Special Education Coordinator

Title: Special Education Coordinator - Ohio Connections Academy

Location: Columbus United States

Job Description:

Ohio Connections Academy (OCA) is a tuition-free K-12 public virtual school that students attend from home. Authorized under state law by the Ohio Council of Community Schools, OCA is state-certified and serves students across Northeast, Northwest, Central, Southeast, and Southwest Ohio.

Position Summary

Accepting applications for the 2026-2027 school year. The Special Education Coordinator, reporting to the Manager of Special Education, plays a key leadership role in ensuring high-quality programming and compliance for students with disabilities. This position may be performed remotely or from an office setting.

The Coordinator is responsible for overseeing special education processes, supporting staff, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations while promoting student success in a virtual environment. This is a 10-month position with required summer hours based on assigned projects and timelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in new student enrollment reviews, including evaluation of incoming records and determination of appropriate supports and services
• Coordinate and monitor records requests and ensure timely transfer and review of special education documentation
• Provide oversight of related services, including service delivery, provider collaboration, and compliance with IEP requirements
• Monitor and support special education compliance metrics, including timelines, documentation, and audit readiness
• Support and lead school-wide projects and initiatives as needs arise
• Supervise and support Intervention Specialists and special education staff, including coaching and performance management
• Maintain accurate documentation within the Learning Management System to track special education timelines and data
• Serve as a District Representative in assigned IEP and ETR meetings
• Ensure appropriate implementation of IEPs, 504 Plans, and accommodations, including during state testing
• Collaborate with teachers and Learning Coaches to support instructional programming for students with disabilities
• Communicate with families to address concerns and ensure compliance with Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) requirements
• Develop expertise in Connections Academy curriculum and identify ways to adapt instruction to meet diverse learner needs
• Conduct staff evaluations in accordance with established evaluation cycles
• Perform other duties as assigned by the School Leader or Manager of Special Education

Requirements

• Valid Special Education Certification
• Minimum of 3 years of successful full-time teaching experience in special education
• Strong knowledge of special education law, compliance, and IEP processes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to student success
• High level of technological proficiency (especially Microsoft Office and virtual platforms)
• Ability to travel occasionally for state testing, professional development, and student needs
• Ability to use a personal electronic device and email for two-step authentication

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Application Contingency: ANY PERSON WHO KNOWINGLY MAKES A FALSE STATEMENT IS GUILTY OF A FALSIFICATION UNDER SECTION 2921.13 OF THE OHIO REVISED CODE, WHICH IS A MISDEMEANOR OF THE FIRST DEGREE.

Ohio Connections Academy strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.