Job Description

Norman Public Schools

Job Title: COORDINATOR FOR SPECIAL SERVICES

Credentials:  Current Oklahoma Teaching Certificate and Certification in Educational Administration

Education:     Bachelor's degree in Special Education.  Master's degree in Educational Administration or related area.

Training or Experience Required:  Minimum of five years teaching experience and a a minimum of three years in a special education setting is preferred.

Site:  Special Services Center

Reports to:    Executive Director of Support Services

Contract: 240 Days

FLSA Classification:  Exempt

Essential Job Functions:

• Provide leadership in establishing new programs and developing improved understanding of existing programs.
• Remain informed of legal requirements governing special education/persons with disabilities and ensure that these requirements are in place in the educational programs, services, and activities.
• Evaluate existing programs and change as needed.
• Serve as a spokesperson and provide district leadership in the area of special education.
• Answers special education questions for teachers, principals, and patrons.
• Provide staff development and training as needed.
• Keep up-to-date on developments in special education, curriculum and instruction.
• Assist staff in implementing new instructional ideas and strategies.
• Encourage leadership training, cooperation, and communication between staff and other academic programs.
• Work with staff to develop Individual Education Plans for students with special needs;  such work includes but is not limited to the development of behavior intervention plans and other requirements under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
• Participate in eligibility meetings; IEPs or other situations where support is required to plan, implement and supervise the implementation of special services.
• Keeps the Executive Director of Support Services informed of all activities and special programs.
• Coordinates and supervises Elementary Extended School Year.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:  

An employee in this position must be able to communicate clearly both orally and in writing. Must possess the ability to utilize and promote the use of participatory management techniques. Must possess personal characteristics including, but not limited to, poise, perspective, integrity, flexibility, sound judgment, and the professionalism necessary for success as an administrator in the Norman Public Schools District.  Must work collaboratively with students, parents, administrators, and staff.  Must be able to handle conflict and utilize problem solving strategies.