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Student Services Coordinator

Employer
TrulyHired
Location
Eastpointe, MI
Closing date
Nov 2, 2024
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Specialty
Student & Scholar Services
Position Type
Coordinator
Hours
Full-time
Employment Type
Permanent
Organization Type
Other
Job Description

Job Position: Student Services Coordinator

Location: Central Office

Work Schedule : Year around

Salary: $66,000 to $75,000

Are you passionate about creating a supportive and inclusive educational environment? Eastpointe Community Schools is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Student Services Coordinator to play a pivotal role in promoting positive student behavior and ensuring compliance with Section 504 and other vital regulations. In this role, you will collaborate with staff, update policies, and oversee documentation systems to ensure every student receives the support they need. If you're committed to fostering student success and upholding the principles of Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE), we encourage you to apply and make a meaningful impact in our school community.

Who we are: At Eastpointe Community Schools, we're all about making a real difference in the lives of our students and our awesome educators. We've teamed up with fantastic partners in the Macomb Intermediate School District (MISD), Michigan Department of Education (MDE), and the University of Virginia's (UVA) Partnership for Leaders (PLE) in Education to offer something really special for Principals who are passionate about diving deep into the latest research on building-level systems. As a Principal with us, you will not only use these partnerships and resources to learn and grow as a leader, but also help our teachers become leaders in their own right. If you're a Principal who is all about creating a positive vibe in our schools, nurturing teacher leadership, trying out new and exciting curriculum ideas, and always working on your own leadership, then we'd love to have you join our team!

Description: The Student Services Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting positive student behavior and ensuring compliance with Section 504 and other relevant regulations within Eastpointe Community Schools. This position involves continuous policy updates, staff training, and collaboration with various teams to support student behavior and special education needs. The coordinator will create and monitor documentation systems for suspensions and disciplinary actions, ensuring effective interventions and adherence to Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) requirements. This position reports to the Director of Student Support Services.

Essential Job Functions:
  • Participate in training regarding requirements of Section 504.
  • Update continually the district's policies and procedures regarding Section 504.
  • Training of building principals and other necessary staff regarding these changes in policies and procedures.
  • Create and monitor a district wide system for correct documentation of students that have received suspensions and other discipline.
  • Work closely with building MTSS teams to identify when behavior should constitute a special education referral.
  • Work with IEP and 504 teams to create FAPE plans when students are suspended and monitor/adjust when necessary if plans are not effective.
  • Training for staff on when behavior impacts students receipt of FAPE and monitor implementation.
  • Assist with monitoring of timelines related to discipline.
  • Work collaboratively with principals/deans/social workers on discipline policies and procedures.
  • Help administrators come up with appropriate alternatives to suspensions

Qualifications:

    • Bachelor's degree in Education, Special Education, School Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
    • Minimum of 5 years of experience working in education, special education, or a related field.
    • Experience with Section 504 and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requirements.
    • Experience in a leadership or training role within an educational setting is highly desirable.
  • Special Education certification or social work license, preferred.
  • Understanding of Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) and its implementation in schools.

We would love to tell you more: http://www.eastpointeschools.org

Interested candidates should apply through TalentEd: https://eastpointeschools.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

Application Deadline: Until Filled.

Eastpointe Community Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees are valued and respected.

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