Special Education Compliance Associate

School MissionAt the Inspired Teaching Demonstration School, a professional learning community of masterteachers and teacher residents ensures that a diverse group of students achieve their potential asaccomplished learners, thoughtful citizens, and imaginative and inquisitive problem solversthrough a demanding, inquiry-based curriculum. With its clear mission and prominent location inWashington, DC, the school serves as a model of instruction for students and training forteachers, with the goal of becoming a leader in changing the way teachers are prepared andsupported and students are educated nationwide.

Job PurposeThe Special Education Compliance Associate is responsible for supporting the Special EducationLeadership Team in maintaining compliance for all students in the school’s special educationprogram – specifically, students with IEPs or 504 plans. The Special Education ComplianceAssociate ensures that the school meets and adheres to deadlines and local and Federalguidelines for special education compliance as well as legal and compliance requirements ofpublic schools under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).A firm belief and grounding in the philosophy and values of the school's mission is crucial forevery employee. It is of the utmost importance that every member of the school’s staff believesthat all children can learn and contribute to the vitality of their learning community. Thiscombined with a deep care for all students is the foundation for our work.

Essential FunctionsThe Special Education Compliance Associate is responsible for the following:Special Education Systems & Student Services Support● Arranges, updates, and monitors transportation services for students with disabilities,including working with vendors and consulting with ITDS operations team● Collects and screens SPED teachers’ progress report comments and shares high-levelfeedback with special education leadership team● Reviews and screens written documents (IEP, 504 plans) to ensure that documents meetall requirements● Sends out letters of invitation for IEP meetings, shares draft IEPs 5 days in advance andprovides Prior Written Notice when needed● Sends IEP and 504 plan final drafts out to sign digitally● Provides coverage support to classrooms (as needed) when general education teachersattend IEP and 504 meetingsIntellect • Inquiry • Imagination • Integrity● Provides coverage support to individual students (as needed) when a Specialist,Individualized Support is needed in the event of an absence.Special Education Liaison Support● Serves as a champion school’s special education program by upholding the school values,mission, commitment, and strategic priorities to support the special education team inorder to meet every child's needs in collaboration with families● Adheres to the standards for implementation of local procedures and policies foridentification, evaluation, and placement of students with disabilities inclusive ofconsiderations regarding the least restrictive environment; stays abreast of updates andpolicy changes that impact compliance standards when necessary● Follows up with case managers and applicable IEP team members before and afterIEP/504 related meetings and collaborates with team members to ensure next steps arecompleteSpecial Education Documentation, Recordkeeping, and Legal Compliance● Successfully navigates the Special Programs database and supports maintenance ofspecial education records● Adheres to mandated Federal, District and LEA timelines for student evaluation, familyconsent permissions, and child find obligations; Stays abreast of all legal requirementsgoverning special education and their application to programs in DC● Participates in mediation and due process activities, as requested● Monitors and adheres to important dates and deadlines on shared calendars for timelyscheduling and holding of 504 & IEP events inclusive of related meetings (FBA, BIP,Evaluations, Safety Plans etc.)Performs other duties as assigned by the Manager of Special Education Compliance, Director ofSpecial Education, Principal, or Executive Director

Qualifications

● Bachelor’s degree required● At least 2 years experience in Special Education services and support preferred● Strong written and communication skills● Strong skills in navigating online platforms and adhering to hard deadlines● Deep commitment to reflective practice, an ability to give and receive feedback openlyand without defensiveness, and a desire to constantly question and improve teachingpractice.● Commitment to creating a school that not only provides an excellent education for thestudent, but that creates an open, trusting learning environment for teachers.Intellect • Inquiry • Imagination • Integrity● Demonstrated commitment to anti-racist, anti-bias practices and comfort and willingnessto address issues of equity, access and inclusion.● Ability to thrive in an innovative environment and an interest in being part of a team thatbuilds the systems that support a growing school.● Embodies a whole child mindset.

ABOUT THE SCHOOLHistoryInspired Teaching Demonstration School was founded on the work of Center for InspiredTeaching to ensure that all schools make the most of children’s innate desire to learn. The schoolis organized to meet two related, mutually reinforcing goals: to provide an excellent educationfor students, and to provide excellent teacher preparation and professional development forteachers and teacher leaders. As such, the school is a true learning community.Inspired Teaching Demonstration School opened for the 2011-2012 school year followingauthorization by the District of Columbia Public Charter School Board. The school was foundedby a Founding Group convened by Center for Inspired Teaching, a Washington DC basednon-profit organization, which began working with teachers and schools in 1995. Professionaldevelopment, mentoring, and teacher certification programs have all been a part of InspiredTeaching Demonstration School’s work and shared goal to transform the school experience forall children.

PhilosophyInspired Teaching is rooted in the belief that every student possesses the ability to think critically,learn and understand information, and solve complex problems and that students should spendtheir time in school engaged primarily in these kinds of activities. It is the teacher's responsibilityto find or create a way to reach every student in partnership with the student’s <family.At> Inspired Teaching Demonstration School, we teach and reinforce Intellect, Inquiry,Imagination, and Integrity, our four Is. Such education is a continuous process that supports andsustains all other aspects of school life and purpose. We have also always been committed tocreating an equitable school environment that actively works to surface and address issues ofsocial justice.

SALARY AND BENEFITSIntellect • Inquiry • Imagination • IntegrityThe Inspired Teaching School offers competitive salaries, commensurate with experience. Thisis an entry level position with an annual salary range of $60,000 - $65,000. The school offersa strong benefits package that includes health care (multiple plan options), retirement plan(employer match available), Flexible Spending accounts, supplemental insurance throughAFLAC, and pre-tax public transportation/Metro benefit.The Inspired Teaching Demonstration School is an equal opportunity employer committed toinclusive hiring and encourages applicants from all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on thebasis of race, color, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation,disability, or any other protected status. All employment decisions are made solely on the basisof the individual’s qualifications as related to the requirements of the position being filled. Theschool's Title IX Coordinator is Jessica Hiltabidel(<[email hidden]>)