Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. OpenEd.co is dedicated to providing customized education resources to every learner. The Special Education Specialist will work closely with families of students who have Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to empower them in navigating the special education process and ensuring they receive the necessary support and resources.
Responsibilities
- Helping families understand special education laws, procedural safeguards, and IEP components
- Partnering with Student Success team to ensure coordinated support during pre-referral process
- Providing one-on-one coaching to parents and teachers of students with IEPs
- Preparing parents and teachers for IEP meetings by reviewing documents, clarifying goals, and identifying questions or concerns
- Supporting understanding of related services in a virtual learning environment (speech, OT, PT, counseling, etc.)
- Monitoring and responding to parent inquiries submitted through the Special Education email inbox
- Implementing and documenting OpenEd’s pre-referral process
- Tracking trends and common family concerns to inform program improvement
- Developing parent-friendly resources and toolkits
- Facilitating workshops or webinars on special education topics
- Maintaining accurate documentation of coaching interactions
- Serving as subject matter expert on the parent experience for OpenEd families of students with IEPs
- Ensuring confidentiality and compliance with FERPA and other applicable regulations
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Special Education, Social Work, or related field
- 3+ years of experience working with students with disabilities or supporting families in educational settings
- Strong knowledge of the IEP process and special education regulations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience as a special education teacher, case manager, or parent advocate
- Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, and ADA requirements
- Experience facilitating meetings or coaching adults
- Ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism and empathy
Benefits
- Competitive salary and 401k plan + company matching opportunities.
- Comprehensive Health Benefits: Health insurance package including medical, dental, vision, life, critical illness, accident, STD/LTD, HSA, and FSA with dependent care.
- Flexible Work Arrangement: We’re a fully remote workforce that emphasizes a healthy work-life balance by allowing some autonomy in work hours.
- Generous Paid Time Off policy, enabling you to recharge, spend quality time with loved ones, and pursue personal interests outside of work.
- Supportive Team Environment: Join a supportive and collaborative team environment where your contributions are valued, and teamwork is encouraged, fostering a culture of success and mutual respect.
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