Specialist, Exceptional Student Education, (Child Find)

School District of Lee County
  • Fort Myers, FL
    1 day ago

    Job Description

    Qualifications

    • Master's degree in education or a related field.
    • Three (3) years of experience in ESE teaching or as a speech/language pathologist, social worker, or school psychologist.
    • Valid Florida teaching certificate in at least one area of Exceptional Student Education (ESE) or student services.
    • Proven experience successfully managing business/department functions and staff preferred.
    • Industry certification preferred.
    • Lean Six Sigma Certification preferred. .
    Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find acceptable.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
    • Clear and concise oral and written communication skills and public speaking skills; analytical, mathematical, organizational, and prioritization skills; flexibility and adaptability in dealing with rapidly changing priorities and demands.
    • Knowledge of and the ability to interpret and enforce pertinent regulations, policies, and procedures for the functional area of assignment.
    • Knowledge of and experience using multiple project management tools and methodologies.
    • Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws/regulations related to student and employee privacy, public information, and records retention.
    • Ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical personnel.
    • Ability to deliver high-quality customer service in a timely and professional manner.
    • Ability to work a flexible schedule in outdoor and indoor environments to accommodate client needs, including working from home.
    Revised: 1/26/21

    Responsibilities

    • Provide screenings for children and make referrals for evaluation.
    • Communicate with parents, caregivers, and agencies regarding the status of a child and work collectively to develop strategies to ensure a smooth transition into the school system.
    • Create public awareness of Child Find services through outreach to physicians' offices, child care providers, and community agencies serving preschool children.
    • Design and deliver inservice and follow-up procedures for parents and child care providers about strategies that address areas of concern.
    • Assist in maintaining the Children's Registry and Information Systems records to report to the Department of Education.
    • Facilitate and coordinate the status of a child's progress from the initial referral to the appropriate placement with FDLRS, parents, and District placement.
    • Perform Medicaid administrative claims reimbursable activities as directed in accordance with Chapter 3 of the federally approved School District Administrative Claiming (SDAC) Guide.
    Revised: 1/26/21
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    LocationFort Myers, FL

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