Child Find Coordinator

About the role

This remote position focuses on fostering a high-touch approach to educational support, empowering families to increase their involvement in students’ education, facilitating engagement in school activities, and providing clear and consistent communication regarding school expectations and activities. The mission of Arizona Virtual Academy (AZVA) is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum and a data-driven, student-centered instructional model. Student success is measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Child Find referral, screening, and evaluation processes for students suspected of having disabilities.
• Monitor and maintain compliance with IDEA, state regulations, and required evaluation timelines.
• Review referrals and supporting documentation to determine appropriate next steps.
• Schedule and coordinate Child Find, evaluation planning, eligibility, and related special education meetings.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for families, school staff, and stakeholders regarding Child Find procedures.
• Ensure procedural safeguards and required notices are provided to parents/guardians.
• Track referrals, evaluations, and compliance timelines using district data systems.
• Maintain accurate and compliant student records and documentation.
• Collaborate with special education teachers, school psychologists, related service providers, and administrators throughout the evaluation process.
• Generate reports and maintain data related to Child Find activities and compliance.
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to referral and evaluation processes.
• Provide training and guidance to staff regarding Child Find procedures and requirements.
• Assist with state monitoring activities, audits, and compliance reviews.
• Participate in department, district, and professional development meetings as required.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the Director of Special Programs or designee.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Valid Arizona Teaching Certification.
• Valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Must reside in Arizona.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and three years of related professional experience, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to travel 20% of the time.
• Ability to clear required background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of and ability to apply the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA) guidelines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, etc.) and web-based tools.
• Three or more years of special education teaching or case management experience.
• Three or more years of directly related experience in an online school setting.
• Minimum of three years of experience in special education preferred.
• Knowledge of IDEA, Child Find requirements, evaluation procedures, and special education compliance timelines.
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Experience with virtual education and special education data systems preferred.