Constellation Schools - Special Education Coach (Cleveland) - SY 25-26

Job Description

Job Description

About the Team

Constellation Schools are seeking a highly-qualified Special Education Coach in Cleveland, Ohio. The Special Education Coach supports teachers and staff in implementing effective instructional practices for students with disabilities. This position is responsible for providing professional development, instructional coaching, and technical assistance to ensure compliance with IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) and support inclusive education practices.

About the Opportunity:

Responsibilities of the Special Education Coach include:

• Collaborate with general and special education teachers to develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs).
• Model best practices for instruction, behavior management, and data collection in special education settings.
• Provide job-embedded coaching and feedback to educators to improve instructional quality.
• Support teachers in understanding and implementing accommodations, modifications, and differentiated instruction.
• Assist in the development and delivery of professional development sessions focused on special education compliance and effective practices.
• Analyze student data to inform instruction and support progress monitoring.
• Collaborate with school leadership to ensure alignment of special education practiceswith school goals.
• Maintain accurate special education rosters and track critical deadlines related to IEP development, evaluations, and service delivery.
• Serve as an active member of the IEP Compliance Committee and assist in monitoring and supporting district-wide compliance with federal, state, and local special education regulations.
• Stay current with federal and state regulations, district policies, and research-based instructional strategies.
• Provide guidance on inclusion, co-teaching models, and behavior intervention plans.
• Serve as a liaison between special education staff and administrators to promote effective communication and problem-solving.
• Other duties as assigned by Superintendent or Superintendent Designee

Qualifications
Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field
• Valid teaching license with a Special Education endorsement
• Minimum of 3–5 years of teaching experience in a special education setting
• Strong knowledge of IDEA, IEP development, and instructional strategies for students with disabilities

Preferred:

• Master's degree in Special Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field
• Experience in instructional coaching or mentoring teachers
• Knowledge of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to build trust and collaborate with diverse teams
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Proficient in data analysis and using data to drive instructional decisions
• Commitment to equity and inclusion for all learner

About Us:

History

Founded in 2001, Constellation Schools grew out of a community's desire to offer an educational choice that balanced academic achievement with life skills, character education, and social-emotional learning. Over the years, Constellation Schools garnered many awards including the US Department of Education's Blue Ribbon award and multiple School of Promise and Momentum awards from the Ohio Department of Education. Today, Constellation Schools comprise of 15 learning communities operated by ACCEL Schools, one of the nation's leading charter school management companies.

Mission & Vision

Constellation Schools provide every child an opportunity to obtain an excellent education built on a foundation of character education for lifelong success.

• Exceptional learning communities characterized by high expectations and academic excellence
• Teachers are inspiring, compassionate, and committed to the success of every student
• Students are actively engaged life-long global learners on the path to becoming responsible, compassionate, and involved world citizens

We offer the following benefits:

Life benefits – time & peace of mind

• Paid time off
• Retirement contributions
• Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)
• Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations

Health benefits – stay well & thrive

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

• Voluntary short-term disability insurance
• Voluntary long-term disability insurance

Career benefits – keep growing

• Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person's race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.