Job Title
Oversee service delivery to students under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Implement district procedures for federal mandates regarding 504. Build capacity of staff who coordinate and manage Section 504 plans in order for them to provide appropriate accommodations and related services for students with disabilities. Provide training and technical assistance to building level staff and administration. Responsible for efficient use of Section 504 budget.
Essential duties and responsibilities include:
- Provide ongoing collaboration and coaching for Section 504 coordinators and school leadership.
- Consult with district administrators, school based Section 504 coordinators, teachers, staff and parents in determining appropriate accommodations and related services for students with disabilities.
- Develop and train Section 504 coordinators and school leadership in any new Section 504 district procedures and federal regulations as they are released.
- Develop, maintain, and update as necessary, processes and procedures for identifying students in need of accommodations and services under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
- Monitor compliance of federal, state and local regulations related to Section 504.
- Maintain files of students with Section 504 accommodation plans using the district's student information technology systems.
- Ensure appropriate professional development and quality programming for students by reviewing and evaluating documents and Section 504 Accommodation Plans in accordance with district procedures and federal regulations.
- Develop and provide training and technical support for the district's student information technology system as it relates to Section 504.
- Ensure that FERPA, confidentiality, and Section 504 Records requirements are met in accordance with district policy 5300.
- Perform data collection and analysis related to Section 504 plans.
- Collaborate with other district departments to ensure accurate and up-to-date Section 504 information is published and accessible for community stakeholders and district staff.
- Develop district-wide forms and informational guides for district personnel and parents regarding Section 504, and ADA including federal, state and local compliance parameters.
- Ensure materials are up to date.
- Investigate and, when appropriate, mediate disputes on disability related matters.
- Collaborate with district legal staff as necessary.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education and related work experience: Master's degree in related field. Minimum of three (3) years of related experience required. School administrative experience preferred.
Licenses, registrations or certifications: Criminal background check required for hire. Colorado principal's license or Special Education Director License preferred or must be obtained within 12 months of hire.
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