SPECIAL EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR

This position will serve as the school’s primary leader for implementation of IDEA, Section 504, and dyslexia procedures required by state law. The person in this position is responsible for creating a flexible program and learning environment that provides specialized instruction for students with disabilities, such that the students benefits from the general education curriculum to the greatest extent possible when supported with supplemental aides, accommodations, and other needed supports. The position will work with the instructional team in meeting standards-aligned educational objectives. The position will work with the instructional team in meeting the educational objectives and supporting the school's motto: "Relationships, Relevance, and Rigor". Uphold a positive work environment that follows Goodwill's Amazing Customer Experience (ACE) culture, Values, and Mission in everything you do and every interaction you have with co-workers, clients, customers and management. **Essential Duties and Responsibilities** 1. Serve as the school’s primary leader for IDEA implementation; 2. Ensure provision of Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) in the least restrictive environment 3. Oversee Child Find, referrals, evaluations, eligibility determinations, IEP development and implementation, reevaluations, transitions, discipline protections, procedural safeguards, and related services; 4. Monitor timelines and documentation; 5. Oversee due-process and complaint matters in coordination with leadership and legal counsel 6. Prepare for DESE monitoring. 7. Develop procedures, manuals, service-delivery models, and annual program goals 8. Analyze compliance and student-outcome data 9. Conduct internal audits of IEPs 10. Identify systemic needs 11. Report program performance, risks, and recommendations to school director. 12. Serve as the school's Section 504 Coordinator or provide direct oversight of the school's Section 504 program. 13. Develop, implement, and maintain procedures for the identification, evaluation, eligibility determination, placement, and periodic reevaluation of students under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. 14. Ensure eligible students receive a FAPE through appropriate accommodations, services, and supports. 15. Oversee the development, implementation, review, and monitoring of Section 504 Plans. 16. Provide guidance to administrators, teachers, life coaches, and other staff regarding Section 504 eligibility and implementation. 17. Monitor the consistent and effective implementation of accommodations across classrooms, assessments, and other school programs. 18. Coordinate Section 504 considerations related to student discipline and ensure applicable protections are followed. 19. Maintain accurate and confidential Section 504 records and monitor required review and reevaluation timelines. 20. Respond to student questions and concerns and support the resolution of Section 504 disputes. 21. Provide professional development to school personnel regarding Section 504, disability discrimination, accommodations, and staff responsibilities. 22. Ensure students are appropriately served under the applicable legal framework and that Section 504 is not used as a substitute for IDEA eligibility when a student requires special education. 23. Ensure all procedures outlined in Ark. Code Ann. §§ 6-41-601 through 6-41-611 regarding screening, evaluation, and services for students with dyslexia or characteristics of dyslexia who may or may not otherwise qualify for special education services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) are implemented with fidelity. 24. Managing student behavior in the classroom and on school premises, and applying appropriate and effective measures in cases of misbehavior with dignity. 25. Participate in collaborative curriculum development, grade-level activities, and school-wide functions aimed at improving student retention, productivity, school culture, and new…