Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Birch Family Services
Job overview
The Special Education Support Specialist at Birch Family Services manages IEPs and supports special education processes to ensure compliance and effective student support.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves managing IEPs, coordinating with CSE and CBST administrators, notifying staff of meetings, ensuring necessary documentation is collected, facilitating evaluations, managing enrollment data, communicating with parents and staff, and maintaining special education rosters.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a valid master's degree in special education, a valid NYS teaching certificate, at least 5 years of teaching experience preferably in middle/high school, strong communication skills, and basic computer proficiency; bilingual skills are a plus.
Company overview
Birch Family Services, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing education, employment, and community support services to individuals with autism and developmental disabilities. They generate revenue through government funding, grants, and donations, which support their programs including early childhood education, school-age programs, and adult services. Founded in 1975, Birch Family Services has a long history of advocating for and empowering individuals with special needs, aiming to enhance their quality of life and integration into society.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your experience managing IEPs and coordinating with CSE and CBST administrators, emphasizing your organizational skills and attention to detail.
Focus on showcasing your proficiency in communication, both written and oral, and any bilingual abilities, especially English/Spanish, as these are valuable for this role.
Apply through multiple channels including Birch Family Services' corporate career site and LinkedIn to maximize your exposure for the Special Education Support Specialist position.
Connect on LinkedIn with current employees in the special education or administrative divisions at Birch Family Services; use ice breakers such as commenting on recent initiatives related to special education or asking about their experience working with IEP processes.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description like 'IEP management,' 'CSE coordination,' 'student enrollment data,' and 'special education rosters' to increase your chances of passing initial screenings.
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