504 Specialist
This position acts as a consultant and specialist in advising administrators, teachers, and other professional personnel in the eligibility, development and implementation of 504 Plans. The successful candidate will plans for and develops staff in-service opportunities for school based 504 coordinators. Additionally, the specialist performs a variety of tasks necessary in eligibility, monitoring and assisting in plan development. The 504 Specialist provides support to the building 504 teams to monitor the overall effectiveness of student plans and ensures all aspects of 504 eligibilities/plans are implemented within federal, state and local regulations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Assists in the development, revision and implementation of Section 504 procedures.
Provides ongoing training and support to district staff regarding Section 504 and the implementation of the Section 504 procedures.
Collects and maintains all Section 504 data (504 plans and lists of eligible students) for reference purposes.
Attend 504 plan meetings as needed to provide support to the school 504 coordinator and administration.
Serves as a daily resource to school based 504 coordinators, district administrators, building level teams, and community members regarding Section 504 issues.
Coordinates Section 504 grievance procedures with the Supervisor of Special Education as deemed appropriate by the Superintendent.
Remains current in regard to Section 504 policy and procedures at the district, state and federal level.
Serve on division level committees as needed.
Advises school personnel as needed in regard to 504 service implications in disciplinary measures. Ensure that behavioral plans are developed, implemented and monitored as required.
Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university, with an advanced degree preferred. Administrative endorsement preferred
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
8:00 am to 3:30 pm; occasional evening events, performances, and events, 220 days per year, teacher salary schedule