Connections Academy · 2 months ago
Pennwood Cyber Charter School - Student Services Coordinator
Connections Academy is a public cyber school offering flexible virtual learning to K–12 students across Pennsylvania. The Student Services Coordinator is responsible for ensuring students receive necessary academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support, overseeing compliance with Child Find regulations, and coordinating evaluation services for special education qualifications.
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Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations related to Child Find
Coordinate initial evaluations and reevaluations for students who may qualify for Section 504 or special education services
Serve as a liaison between parents, school staff, evaluators, and external agencies to support timely and accurate evaluation processes
Maintain records and documentation to support accountability via regulatory guidance (e.g., IDEA, Section 504, Chapter 711, and PDE)
Serve as the Child Find Case Manager
Lead and facilitate MTSS team meetings, ensuring that student needs are identified and addressed through data-driven interventions
Guide the implementation of tiered supports for academic, behavioral, and social-emotional domains
Serve as a bridge between general and special education departments, ensuring seamless coordination of student services
Collaborate with stakeholders and community agencies to ensure appropriate supports and accommodations are in place
Maintain knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, ADA, and state-specific education policies
Support the development of policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure compliance with all regulations
Assist families in navigating student support processes and advocate for equitable access to services
Provide professional development and coaching to staff regarding Child Find, Section 504, and Special Education services
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, and School Counseling
PDE endorsement in General Education, Special Education, Social Work, or School Counseling preferred
Strong knowledge of MTSS frameworks, Child Find responsibilities, and 504/IDEA processes
Excellent communication, organizational, and facilitation skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-departmental, matrix environment
Preferred
Master's degree in education, counseling, psychology, or a related field
Prior experience in a K–12 virtual or school setting
Benefits
Health coverage
Retirement contributions through a 403(b) plan
Company
Connections Academy
Connections Academy is a tuition-free online public school for grades K–12.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.2MKey Investors
HDR Inc.
2023-12-12Grant· $0.2M
Recent News
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