Full-Time
Special Education Coordinator
ACCEL Schools
501-1,000 employees
Provides personalized virtual and in-person education
No salary listed
Mid
Ohio, USA
Eligibility: Open to residents in Ohio. In-office work will be required throughout the year.
- Master’s Degree or in process of obtaining
- Administrative Specialist License as required by O.A.C. 3301-51-09
- Minimum 3 years of experience providing special education services in an online model
- Current Ohio Special Education Teacher or Administrator Certification
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite Products
- Ability to handle confidential information responsibly and exhibit sound judgment while maintaining that confidentiality.
- Demonstrates a reliable, dependable, and trustworthy work ethic.
- Ability to manage difficult or emotional client situations
- Ability to make sound judgments after all available information has been gathered or communicated.
- Demonstrates a mature attitude and insight into matters affecting department, self and / or company welfare.
- Demonstrated leadership and management ability.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure, effectively prioritizing and executing tasks to meet deadlines consistently.
- Ability to learn new technologies and acquire new skills through independent study, professional training, and from more senior team members.
- Ability to work independently and contribute to a team
- Understanding and ability to manage confidential information
- Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks
- Attend relevant trainings offered by county agencies and the department of education to stay current on regulations and best practices
- Develop and facilitate professional development and training on varied Special Education topics
- Coordinate with enrollment team to understand volume and needs of newly enrolling Special Education students, gather existing documentation, and assign students to IS caseloads
- Review all Special Education documents, including IEPs, for compliance and quality and provide feedback and coaching to Intervention Specialists prior to IEP meeting
- Act as district representative at IEP meetings
- Assist Intervention Specialists with complex parent communications as needed
- Monitor Intervention Specialist compliance with timelines and data collection
- Observe Intervention Specialists during instructional time with students and provide feedback
- Conduct teacher evaluations under the Ohio Teacher Evaluation System (OTES 2.0 Certified)
- Participate in the Alternate Assessment decision making process to ensure a student is most appropriately assessed with an alternate assessment.
- Serve as a point of contact and manage supplemental program access.
- Partner with grade band Principal and Asst. Principal to ensure communication and consistency in general education and special education programming
- Collaborate with EMIS Coordinator/State Reporting Manager to gather/enter all needed data into state and federal systems
- Participate in trainings and meetings (occasional travel required)
- Perform all other job duties as assigned
ACCEL Schools provides educational services through both virtual and in-person learning environments designed for middle and high school students. The focus is on college preparatory education, ensuring that students from diverse backgrounds receive the support they need to succeed academically and socially. The company collaborates with communities across the country to create safe and nurturing learning spaces. By implementing effective educational practices and personalizing the learning experience, ACCEL Schools aims to meet the unique needs of each student. They generate revenue through partnerships with educational institutions and community organizations, as well as through student enrollment in their specialized programs. In response to the changing educational landscape post-pandemic, ACCEL Schools is expanding its virtual offerings, including the Pathfinder Career Academy.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Cleveland, Ohio
Founded
2014
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Increased demand for hybrid learning models post-pandemic boosts ACCEL's flexible education options.
- Growing interest in career-focused programs aligns with ACCEL's Pathfinder Career Academy.
- Rising investment in educational technology enhances ACCEL's personalized learning experiences.
What critics are saying
- Competition from new virtual platforms threatens ACCEL's market share.
- Micro-schools and learning pods may attract students away from ACCEL.
- Data privacy concerns could lead to stricter regulations and higher operational costs.
What makes ACCEL Schools unique
- ACCEL Schools offers both virtual and in-person learning tailored to diverse student needs.
- The company focuses on college preparatory education for middle and high school students.
- ACCEL Schools partners with communities to create supportive learning environments.
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Benefits
Paid Vacation
401(k) Retirement Plan
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary short-term disability insurance
Voluntary long-term disability insurance
Paid time off
Retirement contributions
Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance
Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)