State of Colorado
Special Education Site Coordinator – Spring Creek Youth Services Center
State of Colorado, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
About the Division of Youth Services The Division of Youth Services (DYS) provides a continuum of residential and non‑residential services that encompass juvenile detention, commitment, and parole. DYS is the agency statutorily mandated to provide for the care and supervision of youth committed by the District Court to the custody of the Colorado Department of Human Services. The Division operates fifteen secure facilities that serve youth between the ages of 10 and 21, who are pre‑adjudicated, sentenced, or committed. The Division also contracts with numerous private residential and non‑residential service providers throughout the State. For pre‑adjudicated youth, the Division is also responsible for the management and oversight of Colorado Youth Detention Continuum, a State‑funded, locally administered program that provides services to youth at risk of further progressing into the juvenile justice system. In addition to residential programming, the Division administers juvenile parole services throughout the State.
About the Work Unit The work unit exists to provide academic, vocational and other educational related services to adjudicated youth in a safe, structured and positive environment where cognitive and affective learning will be achieved.
About the Position The Special Education Building Coordinator provides leadership in planning, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating special education programming across Spring Creek Youth Services Center in alignment with the DYS Education Strategic Plan. The Coordinator supports special education teachers and paraprofessionals in all aspects of implementation of the Special Education Process through age 21. The Coordinator also supports parents, administrators, teachers, school social workers, and other professional support staff in meeting the needs of students in need of services. The purpose of this position is to manage, develop, assess, and evaluate education program components and to develop program guidelines and standards to address the diverse needs of students at Spring Creek Youth Services Center.
Job Responsibilities
Special Education Administration:
Coordinate planning, implementation, and ensuring special education programming and child‑find processes across the school are in alignment with the DYS Education Strategy Plan, policies, and federal and state law.
Follow all rules and regulations of special education law including preparing reports for state and local indicators, submitting data to the Central office, scheduling meetings, and maintaining IEP records and other documents that pertain to special education.
Facilitate Individual Education Program (IEP) meetings using a strength‑based and family‑centered approach.
Work with school administrators, community organizations, and state agencies to facilitate special education programming.
Ensure IEP distribution to all staff participating in the student’s educational program.
Serve on school data and/or MTSS team.
Serve on DYS Special Education Advisory Team or other committees related to special education.
Serve as the special education provider and/or designee for all IEP meetings including referrals.
Consult with special education teachers with Individual Education Program development and scheduling.
Coordinate with the student’s special education team to ensure all documents are completed in a timely manner prior to any IEP meeting.
Connect with the special education team to ensure all team members, including parents, are prepared for the content of the meeting.
Special Education and Child Find Related Assessments:
Analyze and interpret test results, integrate findings, confer with other team members, and correlate assessment components to draw meaningful diagnostic conclusions.
Generate data, such as test scores used in reports, and interpret findings for funding sources and agencies.
Serve as a member of the multidisciplinary team, utilizing test results to assist in determining appropriate security level and needs for each individual.
Class Support:
Provide support to students in general or special education classes, ensuring the continuum of services is available and provided to youth on Individualized Education Programs.
Other Duties As Assigned:
Additional duties as assigned, including any special projects and initiatives related to special education services.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a field of study related to the work assignment.
Two (2) years of professional experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position, preferably in special education teaching and/or administrative experience.
License
Current, valid Professional Teacher license issued by the Colorado Department of Education with an endorsement in Special Education.
Substitutions
None.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Special Education.
Relevant Years of State Service.
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Experience writing Individual Education Programs.
Knowledge and experience implementing IDEA within the school setting.
Experience with implementing articulated systems and structures with fidelity.
Conditions of Employment
Must be 21 years old or older.
Must have a current and valid U.S. driver’s license.
Must travel to training and events in the Denver area and other state facilities.
CDE Teaching License; with an endorsement in Special Education.
Must have no felony convictions and no violent history.
Able to pass Escape and Evade training.
Full Background: CBI name check and fingerprint check, ICON Colorado court database, Medicare fraud database, Reference Checks, Professional License verification, Drug Screen, PREA, Trails check (direct contact with children).
The Diana Screen® will be administered to all applicants to the Division of Youth Services (DYS) seeking positions of trust with children and teens.
Former State employees disciplined, terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information and provide an explanation why the prior termination should not disqualify the applicant from the current position.
Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of the DYS Pre‑service Training Academy and mandatory annual training in all subject areas.
Appeal Rights If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in U.S. Mail, or hand delivered at 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203, or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice.
About Us Our values are defined by a people‑first approach. We strive to create an energized, inclusive, and healthy workplace that supplies the best services to Colorado residents. We hold ourselves accountable, practice transparency, value ethics, and promote collaboration. We are committed to increasing diversity and providing culturally responsive programs and services.
Benefits
Strong, secure, and flexible retirement benefits including 401(k) and 457 plans.
Employer‑supplemented Life Insurance.
Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave.
State employee discount program.
Excellent work‑life programs such as flexible schedules, training and more.
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions.
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
ADA Accommodations CDHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. The agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre‑employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. Direct inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Nancy Schmelzer, at cdhs_ada@state.co.us or call 1‑800‑929‑0791.
