Exceptional Children Program Facilitator

Exceptional Children Program Facilitator

Job Description:
Exceptional Children (EC) Program Facilitator

Position Purpose / Nature of Work

Provides leadership in the development, coordination, and implementation of special education and related services to ensure consistent access to high quality academic and functional supports for students with disabilities. The EC Program Facilitator serves as a liaison between the central office and schools to promote compliant, inclusive, and responsive programming across all grade levels and educational settings. This role serves as district leadership providing technical assistance, coaching, instructional and compliance monitoring while supporting administrators in decision‑making related to Exceptional Children programming.

Collaborates with administrators, educators, families, and community partners to strengthen instructional practices, monitor student progress, address systemic barriers, and support decision making that results in appropriate services and supports for all students. Ensures the provision of a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) in the least restrictive environment through data‑informed practices and continuous improvement while adhering to special education regulations.

Education, Training, and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Special Education or a directly related field.
• Multiple years of successful teaching experience or related school‑based professional experience.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in assessing student needs, supporting instructional improvement and adhering to special education regulations.
• Experience planning, developing, and implementing programs; evaluating program effectiveness; and designing and delivering professional development for staff.

Certification and License Requirements

• Hold or be qualified to hold a North Carolina Professional Educator’s License in Exceptional Children or a directly related field.
• Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license in accordance with State of North Carolina requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Special Education or a directly related field.
• Administrative and/or supervisory experience at the school or central services level.

Performance Responsibilities / Essential Functions

Program Leadership, Administration, and Compliance

• Provide leadership in the administration of Exceptional Children programs in accordance with state and federal laws.
• Collaborate with colleagues within the district and school to develop, implement, and monitor programming and inclusive practices.
• Monitor and support compliance of Exceptional Children records, including IEP documentation and FAPE monitoring.
• Support by coaching and modeling the collection and analysis of district, school‑level and goal progress data to measure programming effectiveness and student progress.

Instructional Support, Coaching, and Professional Learning

• Serve as a consultant and coach to colleagues and staff regarding instructional strategies, specially designed instruction, and evidence‑based interventions.
• Collaborate to facilitate the design, delivery, evaluation, and monitoring of professional development related to instruction, student achievement, and system goals.
• Deploy professional learning, coaching, modeling, and fidelity checks for special education programming.
• Develop and/or deploy district resources for instruction, assessments, and professional learning using various platforms.
• Support school‑based staff and administrators in planning and implementing professional alignment of inclusive practices and instructional priorities.
• Coordinate and support transitions of programming and services across grade level and educational environments.

Collaboration, Community Engagement, and Systems Alignment

• Work collaboratively with district and school administrators to implement system goals and evaluate programming effectiveness.
• Promote strong partnerships with colleagues at district and school levels, families, and community agencies.
• Participate in meetings, conferences, and professional learning activities to…