What are the responsibilities and job description for the District 504 Case Manager position at RSU 21?
District 504 Case ManagerAs District 504 Case Manager you will deliver measurable results in your efforts throughout the district for grades Kindergarten - 12 at preventing discrimination against students, employees, and others based on a disability while ensuring compliance with all procedures and procedural safeguards required under Section 504/ADA. This position requires someone who is student-centered, detail-oriented, and collaborative and possesses strong communication skills. A key function of the 504 Case Manager is establishing uniformity of procedures and practices across all campuses.Reports to: Director of Special ServicesQualifications: Love what you do, the opportunity this position presents, and collaborating with others within and outside the organization to ensure district-wide compliance with Section 504/ADA. Our ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: Knowledge of 504 processes with respect to e.g., eligibility, plan development, and the legal requirements within that process Knowledge of academic support functions and scientifically based and developmentally appropriate instruction Interpersonal/human relation skills; the ability to relate effectively with students, staff, and families Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to maintain confidentiality and meet deadlinesEagerness to participate in a professional community Relevant Education Certification (Special Education, School Counselor, etc.) and/or Clinical Certification (eg.
LMSW, Psychologist, etc.) Experience working in a school setting at all grade levels Ability to effectively identify and refer potential 504 studentsAbility to learn and effectively utilize technology to complete essential job responsibilities (e.g., electronic mail software, multimedia educational software, Google applications, etc.)Essential Responsibilities: Planning and preparing for meetings and producing meeting documentationAttending MTSS meetings as a member of the teamCollaborating on the writing of 504 plans with Students, Teachers, and GuardiansAnalyzing, evaluating, and interpreting data to make relevant educational recommendationsScheduling, chairing, and maintaining required paperwork for Section 504 meetings in regard to eligibility, annual review, and grade-level transitions Providing oversight and support for staff in communicating and implementing plans in the schools Collaborating with administrators in developing and improving relevant systems of support Managing required documentation including, e.g., following up with building staff to ensure receipt and review, answering questions, securing signature, etc. Consulting with general education teachers, special education teachers, and other related service providers as needed to meet student needsAttending meetings and in-service training and presentations as assigned for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job responsibilitiesDocumenting student progress with accurate and accessible systems for tracking student learning and other records; using these systems efficiently and effectivelySupporting student needs through, for example: Understanding and being responsive to students, parents, team, and building needs Working one-on-one and in small groups of students to implement curriculum, instruction, and assessmentsAssisting with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, field trips, etc. Assisting students with lunch, snack, and clean-up routinesAlerting teachers to any problems and special information concerning students with special needsSupporting colleagues to ensure collective success through, for example: Preparing and organizing materials for instruction in collaboration with teachers and supervisorsAssisting teachers in ensuring that students personal, safety, and well-being needs are metServing as the chief source of information and support to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher Carrying out behavioral programs and expectations for students in the absence of the teacher during e.g., (recess, lunch, small group work, etc. Assisting building administrator(s) and office staff with clerical tasks Contributing to the school community and culture by participating in events, programs, or activities that further the culture of learning in the school and bring the values of the school to life through modeling and positive actionRegularly seeking out and identifying high-quality opportunities to grow and learn, identifying problems of practice or areas of inquiry that inform individual and collaborative learning opportunitiesExhibiting high standards of ethical practice and wise decision-making on behalf of students, families, and colleagues performing other duties as assigned by the Director of Special ServicesPerforming other responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Special Services Core Competencies: Change agent: youre able to persuade staff to try new things, approach something differently, and/or pivot to a new direction when needed; you use evidence to persuade, build allies, and celebrate wins along the way to invest staff in new approaches Flexibility: you accept the fluidity of evolving priorities; you are open to changes and ready to take advantage of unexpected opportunities; you adapt quickly as new priorities emerge.
Strong communication: you excel at verbal and written communication, and use both to engage internally and externally with confidence and effectiveness; your presence and communication skills enable you to advocate effectively for your team and your workA team mentality: you view your work as supporting the whole and integral to team effectiveness Collaborative nature: you comfortably give, receive, and incorporate feedback, while knowing when to stand your ground; you dont take criticism personally and absorb feedback effectively; you enjoy contributing to a shared vision. Resourceful: you optimize available resources and tools (internally and externally) to enhance your impact; you network proactively, and with confidence to broaden the scope of people who can serve as a resource to your work. Highly responsive: you are flexible and able to adjust when faced with unexpected, real-time problems that demand your attention. Active listener: youre a strong, active listener; you can read body language and between the lines to pick up both on whats being said and whats not being said; you can identify the nuance of whats being suggested, however obliquely, and articulate it strategically for others.
