LOCATION: Central Office
REPORTS TO: Director of Student Services
DATE AVAILABLE: SY 2025-2026
POSTING DATES: May 7, 2025, until qualified candidate is selected


POSITION DESCRIPTION :

The primary responsibilities of the coordinator of student services will be to coordinate and supervise special education programs/services. The coordinator will provide districtwide leadership for effective program development and be responsible for evaluating and monitoring programs and services to assure implementation consistent with state and federal mandates. The diverse nature of programs and services coordinated will require ongoing planning and coordination with directors, building administrators, and leadership staff within the curriculum and special services departments. This position reports directly to the Director of Student Services.

DISTRICT OVERVIEW:

Livonia Public Schools employs approximately 1,900 staff members, serving approximately 13,300 students pre-K – post secondary. There are 15 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, 1 career technical center, 1 early childhood center, and 1 vocational and transition center in the school district. The annual budget for Livonia Public Schools is $175 million, with a state funding of $9,608 per pupil.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH LIVONIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS:

Newly hired public school employees are eligible for a traditional pension and tax-deferred retirement savings accounts with an employer matching contribution. The pension component guarantees you monthly retirement benefit payments over your lifetime once you meet age and service requirements. Additionally, as a new public-school employee, you will be automatically enrolled in a Personal Healthcare Fund (PHF), which is a portable, tax-deferred investment account that can be used to pay for healthcare expenses in retirement. Livonia Public Schools will contribute a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 2% you contribute.
As an employee of Livonia Public Schools, you will be a part of a team working together in a
positive work climate and a culture of mutual respect to support the successful education of children. Beyond the satisfaction of knowing you’re helping thousands of students grow and learn, you will also have the satisfaction of knowing you are a team member with Livonia Public Schools, which means you will have the following perks of employment available to you:

• Medical insurance, including prescription drug coverage:
  • The district’s contribution is the maximum allowed by Michigan law. o Family coverage eligibility for employees working 30 hours or more per week.
  • Single coverage eligibility for employees working 20 hours but less than 30 per week.
  • Optional “cash in lieu” of medical insurance for those who qualify.
• Dental, vision, and life insurance:
• The district pays 100% of the premium for family coverage working 30 hrs/week and single coverage working 20 hrs/week.
• Long-term disability coverage:
  • The district pays 100% of the premium for employees working 20 hours or more per week.
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and their eligible family members.
  • Completely confidential, short-term counseling service that utilizes a practical approach toward problem resolution and is available 7 days a week, with no cost to the employee.
• Paid holidays; earned vacation, sick, and bereavement days.
• Longevity pay.
• Paid “act of God” days, such as snow days.

Additionally, the children of employees living outside the district’s attendance boundaries are eligible to attend Livonia Public Schools via schools of choice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

The following is a list of minimum qualifications for this position, any one of which may be waived by the Superintendent in exercising the prerogative to determine appropriate qualifications.

1. Eligibility for approval as a supervisor of special education by the state of Michigan under the State Special Education Code or eligible for temporary approval.
2. Master’s degree in an area of Special Education with at least 5 years experience.
3. Demonstrated leadership experience in special education program development and coordination.
4. Previous administrative or leadership experience is preferred.
5. Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
6. Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
7. Successful experience in planning and providing professional development on a variety of topics including but not limited to: IEP compliance, process and procedures, behavior, and MTSS and academic strategies.
8. Knowledge, at the evaluation and analysis levels of special education and related rules, regulations, and guidelines for IDEA, MARSE and 504.
9. Demonstrated ability and experience in working cooperatively with others including staff, teachers, students, families, and the community.

MAJOR FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

1. Embrace the District’s mission, vision and collective commitments in order to make decisions that reflect the District’s philosophy that places the needs of children and their education first.
2. Facilitate the development and supervision of special education programs, services and staff for selected pre-K through post-secondary programs.
3. Assists in the recruitment, selection, and recommendation for hiring of special education teachers and staff.
4. Provide leadership to programs to assist staff and parents in evaluating educational needs and in modifying or selecting programs and activities to meet these needs.
5. Provide coordination for professional and paraprofessional in-service activities and training for curriculum including Essential Elements.
6. Provide assistance to building administrators and other leadership staff in the development of programs, evaluation of staff, refinement of procedures, and budgetary decisions and approvals.
7. Assure that the programs and services coordinated by this administrator are in compliance with specialized state and federal requirements.
8. Experience with implementation of Mi Access and possesses an understanding of Catamaran, Special Education Indicators, IFSP, transition from part C to B and secondary transition.
9. Executes other duties as assigned by the Director of Student Services.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT :

The employee's salary and working conditions are in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Professional Agreement between the Livonia Public Schools School District and the Livonia Education Administrators.

APPLICATION PROCESS :

All applicants, including current LPS employees, must complete and submit an application through Frontline which can be accessed through the Livonia Public Schools webpage. If an application already exists, it must be updated. All applicants must also upload a cover letter, professional resume, copies of educational documents (transcripts/certificates), and three current letters of recommendation to their online application. This position will remain open until filled.

The Livonia Public Schools School District prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or transgender status), national origin, age, height, weight, marital status, handicap, or disability in any of its educational programs or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or transgender status), national origin, age, height, weight, and marital status-Director of Human Resources, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) 744-2566. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on handicap or disability-Director of Student Services, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) 744-2524.