Christina School District
2025-2026 Special Education Coordinator
Christina School District, Dover, Delaware, United States, 19904
2025-2026 Special Education Coordinator
– Christina School District
Terms of Employment 10‑month employee – temporary if hired after contractual start date
Reports To Building Principal
Salary Current Teacher Salary Schedule
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in Special Education or General Education with Special Education certification.
Teaching certificate with special education endorsements.
Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to develop special education documents based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, administration, parents and community; ability to speak clearly and concisely in written or oral communications.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Review all files and paperwork around IEPs prior to implementation to ensure compliance and completeness.
Monitor IEPPlus and eSchool to ensure data in system matches individual files.
Plan and schedule meetings to occur within district, state and federal timelines.
Conduct meetings in a professional, courteous and compliant manner.
Ensure minutes/forms accurately reflect meeting.
Ensure confidentiality of student records.
Communicate often with all appropriate staff regarding special education services and procedures.
Conduct regular file reviews using Student Record Review Protocol or equivalent.
Attend district level educational diagnostician meetings and special education core team trainings and meetings.
Deliver training to teachers on district initiatives, procedures, and policy regarding Special Education under the IDEA and Section 504 under the ADA.
Assist in September 30th unit count, December 1st child counts, local staffing counts and other needs as they arise.
Provide educational and/or case management services to students in a variety of settings contingent on building level needs. (Such services may include: RtI groups, push‑in and/or pull‑out educational services and behavioral intervention supports).
Facilitate with the psychologist and other staff the Functional Behavioral Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plan process.
Consult with teachers, administrators, and IEP teams regarding instructional and behavioral strategies for effective implementation of student IEPs.
Conduct observations of students and give feedback to individual teachers and/or IST and IEP teams.
Provide classroom support for teachers including modeling of lessons and/or behavioral and instructional techniques.
Complete informal audits/file reviews to ensure compliance is met and be able to share out information regarding these audits with building administration and the Director of Special Education.
Conduct diagnostics to support data collection for identified students.
Supervise students.
With notice and consistent with employment commitments, be available to students and parents, within reason, for educational related purposes outside the instructional day.
Other duties as assigned.
NOTE: the above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Physical Demands The employee frequently walks and stands. The employee may frequently bend or twist at the neck and back while performing the duties of this job. Specific vision abilities required include peripheral vision and close vision such as to read typewritten material. The employee may occasionally lift up to 25 pounds such as student equipment and wheelchairs.
Work Environment The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is frequently required to interact with the public and other staff. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being and work output of students.
Standard Requirements
Favorable Criminal Background check for the candidate who is offered employment
Tuberculin test & physical
Mandatory Direct Deposit of paycheck
Application Procedures Interested candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may apply by completing the employment application no later than 11:59 pm on the closing date indicated above. A cover letter, resume and three letters of reference (dated within the last year) are required. Please note that incomplete application packages will not be considered. Applicants needing special accommodations in the application process should contact the Human Resources office.
The Christina School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity, against victims of domestic violence, sexual offenses, or stalking, or upon any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies should be directed to the Title IX, District 504 and ADA Coordinators.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Contract
Job Function Education and Training
Industry Primary and Secondary Education
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– Christina School District
Terms of Employment 10‑month employee – temporary if hired after contractual start date
Reports To Building Principal
Salary Current Teacher Salary Schedule
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in Special Education or General Education with Special Education certification.
Teaching certificate with special education endorsements.
Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to develop special education documents based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, administration, parents and community; ability to speak clearly and concisely in written or oral communications.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Review all files and paperwork around IEPs prior to implementation to ensure compliance and completeness.
Monitor IEPPlus and eSchool to ensure data in system matches individual files.
Plan and schedule meetings to occur within district, state and federal timelines.
Conduct meetings in a professional, courteous and compliant manner.
Ensure minutes/forms accurately reflect meeting.
Ensure confidentiality of student records.
Communicate often with all appropriate staff regarding special education services and procedures.
Conduct regular file reviews using Student Record Review Protocol or equivalent.
Attend district level educational diagnostician meetings and special education core team trainings and meetings.
Deliver training to teachers on district initiatives, procedures, and policy regarding Special Education under the IDEA and Section 504 under the ADA.
Assist in September 30th unit count, December 1st child counts, local staffing counts and other needs as they arise.
Provide educational and/or case management services to students in a variety of settings contingent on building level needs. (Such services may include: RtI groups, push‑in and/or pull‑out educational services and behavioral intervention supports).
Facilitate with the psychologist and other staff the Functional Behavioral Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plan process.
Consult with teachers, administrators, and IEP teams regarding instructional and behavioral strategies for effective implementation of student IEPs.
Conduct observations of students and give feedback to individual teachers and/or IST and IEP teams.
Provide classroom support for teachers including modeling of lessons and/or behavioral and instructional techniques.
Complete informal audits/file reviews to ensure compliance is met and be able to share out information regarding these audits with building administration and the Director of Special Education.
Conduct diagnostics to support data collection for identified students.
Supervise students.
With notice and consistent with employment commitments, be available to students and parents, within reason, for educational related purposes outside the instructional day.
Other duties as assigned.
NOTE: the above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Physical Demands The employee frequently walks and stands. The employee may frequently bend or twist at the neck and back while performing the duties of this job. Specific vision abilities required include peripheral vision and close vision such as to read typewritten material. The employee may occasionally lift up to 25 pounds such as student equipment and wheelchairs.
Work Environment The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is frequently required to interact with the public and other staff. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being and work output of students.
Standard Requirements
Favorable Criminal Background check for the candidate who is offered employment
Tuberculin test & physical
Mandatory Direct Deposit of paycheck
Application Procedures Interested candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may apply by completing the employment application no later than 11:59 pm on the closing date indicated above. A cover letter, resume and three letters of reference (dated within the last year) are required. Please note that incomplete application packages will not be considered. Applicants needing special accommodations in the application process should contact the Human Resources office.
The Christina School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity, against victims of domestic violence, sexual offenses, or stalking, or upon any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies should be directed to the Title IX, District 504 and ADA Coordinators.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Contract
Job Function Education and Training
Industry Primary and Secondary Education
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