Essential Duties

1. Serves as Central Office Representative in Eligibility, Section 504 and Manifestation Determination Review meetings at assigned schools.

2. Interprets and enforces federal and state laws and local policies/procedures regarding identification and services for students with disabilities.

3. Assists in developing, coordinating and conducting division-wide professional development on laws, policies and procedures related to Special Education and Section 504.

4. Serves as a resource to principals and teachers on laws, policies, procedures, and best practices related to the referral, evaluation, and eligibility process of students with disabilities.

5. Serves on the Family Assessment Planning Team (FAPT) as a representative from the school system.

6. Coordinates and trains varying staff members on policies and procedures around Restraint and Seclusion.

7. Conducts audit of records to ensure compliance with state and federal special education requirements.

8. Assists the Supervisor of Referrals and Compliance with Child Find responsibilities for private schools.

9. Provides technical assistance and support to teachers and administrators in the use of Synergy SE.

10. Keeps abreast of progress, new developments, and legal happenings in special education.

11. Maintains accurate databases in compliance with applicable laws, regulations and procedures.

12. Serves as central office contact and liaison with parents and the community.

13. Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities Required)

Must possess a Bachelor’s degree and Collegiate Professional License with endorsements in Special Education, and a minimum of 5 years teaching experience. Must possess demonstrated knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to IDEA requirements and considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of identification of students with disabilities. Must possess excellent organizational and communication skills. Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, parents, administrators, advocates, students and others.

To view full job description, please visit the link below:

https://sbo.nn.k12.va.us/hr/jobs/descriptions/Referrals_Compliance_Specialist.pdf