Apply on Employer Site

Rocketship Public Schools · 14 hours ago

Special Education Manager

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

Rocketship Public Schools is a non-profit network of public elementary charter schools dedicated to transforming the future for underserved communities. The Integrated Special Education Instructional Coach will lead and implement the instructional and case management vision for students with IEPs and 504 Plans, coaching special education teams to enhance educator effectiveness and ensure compliance with educational standards.

E-LearningEdTechEducation

Responsibilities

Coach special education teachers, paraprofessionals and school based related service providers to build content expertise in Humanities or STEM for co-teaching and small group instruction

Collaborate and provide regular consultation with service providers and key contractors as needed

Collaborate with the School Leadership Team and general education teachers to implement exemplary special education services that meet student needs and are consistently in compliance

Foster a rigorous and college preparatory culture of excellence in every classroom that ensures high levels of student achievement

Engage in cycles of data driven instruction and assessments to inform planning and personalize instruction to student needs

Develop and support coaching plans for individual members of the special education team, leading to sustained improvement in instructional practice

Ensure at least 1.5 years of progress for all Rocketeers annually through management and planning

Collaborate with the Special Education team to ensure teachers are receiving the necessary support and training to maximize the delivery of instruction

In partnership with the school-based instructional team, provide professional development training to school staff as-needed regarding best practices in special education, trauma-informed education, social-emotional supports, crisis intervention, and community resources

Model and build the exemplars for case management systems and practices for the school

Provide coaching and feedback on all IEP practices including but not limited to IEP drafts, IEP meeting facilitation, progress monitoring of IEP goals, and service tracking among others

Coach case managers on effective time management to ensure the school team is holding compliant IEP meetings that consistently meet deadlines (meetings and evaluations)

Act as LEA Representative for IEP meetings

Collaborate with the school, regional and national team for advocate and attorney engagement on campus

Monitor student progress towards IEP goal attainment

Monitor, provide coaching and feedback of the IEP database and IEP files (virtual and as applicable physical)

Provide crisis intervention for students with IEPs and 504 Plans, as well as build the capacity of staff to provide crisis intervention

Provide consultation with parents, teachers, and other appropriate staff regarding students’ special education program and any adaptations/materials needed to facilitate improved performance in the classroom or at home, as well as coach case managers to build their capacity to communicate with parents, teachers and other staff

Maintain relationships and effectively communicate with the school leaders team, teachers, and families in all facets of the position

Adhere to all federal and state requirements for 504 Plans and special education to remain in compliance with current law

Maintain a close working relationship with other members of the Regional and National ISE team to ensure exchange of best practices, coordination of efforts, and general support for the Integrated Special Education department

Lead the 504 Plan process for the campus, including writing 504 Plans, facilitating annual 504 Plan meetings with families, developing the team to understand elements of the 504 Plan, supporting the team with 504 Plan implementation and maintaining the records for 504 Plans

Create a school community that fully involves parents in student achievement through multiple outlets including home visits, regular community meetings, and parent/family meetings

Deeply commit to doing and being their best, and to grow their skills as professionals and as individuals, so our daily and annual expectations reflect that commitment

Exhibit a high level of honest and humble self-reflection owning good and bad outcomes; effectively respond to and implement constructive feedback

Create a healthy, high-achieving, urgent environment where staff and students feel challenged and also fully supported and valued

Promote and participate in collaborative opportunities across schools to share best practices, problem solve, and gather feedback

Qualification

Special Education credentialIEP writingMulti-Tiered Systems of SupportData-driven instructionDifferentiationLeadership skillsCommunication skillsTime managementCollaborationAdaptability

Required

Valid Special Education teaching credential or administrative license

3+ years of experience teaching and/or leading in an urban city classroom; demonstrated track record of improving academic outcomes for students with disabilities

Embrace the mission of Rocketship Education and our inclusive approach to serving students with disabilities

Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations associated with special education

Experience working with students with a range of disabilities (learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, autism, etc.)

Experience implementing student supports through a Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)

Strong leadership skills and personal drive

Deep knowledge of elementary instruction and planning skills

Strong skills in specialized instruction, differentiation, and intervention

Relentless pursuit of high expectations

Results-oriented and data-driven

Ability to inspire, motivate and develop others

Adaptable and able to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

Ability to engage and empower parents and families