EC PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Exceptional Children’s Program Compliance Specialist

Reports to: Director of Exceptional Children

Purpose : Under the direction of the Director of Exceptional Children, the EC Program Compliance Specialist will support the instructional and legal requirements of the EC program. Person(s) in this role must possess a high level of knowledge and expertise in the educational needs of students with disabilities, along with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education

Hold or be eligible to hold a NC Teaching License in Special Education

Minimum of 5 years of experience working with students with disabilities

Adapative licesnse preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to effectively collaborate with others

Ability to work with diverse groups of people

Ability to maintain complete confidentiality

Maintain emotional control under stress

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Monitor Program Compliance

Audit EC folders, as determined by RSSS

Communicate updates, concerns and needs to RSSS staff

Plan, develop and implement staff development for RSSS staff for compliance and programming

Prepare data reports to ensure all district, state and federal regulations and requirements are met

Assists RSSS staff with timelines management

Collaborates and supports classrooms, teachers and schools

Is knowledgeable of educational and instructional needs of students with special needs

Assist RSS staff with curricular, instructional and behavior management needs (observations, modeling, etc.)

Plan, develop and implement staff development to support students with special needs in general and special education

Attend IEP Team meetings, when needed

Assist with the referral process, both initial and reevaluation, when needed

Serve as a resource for information regarding laws, regulations and procedures related to special education

Work closely with new teachers and teachers who need additional support

Communicate updates to RSSS staff

RSSS, state and federal expectations

RSSS, state and federal legal updates

Supervise and coordinate special programs, as assigned by the Director

EasyIEP

Transition

Grants

Maintain a high level of confidentiality both for students and staff

Support the direction of the Exceptional Children’s Department while doing what is in the best needs of the student

Complete all duties assigned by the Director of Exceptional Children appropriate to the role of a Program Compliance Specialist

Term of Employment: 11 month employment