

To 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 / Status

Certified Schedule / Full-time, 12 months

Reports To

Exceptional Children Manager

Place of Work

The 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
• Review documentation and identify appropriate placement for EC students
• Review data for students that are transferring into the district and identify compatible placement
• Prepare and transmit documentation for EC students that exit the district
• Communicate placement and logistics with district stakeholders and parent(s) / guardian(s)
• Provide transition support to the identified student and their parent(s) / guardian(s)
• Monitor student performance and communicate regularly with teachers, parent(s) / guardian(s), agency representatives, and EC department staff
• Schedule exceptional children (EC) staff for Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings
• Provide logistical support by identifying needs and coordinating location of self-contained classes within the district
• Collect data and documentation from student intake, transitions, and referral placements
• Maintain student documentation and electronic student records
• 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 12 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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