Monitoring Specialist for Special Education

Title: Monitoring Specialist for Special Education

State Role Title: Education Coordinator I

Hiring Range: Exact Commensurate Based on Qualifications and Experience

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Ed Central Operations

Location:JAMES MONROE BUILDING

Agency Website:doe.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: Agency Employee Only - A

Job Duties

The VDOE Office of Special Education Program Improvement is seeking qualified individuals to support activities that advance student learning and academic achievement of children with disabilities as described in the Department of Education's Strategic Plan and Special Education Annual Performance Plan and Performance Report, increase the Department's capacity to provide leadership and assistance to school divisions in providing special education programs and services; and provide highly complex managerial, technical, and analytical services to facilitate effective monitoring activities to ensure compliance with federal and state special education requirements and improved outcomes for children with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of federal and state regulations concerning students with disabilities, including the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, administration and supervision of special education programs; state and local government policies, procedures, and organizational structures; and curriculum and effective instructional practices.
• Skills in technical writing, coordinating, leading teams, analyzing and interpreting data, and presenting technical and complex information to various audiences. Skills in word processing and presentation software.
• Ability to identify and analyze complex problems related to special education and related services; to identify deficiencies in program operation and strategies to make corrections and effect positive change; to manage multiple assignments with critical deadlines; and work collaboratively in a team environment.

Additional Considerations

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. An advanced degree in special education, school administration, or related field preferred.

Special Instructions

This recruitment is open to current Virginia Dept. of Education employees only.

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Pursuant to Sections 2.2-3114 and 2.2-3115 of the Code of Virginia, this position has been designated as requiring you to disclose your financial interests. Financial interests shall be disclosed as a condition of employment and thereafter as required. The mechanism you will use to disclose these interests is called Statement of Economic Interests.

A résumé will be accepted in lieu of a completed state application. Applications submitted via e-mail, postal service, fax or hand-delivered will not be considered. Successful candidates must pass a criminal background check. Commonwealth of Virginia employees may have teleworking options available. Final teleworking agreements will be reviewed and approved upon hire.

Commonwealth's Alternate Hiring Process:
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to prove their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs.cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview process. For assistance call: (804) 225-2021, [TTY: 786-8389]

Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. The Virginia Department of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity within its workforce.

Contact Information

Name: Lexi Tate

Phone: 804-750-8730

Email: alexia.tate@doe.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.