SUMMARY: The Special Education Compliance Facilitator is a state-certified educator whose primary role will be to review, develop, and monitor the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEP’s). Additionally, the facilitator will assist with the coordination and monitoring of IEPs, as well as state and federal reporting guidelines pertaining to special education.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. These functions encompass serving as an LEA and supporting the review and feedback cycle for all compliance best practices.

• Initiate the development of initial or transfer IEPs and may serve as the LEA for various IEP meetings.

• Track and communicate all IEP service changes (e.g. setting, accommodations, eligibility changes, related services, AT needs, etc.)

• Communicate with SE Data Coordinator all IEP updates regarding goals and objectives academic needs, accommodations, and IEP services

• Review for compliance required IEP documents to parent/guardian or Learning Coach and all required team members prior to and following IEP meetings

• Monitor attendance and on-camera data for students with disabilities at all grade bands

• Assist with verification of accommodations prior to state testing

• Review and verify all student class schedules for alignment with IEP services and FTE reporting.

• Comply with all written policies and procedures in teacher, district, and grade band handbooks.

• Maintain special education records compliance, to include timelines, reporting, and open records requests; as outlined by IDEA and the GADOE

SUPERVISORY COMPETENCIES: This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities.

COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following

• Adaptability/Flexibility: Adapts to change, is open to new ideas, takes on new responsibilities, handles pressure, and adjusts plans to meet changing needs

• Integrity/Ethics: Deals with others in a straightforward and honest manner, is accountable for actions, maintains confidentiality, supports company values, and conveys good news and bad

• Teamwork: Meets all team deadlines and responsibilities, listens to others and values opinions, helps team leaders to meet goals, welcomes new-comers, and promotes a team atmosphere

• Professionalism: Be professional at all times in communications, appearance, work product, and in representing Georgia Cyber Academy in a positive manner

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education AND

• Three (3) years of special education teaching and administrative experience OR

• Equivalent combination of education and experience

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES:

• GA PSC Educational Certificate

• Special Education certifications

• SRT4 Certification in SE General Certification Consultative (P-12) AND

• At least 1 Special Education Academic Content Area (Math, Science, Social Studies, Reading and English) P-5, and/or 4-8, and/or P-12 depending upon grade levels served

• Clear Fingerprint/Background Check Required

OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Administrative, supervisory, and leadership skills

• Knowledge of legal issues and requirements related to IDEA and Special Education rules, regulations, and law as applicable to position

• Knowledge of the Georgia Performance Standards and GADOE Implementation Manual

• Understanding of the GADOE Implementation Manual guidelines for Special Education

• Strong data-collection, differentiation, and specialized instructional strategy skills

• Strong time-management, organizational, and decision-making skills

• Ability to write IEP’s and Special Education Eligibility reports

• Ability to read and interpret student academic and compliance data and psycho-educational reports

• Ability to inspire teachers and school staff to meet school improvement initiatives and goals

• Ability to communicate well with school personnel, parents, students, and cabinet office staff while complying with the confidentiality requirements in local, state, and federal policies

• Ability to display a professional attitude in working with school personnel and parents

• Ability to establish and maintain positive, professional, and effective working relationships with a wide variety of groups and individuals

• Must be able to manage large volumes of paperwork and maintain adequate records

• Knowledge of state and federal laws, and other pertinent laws regarding K-12 Education as they relate to applicable duties

• Strong critical thinking, planning, and writing skills

• Ability to work independently as well as collaborate and communicate effectively within a team

• Ability to manage multiple projects within established deadlines

• Dependable, able to work under pressure and meet deadlines as required

• Ability to problem solve independently and have a high level of organization

• Outstanding attention to detail

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced Degree in Special Education, Counseling, Human Services, or related field of study

• Leadership degree or endorsement or similar additional certification

• Proficient/Advanced experience with Infinite Campus (SIS)

• Three (3) years management or leadership experience

• Three (3) years of experience working with families in a similar capacity

• Previous experience with online educational tools/curriculum/assessments

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This is primarily a Monday through Friday, 8am to 4pm, 5 days/week, home-based position that may require traveling up to 25% of the time.

• During critical periods, in-office days may be required. The noise level in the office is usually moderate (computers, printers, light foot traffic)

• In-person attendance at professional development, training, conferences, job fairs, meetings, school events, marketing events, and testing sites will be required several times per year.

• Light lifting required.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.

Physical Abilities & Working Conditions

The Physical Abilities and Working Conditions listed in this section are representative of, but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of, physical abilities and working conditions which may be required of positions in this class. Georgia Cyber Academy encourages persons with disabilities who are interested in employment in this class and need reasonable accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department for further information.

• Work Schedule: This is a Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM, 5 Days/Week, primarily remote position. The noise level in the office is usually moderate (computers, printers, light foot traffic).

• In-Person Attendance: In-person attendance at professional development, training, conferences, job fairs, meetings, school events, marketing events, and/or testing sites will be required several times per year.

• Vision: (which may be corrected) to read small print; view a computer screen for prolonged periods.

• Hearing: (which may be corrected) to answer telephones and tolerate exposure to noisy conditions.

• Speech: to be understood in face-to-face or virtual communications; to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone and/or computer.

• Upper Body Mobility: use hands and fingers to feel, grasp, and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head.

• Strength: to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects which weigh as much as 5 or more pounds on a frequent basis.

• Environmental Requirements: encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors.

• Mental Requirements: read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgment and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records.

Georgia Cyber Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Georgia Cyber Academy assures Equal Employment Opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management and administration reserve the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. All employment is “at-will” as governed by the laws of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.