INSTRUCTIONAL SPECIALIST, SPECIAL EDUCATION

E MILY GRIFFITH CAMPUS

Northeast: Northwest: Southeast: Southwest

Traditional 235 work days

FTE: 1.0

Salary Range: $72,137 - $86,564

About this job:

The Special Education Instructional Specialist (SEIS) position is responsible for improving student achievement by providing individualized support to schools, leading professional learning communities for teacher leaders and school leaders, designing and leading district professional learning for teachers and partnering with Directors of Schools. Supports effective specialized instruction, infusing District vision for Culturally Responsive Education (CRE). The Special Education Instructional Specialist (SEIS) advises schools around all legal requirements related to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This position is grant funded year to year, continuation of the position is contingent on grant funding.

What DPS Offers You:

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Student Will Succeed.
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• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off , health and wellness benefits , and PERA Retirement .

What You'll Do:

• Plans and facilitates professional development for schools on effective specialized instruction and inclusion, providing school staff with coaching and advice around curricular materials so that they are able to offer best first instruction and standards-aligned specialized instruction.
• Provides consultation, support, and direction to schools and special education teams so that they can meet all school-level Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) expectations and challenges and effectively manage special education services in support of the academic growth of students with disabilities; elevates school-level concerns, ensuring awareness around possible issues with implementation of IDEA that could result in legal risks.
• In partnership with the academics team, develops and facilitates cycles of related professional learning for the District and its school teams to ensure schools meet measurable student outcomes tied to district priorities, such as rigorous standards-based instruction, culturally responsive teaching, instructional systems and data-driven instruction.
• Facilitates learning cycles across schools, including collaboratively setting learning goals, engaging in observations and coaching participants.
• Models exemplar culturally sustaining practices for teacher leaders, such as instructional planning at the unit and lesson level, data meetings and feedback conversations.
• Analyzes district local assessment data and classroom observations and uses it to inform school support.
• Works collaboratively on a team to achieve actionable and observable results at the student level; contributes to a strong team culture grounded in district values and a commitment to excellence and service to schools.
• In collaboration with the multilingual education team, develops professional learning and coaching opportunities for teachers and leaders on best practices for supporting the achievement of multilingual learners.
• Supports with district curriculum adoption and implementation.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's Degree in Special Education or related field required; Master's Degree in Special Education or related field preferred.
• Special Education Teacher or Related Services License from the CDE.
• Four (4) or more years of teaching experience in special education or relevant subject area with at least two years of experience in coaching other teachers.
• Special Education Teacher or Related Services License from the CDE.
• Valid driver's license, appropriate insurance, and clean driving record for the past three (3) years is required.
• Knowledge with Google Suite.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Skilled at providing professional development and coaching for adult learners.
• Effective communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Effectively handles multiple demands and competing deadlines.
• Works collaboratively with others on a team.
• Aptitude for variety and changing expectations and a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of effective specialized instruction.
• Ability to travel to sites throughout the District.
• Understanding of IDEA and all current laws/court decisions related to special education.
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.