ESE Coordinator

About Us

Charter Schools USA (CSUSA) is one of the largest and highest performing education management companies in the United States, proudly serving over 82,000 students in over 150 schools across four states. Founded by Jonathan Hage in 1997, CSUSA's mission is a Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life™. CSUSA provides an academically rigorous education to students, equipping them with real-world readiness for college or career after graduation. With an unwavering dedication to the success of students from every background, CSUSA is closing the gaps in achievement and opportunity, keeping our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™.

Purpose

To join a team of people with the mission: Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life™. If you love inspiring and motivating young learners and want to put students first in education, CSUSA is the right place for you. We deliver on our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™ through an education model that gives every student the opportunity for success.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, direct, and manage SPED Teachers and the school's SPED program.
• Compile and review comprehensive evaluation data required to determine the appropriate eligibility of individual exceptional students.
• Assure confidentiality of any personally identifiable data.
• Provide consultant services to school-level staff relating to eligibility, placement, and provision of services.
• Provide parent education information about types of programs, locations, district policies and procedures for determining eligibility and placement, and parental rights.
• Serve as liaison among Special Education students (SPED), regular education, and parents.
• Utilize resources from schools, CSUSA, the district, and the community.
• Facilitate effective communication and articulation between school staff members.
• Schedule and conduct Individual Education Plans (IEPs), Individual Transition Plans (ITPs), Family Support Plans (FSPs), and Education Plans (EPs) for exceptional students in accordance with state requirements.
• Assist with the development and implementation of inclusive procedures for CSUSA schools.
• Implement Least Restrictive Environment Instruction for SPED students.
• Provide technical assistance to schools in identification, evaluation/placement, and/or IEP, ITP, FSP, or EP disputes.
• Provide assistance in problem-solving.
• Travel to assigned CSUSA school sites as required.
• Report FTE data to appropriate bodies.
• Make recommendations for procedural and/or program improvement based on data analysis.
• Establish and maintain a collaborative relationship with the district's SPED department.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• BS/BA degree or equivalent experience.
• Master's degree from an accredited educational institution preferred.
• Certified in one area of Exceptional Education (two areas preferred).
• Minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching experience.
• Effective instructional delivery techniques and excellent communication skills.

Skills

• Demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment toward the job and the mission of the company; support the company's values in academic excellence, operational performance, superior culture, and financial health and growth.
• Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize wisely.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrative staff.
• Excellent interpersonal skills: courteous, professional, and helpful; strong oral (including presentations), written, interpersonal (active listening), negotiating, and influencing skills.
• Ability to consistently be at work, be on time, follow instructions, respond to management direction, and solicit feedback to improve performance.
• Proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Student Information System (SIS).
• Look for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; strive to implement best practices.

Work Environment

• Usual school working conditions.
• May be noisy during high student traffic.

Physical Demands

• No physical exertion required.
• Required to sit for long periods of time.
• Somewhat stressful due to frequent student activity.
• Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently needed to move objects.