Ethical practice: you are guided by the rightness or wrongness of actions; you have a strong moral compass; you believe that ethical behaviors maximize productivity and effectiveness and that ethical shortcuts only hurt long-term goals.Reasonable Accommodations: RSU 21 will provide accommodations to an individual with a disability, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or applicable law, who has made the district aware of their disability unless doing so would cause an undue hardship to the district. Terms of Employment: Contract salary based on step-growth as outlined in the current KAKEA Teacher Collective Bargaining Agreement with 6 paid per-diem flex days, for a total of 190-day contract and benefits as outlined in the 504 Case Manager Contract. Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with this document by the Director of Special Services.
LMSW, Psychologist, etc.) Experience working in a school setting at all grade levels Ability to effectively identify and refer potential 504 studentsAbility to learn and effectively utilize technology to complete essential job responsibilities (e.g., electronic mail software, multimedia educational software, Google applications, etc.)Essential Responsibilities: Planning and preparing for meetings and producing meeting documentationAttending MTSS meetings as a member of the teamCollaborating on the writing of 504 plans with Students, Teachers, and GuardiansAnalyzing, evaluating, and interpreting data to make relevant educational recommendationsScheduling, chairing, and maintaining required paperwork for Section 504 meetings in regard to eligibility, annual review, and grade-level transitions Providing oversight and support for staff in communicating and implementing plans in the schools Collaborating with administrators in developing and improving relevant systems of support Managing required documentation including, e.g., following up with building staff to ensure receipt and review, answering questions, securing signature, etc. Consulting with general education teachers, special education teachers, and other related service providers as needed to meet student needsAttending meetings and in-service training and presentations as assigned for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job responsibilitiesDocumenting student progress with accurate and accessible systems for tracking student learning and other records; using these systems efficiently and effectivelySupporting student needs through, for example: Understanding and being responsive to students, parents, team, and building needs Working one-on-one and in small groups of students to implement curriculum, instruction, and assessmentsAssisting with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, field trips, etc. Assisting students with lunch, snack, and clean-up routinesAlerting teachers to any problems and special information concerning students with special needsSupporting colleagues to ensure collective success through, for example: Preparing and organizing materials for instruction in collaboration with teachers and supervisorsAssisting teachers in ensuring that students personal, safety, and well-being needs are metServing as the chief source of information and support to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher Carrying out behavioral programs and expectations for students in the absence of the teacher during e.g., (recess, lunch, small group work, etc. Assisting building administrator(s) and office staff with clerical tasks Contributing to the school community and culture by participating in events, programs, or activities that further the culture of learning in the school and bring the values of the school to life through modeling and positive actionRegularly seeking out and identifying high-quality opportunities to grow and learn, identifying problems of practice or areas of inquiry that inform individual and collaborative learning opportunitiesExhibiting high standards of ethical practice and wise decision-making on behalf of students, families, and colleagues performing other duties as assigned by the Director of Special ServicesPerforming other responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Special Services Core Competencies: Change agent: youre able to persuade staff to try new things, approach something differently, and/or pivot to a new direction when needed; you use evidence to persuade, build allies, and celebrate wins along the way to invest staff in new approaches Flexibility: you accept the fluidity of evolving priorities; you are open to changes and ready to take advantage of unexpected opportunities; you adapt quickly as new priorities emerge.
Strong communication: you excel at verbal and written communication, and use both to engage internally and externally with confidence and effectiveness; your presence and communication skills enable you to advocate effectively for your team and your workA team mentality: you view your work as supporting the whole and integral to team effectiveness Collaborative nature: you comfortably give, receive, and incorporate feedback, while knowing when to stand your ground; you dont take criticism personally and absorb feedback effectively; you enjoy contributing to a shared vision. Resourceful: you optimize available resources and tools (internally and externally) to enhance your impact; you network proactively, and with confidence to broaden the scope of people who can serve as a resource to your work. Highly responsive: you are flexible and able to adjust when faced with unexpected, real-time problems that demand your attention. Active listener: youre a strong, active listener; you can read body language and between the lines to pick up both on whats being said and whats not being said; you can identify the nuance of whats being suggested, however obliquely, and articulate it strategically for others.
Ethical practice: you are guided by the rightness or wrongness of actions; you have a strong moral compass; you believe that ethical behaviors maximize productivity and effectiveness and that ethical shortcuts only hurt long-term goals.Reasonable Accommodations: RSU 21 will provide accommodations to an individual with a disability, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or applicable law, who has made the district aware of their disability unless doing so would cause an undue hardship to the district. Terms of Employment: Contract salary based on step-growth as outlined in the current KAKEA Teacher Collective Bargaining Agreement with 6 paid per-diem flex days, for a total of 190-day contract and benefits as outlined in the 504 Case Manager Contract. Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with this document by the Director of Special Services.
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