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Special Education Coordinator

Duties

Description: Special Education Coordinator

Job Summary:  The Special Education Coordinator will have duties that include but are not limited to and must know or be able to:

  • Assist the Director of Special Education in the global management, supervision, and compliance of the district's Special Education programs.
  • Serve as LEA at IEP meetings and ensure the IEP and Section 504 paperwork is in compliance with federal, state, and district standards.
  • Conduct observations of students & staff in order to make informed decisions about programming and services.
  • Provide training, technical assistance, professional development, and resources to special education teachers and related service staff to improve student learning and behavior.
  • Participate in the recruitment, hiring, and evaluation of special education staff members.
  • Strong knowledge of Section 504 and Special Education laws, rules, regulations, and educational research-based instructional practices.
  • Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
  • Maintain communication, collaboration, and accept feedback in order to maintain consistency and promote best practices throughout the district.
  • Attend professional meetings, workshops, conferences, and actively participate in professional organizations
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Master's Degree in Special Education or related area.
  • Licensure in Special Education or a related service area (LBS I, LBS II, School Psychologist, School Social Worker, etc.).
  • General Administrative endorsements required.
  • Teacher Evaluator credential preferred.
  • At least two years of previous experience as a special education coordinator or supervisor preferred.

Salary/Benefits

Base salary range of $75,000-$80,000 plus benefits.  Final salary will be negotiated based on the candidate's qualifications and experience. It is anticipated that the contract will be 200 days each year.

How to Apply

Application Procedure:
Apply Online at https://www.applitrack.com/highlandcusd5/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Administration 

Any questions, please call or email Jamie Pence, Special Services Director at 618-654-2106 ext. 1035 or jpence@highlandcusd5.org or Mandy Robbins, Special Services Coordinator at 618-654-2106 ext. 1010 or mrobbins@highlandcusd5.org

Job Posting Date

3/5/2026

Application Deadline

4/3/2026

Start Date

7/1/2026