Education Coordinator

Key Responsibilities

• Review all new student referrals, including IEPs and related educational records, and communicate pertinent information to teachers and specialists.
• Partner with the Admissions Department to ensure referral documentation is complete and current.
• Coordinate, facilitate, and chair IEP meetings in collaboration with Local Education Agencies (LEAs), teachers, and families.
• Develop, maintain, and ensure compliance of all student IEP documentation and records.
• Train and support teachers in collecting and tracking student data to inform IEPs and progress reporting.
• Supervise teaching staff in collaboration with the Program Director.
• Monitor timelines for required assessments and ensure timely completion and interpretation of evaluation results.
• Oversee the completion and submission of quarterly progress reports and report cards.
• Serve as the primary liaison with school districts and outside agencies regarding IEP development and implementation.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with LEAs across districts served by Don Watson Academy.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding IEP development and student progress.
• Collaborate with educational, clinical, and residential teams to support successful student transitions to less restrictive educational settings when appropriate.
• Coordinate accommodations and administer MCAS testing for eligible students.
• Identify and resolve IEP-related concerns proactively to ensure student needs are met.
• Prepare transcripts and educational records upon request.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and training.

Qualifications

Required:

• Master's Degree in Education
• Minimum of two years of administrative or supervisory experience
• Demonstrated experience coordinating and managing IEP processes
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills

Preferred:

• Massachusetts Educator Licensure in Special Education
• Massachusetts Administrator Licensure