Equal Opportunity Statement THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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About the Division of Youth Services The Division of Youth Services (DYS) provides a continuum of residential and non‑residential services that encompass juvenile detention, commitment, and parole. DYS is the agency statutorily mandated to provide for the care and supervision of youth committed by the District Court to the custody of the Colorado Department of Human Services. The Division operates fifteen secure facilities that serve youth between the ages of 10 and 21, who are pre‑adjudicated, sentenced, or committed. The Division also contracts with numerous private residential and non‑residential service providers throughout the State. For pre‑adjudicated youth, the Division is also responsible for the management and oversight of Colorado Youth Detention Continuum, a State‑funded, locally administered program that provides services to youth at risk of further progressing into the juvenile justice system. In addition to residential programming, the Division administers juvenile parole services throughout the State.
About the Work Unit The work unit exists to provide academic, vocational and other educational related services to adjudicated youth in a safe, structured and positive environment where cognitive and affective learning will be achieved.
About the Position The Special Education Building Coordinator provides leadership in planning, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating special education programming across Spring Creek Youth Services Center in alignment with the DYS Education Strategic Plan. The Coordinator supports special education teachers and paraprofessionals in all aspects of implementation of the Special Education Process through age 21. The Coordinator also supports parents, administrators, teachers, school social workers, and other professional support staff in meeting the needs of students in need of services. The purpose of this position is to manage, develop, assess, and evaluate education program components and to develop program guidelines and standards to address the diverse needs of students at Spring Creek Youth Services Center.
Job Responsibilities
Special Education Administration:
Coordinate planning, implementation, and ensuring special education programming and child‑find processes across the school are in alignment with the DYS Education Strategy Plan, policies, and federal and state law.
Follow all rules and regulations of special education law including preparing reports for state and local indicators, submitting data to the Central office, scheduling meetings, and maintaining IEP records and other documents that pertain to special education.
Facilitate Individual Education Program (IEP) meetings using a strength‑based and family‑centered approach.
Work with school administrators, community organizations, and state agencies to facilitate special education programming.
Ensure IEP distribution to all staff participating in the student’s educational program.
Serve on school data and/or MTSS team.
Serve on DYS Special Education Advisory Team or other committees related to special education.
Serve as the special education provider and/or designee for all IEP meetings including referrals.
Consult with special education teachers with Individual Education Program development and scheduling.
Coordinate with the student’s special education team to ensure all documents are completed in a timely manner prior to any IEP meeting.
Connect with the special education team to ensure all team members, including parents, are prepared for the content of the meeting.
Special Education and Child Find Related Assessments:
Analyze and interpret test results, integrate findings, confer with other team members, and correlate assessment components to draw meaningful diagnostic conclusions.
Generate data, such as test scores used in reports, and interpret findings for funding sources and agencies.
Serve as a member of the multidisciplinary team, utilizing test results to assist in determining appropriate security level and needs for each individual.
Class Support:
Provide support to students in general or special education classes, ensuring the continuum of services is available and provided to youth on Individualized Education Programs.
Other Duties As Assigned:
Additional duties as assigned, including any special projects and initiatives related to special education services.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a field of study related to the work assignment.
Two (2) years of professional experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position, preferably in special education teaching and/or administrative experience.
License
Current, valid Professional Teacher license issued by the Colorado Department of Education with an endorsement in Special Education.
Substitutions
None.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Special Education.
Relevant Years of State Service.
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Experience writing Individual Education Programs.
Knowledge and experience implementing IDEA within the school setting.
Experience with implementing articulated systems and structures with fidelity.
Conditions of Employment
Must be 21 years old or older.
Must have a current and valid U.S. driver’s license.
Must travel to training and events in the Denver area and other state facilities.
CDE Teaching License; with an endorsement in Special Education.
Must have no felony convictions and no violent history.
Able to pass Escape and Evade training.
Full Background: CBI name check and fingerprint check, ICON Colorado court database, Medicare fraud database, Reference Checks, Professional License verification, Drug Screen, PREA, Trails check (direct contact with children).
The Diana Screen® will be administered to all applicants to the Division of Youth Services (DYS) seeking positions of trust with children and teens.
Former State employees disciplined, terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information and provide an explanation why the prior termination should not disqualify the applicant from the current position.
Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of the DYS Pre‑service Training Academy and mandatory annual training in all subject areas.
Appeal Rights If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in U.S. Mail, or hand delivered at 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203, or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice.
About Us Our values are defined by a people‑first approach. We strive to create an energized, inclusive, and healthy workplace that supplies the best services to Colorado residents. We hold ourselves accountable, practice transparency, value ethics, and promote collaboration. We are committed to increasing diversity and providing culturally responsive programs and services.
Benefits
Strong, secure, and flexible retirement benefits including 401(k) and 457 plans.
Employer‑supplemented Life Insurance.
Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave.
State employee discount program.
Excellent work‑life programs such as flexible schedules, training and more.
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions.
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
ADA Accommodations CDHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. The agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre‑employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. Direct inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Nancy Schmelzer, at cdhs_ada@state.co.us or call 1‑800‑929‑0791.
Equal Opportunity Statement THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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