Case Manager, Special Education Services

Minimum Requirements  

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in education or a related field.

• Three years of full-time, paid, professional experience outside the classroom in a  leadership role. 

The candidate must ensure that all of their relevant work experience is reflected on their resume prior to the submission of their application for District employment.

Certificates/Licenses 

• Valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Instructional II certificate in Special Education.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

Knowledge of: 

○ federal and state legislation regarding special education. 

○ current special education consent agreement requirements. 

○ Individualized Education Plans. 

○ action plans to ensure compliance. 

○ the uses and capabilities of personal computers and their software applications.

Demonstrated ability to\: 

○ assist schools in the development and implementation of action plans. 

○ provide technical assistance on special education compliance. 

○ provide large scale, content specific trainings and professional development for adult learners. 

○ manage data including interpretation, solutions and applications.  

○ create, maintain and use data for planning and decision making. 

○ problem solve and mediate among parties. 

○ communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 

○ establish and maintain effective working relationships.  

Disclaimer 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being  performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an  exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.  

Nondiscrimination 

The School District of Philadelphia provides equal employment opportunities to all employees  and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, sexual  orientation, ancestry, national origin, disability, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity, or  genetic information. Please refer to Board Policy 348 for further information regarding the  District's commitment to Nondiscrimination in Employment Practices. 

Title: Case Manager, Special Education, Services and Compliance

Department\: Specialized Services 

Reports To: Director, Special Education Services 

This is a full-time 12-month, PFT represented position. The salary grade is 3659 which starts at $108,261 for new PFT members.

The School District of Philadelphia is committed to becoming the fastest improving District in the  country and transforming the educational opportunities it offers to our city's more than 200,000  students. The District seeks leaders who have a passion for working with schools and  communities who are committed to ensuring all students achieve. Serving a population as  diverse as ours requires creativity, commitment and vision. Will you join us? 

Job Summary 

Monitors special education documents such as the Individualized Education Plans (IEPs),  Behavioral Intervention Plan (BIP) and procedures such as Manifestation Determination, to  ensure compliance with federal, state and local mandates. Evaluates and determines the  professional development needs of building level staff in order to deliver high quality substantive  training and consultative support. Collaborates with administrators on instructional best  practices and interventions, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) rules and  regulations, and transition services to ensure foundational understanding of IDEA and  adherence.  

Essential Functions 

• Coordinates the provision of special education services per the students' IEPs, including specially designed instruction and provision of all related service needs.  

• Responds to constituent concerns and works with parents and school staff to resolve disputes regarding special education services; maintains ongoing communication with  parents, school staff and the community. 

• Collects and analyzes data; prepares reports and data related to compliance and monitors the progress of students with physical and mental challenges; ensures that the IEPS are  implemented correctly and that goals and objectives are updated as required. 

• Facilitates approved private school referrals.  

• Coordinates and manages upper grade level transfers and early intervention student transition of services.