Job Abstract

The San Diego Unified School District is seeking a dedicated MIld/Moderate Education Specialist to provide comprehensive support to students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that are enrolled in full-time online learning courses. The Education Specialist will serve as a case manager for their assigned students, ensuring that they receive the necessary accommodations and support to succeed academically.

Case Management: Act as the primary point of contact and advocate for students with IEPs enrolled solely in online learning courses. Develop and implement individualized plans to meet students' academic and developmental needs.

Flexibility: Demonstrate flexibility in working with students across middle and high school grade levels. Adapt instructional strategies and interventions to meet the diverse needs of students.

Progress Monitoring: Monitor student progress regularly, using data-driven approaches to assess academic growth and address areas of concern. Collaborate with teachers, parents, and support staff to adjust interventions as needed.

Collaboration: Work collaboratively with teachers, administrators, and support staff to ensure a coordinated approach to supporting students with IEPs in an online learning environment. Schedule, facilitate and attend IEP meetings, contributing valuable insights to the development of students' educational plans.

Professional Development: Stay informed about best practices in special education, online learning, and instructional technology. Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills related to supporting students with diverse learning needs.

Other Duties as Assigned: Assist with additional responsibilities as assigned by district administrators, which may include participating in committees, supporting school-wide initiatives, or providing professional development to colleagues.

Familiar with the Edgenuity Online Learning Platform Experience working with students with IEPs in online learning environments is desirable. Provide bilingual support in English and Spanish to students, parents, and staff members within the school district. Strong understanding of special education law, regulations, and best practices.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
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San Diego Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying by reason of the following actual or perceived characteristics: age, ancestry, color, mental or physical disability, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital or parental status, medical condition, nationality, national origin, actual or perceived sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

For more information contact:

Title II Coordinator - Wendy Ranck-Buhr
(619) 725-5678 or wranck-buhr@sandi.net

Title IX Coordinator & Uniform Complaint Compliance Officer
Anna Ward - (619) 725-7225 or award2@sandi.net