Program Coordinator

Program Coordinator

Come work for the Bucks IU! A great opportunity to be part of a collaborative work environment with excellent employee benefit plan options, PSERS pension plan, and a flexible, school calendar or 12-month work schedule.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary: Provide instructional support and program management, act as local education agency representative, and assure appropriate provision of related and other instructional services in a variety of settings.

Essential Functions:

• Provide coordination and leadership for staff from varied disciplines including teachers, therapists and paraeducators.
• Meets with parents to provide support and guidance in using community resources.
• Serve as LEA representative at IEP meetings in the absence of the Program Supervisor
• Provide assistance to supervisors regarding the placement of students and the transition of students into the programs.
• Provide curricular support to staff.
• Provide support to staff for documentation and progress monitoring.
• Provide support and direction to staff regarding scheduling and other student management issues.
• Provide support and direction to professional and paraeducators in the use of technologies for instruction, assessment and data management.
• Support staff in the analysis of data that results in modifications of instructional programming and student progress.
• Assist supervisors with program initiatives.
• Confer with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and others to problem solve issues related to students within the classroom or itinerant programs.
• Meets with parents to provide support and guidance in using community resources.
• Participates in the recruitment, interviewing and hiring of staff.

Other Duties: This position description does not express nor does it imply that the above duties are the only duties to be performed by the incumbent(s) in this position. Additional duties may be assigned by the Administrator of the department, as needed, to adapt to the changing needs of the organization.

Competencies:

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in-group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Contributes to profits and revenue; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Conserves organizational resources.
• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Promotes a harassment-free environment.

Supervisory Responsibility: Evaluates non-professional staff including Occupational and Physical Therapists.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands. The employee is frequently required to walk; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee may be required to stand for long periods, and to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time, 193-day calendar position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. Hours of work are from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Hours are dependent on the needs of the districts. Occasional evening and/or weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Master's degree in Special Education or related field. PA Department of Education Certification in Special Education, Speech/Language, or School Psychologist.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of special education and early intervention laws and regulations. Knowledge of developmentally appropriate early intervention practice. Ability to lead and manage large, geographically diverse interdisciplinary service teams. Ability to communicate effectively with staff, families and agency representatives.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable): Citizenship or work authorization to work in the United States required.

EEO/AA/VEVRAA Employer: The Bucks IU is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Bucks IU does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.