Special Education Coordinator

About the role

The Special Education Coordinator supports students at risk of academic underperformance due to emotional and/or physical challenges, ensuring they thrive within the school's rigorous academic program.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all students receive necessary educational services;
• Identify and address special education needs during intake assessments;
• Schedule and provide pull-out services as needed;
• Coordinate and chair team and pre-referral meetings;
• Conduct academic and psychological testing;
• Maintain and update student records;
• Ensure compliance with special education laws;
• Design and administer rigorous assessments;
• Create a structured, humane, and academically rigorous learning environment;
• Collaborate with other teachers, staff, and administrators.

Qualifications

• Drive to improve students' minds and lives;
• Proven track record of high achievement in the classroom;
• Mastery of and enthusiasm for academic subjects;
• Self-motivation and willingness to be a team player;
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred;
• Minimum of two years teaching experience in an urban public school or charter school setting preferred;
• Special Education teaching certification required;
• Belief in and alignment with Uncommon’s core beliefs and educational philosophy.

Additional Information

Uncommon offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including generous paid time off, extensive training and development, health, dental, and vision insurance, pension through Mass. Teachers Retirement System, and more.