504 Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Required Certificates and Licenses: Valid Texas Teacher Certification

Residency Requirements: Texas residents

The Remote 504 Coordinator is responsible for coordinating policies and procedures relating to students with disabilities, tracking progress related to Section 504 policies and procedures, maintaining all data required for Section 504, and providing consultative services to school staff regarding Section 504

K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANYONE. We provide families with an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace. In support of this, we are committed to creating and maintaining a culture of inclusion and diversity where our employees are passionate about serving students and families, treat one another and customers with respect, challenge each other to innovate and always strive to do better.

Passionate Educators are needed at Stride K12 Texas partner schools, (TXSS) . We want you to be a part of our talented team!

The mission of Stride K12 Texas partner schools, (TXSS) is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us!

This is a full-time position. Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

· Facilitate and ensure the implementation of the school district approved Section 504 processes and data collection policies.

· Develop and maintain all Section 504 records including 504 plans and list of eligible students.

· Keep informed of current state and federal requirements regarding Section 504.

· Serve as a daily resource to school administrators, school leadership teams, and other stakeholders regarding Section 504 issues.

· Provide ongoing training and support to school/district staff regarding Section 504 and the implementation of the Section 504 and data collection procedures.

· Support teachers in documenting student progress.

· Serve as liaison between the school and District regarding Section 504 issues.

· Work with the special education team to facilitate 504 student eligibility for special education.

· Work with student management program to prepare documentation for 504 meetings.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor’s degree AND

· Three (3) years of related professional experience OR

· Equivalent combination of education and experience

Certificates and Licenses: Valid Texas Teacher Certification

OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Understanding of applicable sections of the state and federal education laws and other pertinent regulations

· Strong interpersonal and oral/written communication skills both in-person and electronically

· Customer service oriented

· Able to read data and determine what steps are needed to assist students academically and behaviorally, as a whole and on an individual basis

· Demonstrates the use of good judgment in decision-making

· Strong organizational and time management skills

· Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook as well as Internet research methods and report writing techniques; utilizes computer software associated with curriculum

· Ability to travel 20% time for work including to support in-person testing, meetings, and professional development

· Ability to clear required background check including obtain fingerprint clearance

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Valid Texas Principal Certification

· Three (3) years of directly related experience in an online school setting

WORK EVVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· This is a home-based position

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