Special Education Coordinator

Position: Special Education Coordinator

Location: Laradon fosters a collaborative, team environment; working on-site in Denver, CO

Application Deadline: April 12.

Schedule: 8am-4pm, Monday-Friday.

Starting Salary Range: *$60,000-$75,000 annually

*The stated starting salary pay range for this position is meant to reflect a range of where a typical entry level candidate would start and is not meant to be all inclusive. Additional education and experience may result in a starting pay outside of the stated range.*

Laradon has been a leader in advocacy, education, and support for kids and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities for over 75 years. We are looking for talented and dedicated team members to carry our legacy forward.

If you genuinely care about providing youth and/or adults with a sense of direction and hope, then you’ll get huge satisfaction from this role. Your influence will not only impact the lives of youth and/or adults, but the community as a whole. Laradon staff work extremely hard and are challenged every day, but they play a key role in supporting the well-being of the individuals that we serve.

We are seeking a Special Education Coordinator to support the Laradon School. Reporting to the School Director, this role will support Laradon’s mission by coordinating the special education process for Laradon School students including monitoring timelines, coordinating transfers, evaluation and re-evaluation.  Train and coach staff in the preparation for and development of IEPs.  Provide leadership and direction for CDE licensed staff and coordinate the induction process for licensed staff.  Provide professional development and coaching to school staff on instructional strategies and the implementation of IEPs for Laradon students.

No day is ever alike but you can generally look forward to the following responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and subject matter expertise for staff to embrace Laradon’s mission, vision and core values.
• Conduct classroom observations and provide coaching to staff on instructional strategies and implementation of IEPs.
• Promote a learning environment in which all students thrive; where classroom instruction is tailored to students’ strengths and needs and preparing students for their next transition.
• Lead data collection systems for individual and aggregate student data.
• Attend and facilitate Individual Education Program (IEP) meetings when needed.
• Monitor special education compliance including annual reviews, reevaluations, transfers, data collection, progress reporting, and post-school planning.
• Serve as subject matter expert in the IEP document system, including training staff in use of the system.
• Lead a comprehensive selection and implementation of curriculum resources in collaboration with staff.
• Provide crisis intervention and support to students and staff when needed.
• Seek input and maintain effective communication with staff and community partners.
• Participate in the student intake process with the school leadership team; including observations and communication with districts and parents.
• Assist with organizational processes and planning.
• Assist with daily staffing attendance and classroom staffing needs.
• Provide staff trainings and professional development as needed; facilitate staff meetings as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

We proudly support our employees by providing the following benefits for this position:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/FSA
• 401(k) + 4% Match
• 9 Weeks of Paid School Breaks/Holidays and 100 Hours of Accrued Paid Time Off Annually
• FAMLI Leave
• Bilingual Pay Differential
• Tuition and Certification Reimbursement
• Student Loan Assistance
• Laradon is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• Onsite Employee Counseling Services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Long Term Disability, Life, Cancer, Accident, and Pet Insurance
• EcoPass: Unlimited rides on RTD buses and trains for full-time employees
• Referral Bonuses (get paid to work with friends!)
• Committee participation opportunities (DEIB/A, Safety)
• Development, job growth, and internal training
• The opportunity to work in a dynamic, supportive, and rewarding environment alongside other Laradon staff – one where everyone is truly appreciated
• CDC and CDPHE protocols to ensure the safety and welfare of all employees.

We believe in providing continuing education and development opportunities for our employees. To start you off right in your position, we’ll make sure you are trained in the following:

• Orientation
• Mandatory Reporting
• Incident Reporting
• First Aid/CPR
• Safety Care/Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
• Defensive Driving
• Person Centered Training
• Trauma Informed Care
• QMAP
• Professional Boundaries

We look forward to what you will bring to our workplace:

• Colorado Department of Education license with special education or specialized service provider endorsement.
• Three years of experience as a licensed teacher or licensed provider in special education.
• Demonstrated knowledge in special education laws and regulation.
• Mentoring or coaching experience in an educational setting.
• Experience with case management or coordinator experience preferred.
• Must possess desire to mentor and teach Laradon staff members at all levels.
• Excellent problem solving skills.
• Ability to demonstrate patience, accountability, flexibility, strong oral and written communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Valid driving license, good driving record, vehicle insurance preferred.
• Physical requirements include the ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force; physical condition to enable walking, standing, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling; stamina to be on feet and active for full workdays; ability to speak or exchange information in an audible manner.

Our commitment to you once you get here:

Our DEIB/A policy supports and strengthens Laradon’s mission of promoting advocacy, community access and independence for the individuals we serve and celebrating the unique differences and abilities of our employees. Laradon strives to foster a culture that celebrates diversity, ensuring that each member of our community has equal opportunities to thrive and contribute their unique perspectives. We are committed to promoting equity and accessibility by identifying and eliminating systemic barriers that may hinder the growth and advancement of underrepresented groups through intentional and inclusive practices.

To provide culturally aware services to individuals, students, guests, and staff/employees, our hiring practices reflect our values by offering an environment that celebrates diversity and embraces inclusion. All of our team members – regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, language, abilities/disabilities, veteran status, religion, citizenship, socioeconomic status, geographic region, or other defining characteristics – should feel a sense of belonging and value. We strive for excellence in every role within Laradon and select the most qualified people who embrace and embody our mission and values.

Our Values: 

Inclusion | Compassion | Advocacy | Respect | Empowerment