ESE Specialist

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™.

About the Role

Join a team 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. As an ESE Specialist, you will support the school's instructional program by directing ESE Teachers and the school's ESE program for children with educational disabilities in accordance with state law, regulation, and CSUSA curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, direct, and manage ESE Teachers and the school's ESE 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 programs, district policies, procedures for determining eligibility and placement, and parental rights.
• Serve as liaison among Exceptional Student Education (ESE), 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 ESE 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 ESE 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.
• Successful results of criminal and employment background check.

Skills

• Demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment toward the job and the mission of the company.
• 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; includes oral (presentations), written, active listening, negotiating, and influencing.
• 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 office working conditions.
• Travel within or outside of the state may be required.

Physical Demands

• Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently needed to move objects.
• No significant physical exertion required.