District Special Education Coordinator

Job overview

The District Special Education Coordinator role is onsite in Syracuse, NY. The posting lists a salary range of $89,000–$100,000 per year. The coordinator supports Science Academies of New York’s districtwide K–12 special education services. The coordinator facilitates collaboration among teachers, school leaders, home districts, students, and families to plan and deliver appropriate services. The role oversees special education processes, staff support, student progress monitoring, and compliance with applicable policies and regulations to sustain and improve district programs.

What you'll do

• Coordinate collaboration with home districts, families, teachers, and school leaders
• support MTSS and RTI interventions and progress monitoring
• review intake assessments and services aligned with IEPs and 504 plans
• oversee special education teams, eligibility and reevaluation, related services, behavioral plans, records, and regulatory reporting
• coordinate 504 services, Child Find referrals, placements, and transitions
• train and support staff
• monitor compliance with special education laws and procedures.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

special education coordinator

district role

k–12

syracuse ny

science academies of ny

iep

504 plans

mtss

rti

special education compliance

staff training

$89,000–$100,000/year

nys sped certification

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting requires a bachelor’s degree, leadership experience, New York State Students with Disabilities or SPED certification, and fingerprint clearance; a master’s degree is preferred.

About the employer

Science Academies of NY is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.