Lead Special Education Coordinator
- Supplement
Primary Function
The Lead Special Education Coordinator provides additional division-level leadership to support communication, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the Department of Special Education. These responsibilities are an extension of the coordinator’s existing position and are intended to strengthen department-wide coordination and family engagement.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in education or a related field. Must have at least 3 years of successful teaching in field. Must be eligible for, or in possession or an appropriate Virginia teaching license.
- Must possess ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective, positive working relationships with students, staff, parents, & the public
Performance Responsibilities
Curriculum & Special Education Liaison
- Serve as the primary point of contact between the Department of Special Education and the Department of Curriculum and Instruction.
- Prioritize attendance at weekly meetings for both departments.
- Facilitate communication and collaboration related to curriculum, instruction, assessment, professional learning, and initiatives impacting students with disabilities.
- Represent the Department of Special Education in relevant curriculum planning and implementation discussions.
- Promote alignment between division-wide instructional initiatives and the needs of students with disabilities.
Division Parent & Family Liaison
- Serve as the primary division-level point of contact for parents and families regarding special education.
- Support timely, professional, and solution-focused communication between families, schools, and the Department of Special Education.
- Serve as the PEATC point of contact and attend meetings monthly.
- Collaborate with school-based staff to address parent concerns and facilitate resolution when appropriate.
- Identify recurring family concerns and communicate trends to department leadership.
Department Leadership & Communication
- Serve as a consultant of the Special Education Advisory Committee; leading and attending quarterly meetings each year.
- Meet monthly with the Director of Special Education to provide departmental updates, identify emerging concerns, and communicate trends or needs requiring division-level attention.
- Assist in identifying and addressing department-wide needs and opportunities for improvement.
- Support consistent communication and implementation of department priorities across schools.
Leadership Expectations
The Lead Special Education Coordinator will model collaboration, professionalism, responsiveness, and a commitment to student access, family partnership, and inclusive practices. The Lead Coordinator will work collaboratively with department and school-based staff and will not have formal supervisory responsibilities unless otherwise assigned.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Must have the ability to sit for extended periods of time; exhibit manual dexterity to dial a telephone, to enter data into a computer terminal/typewriter; to see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal levels on the telephone; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly; physical agility to lift up to 25 pounds.
Position Type: Supplement
Reports to: School Administrator
Terms of Employment: Additional days may be contracted for specific job assignments. Salary according to School Board Pay Plan.
Evaluation: Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with School Board policy and administrative regulations on the evaluation of licensed personnel.
Revised: 9/2/2026