Special Education Team Chair
Randolph Public School District Margaret L. Donovan School - Randolph, Massachusetts
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Job ID: 5943607
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 29, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately
Job Description:
Full-time positions for: Donovan/Young Elementary Schools The Special Education Team Chair serves as the instructional, compliance, and dispute‑resolution leader for special education processes within their assigned schools. This role supports administrators, teachers, related service providers, and families by coordinating evaluation teams, facilitating meetings, and ensuring high‑quality, student‑centered decision‑making. The Team Chair ensures that all IEP timelines, evaluations, and service delivery are strictly compliant with IDEA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and Massachusetts Special Education Regulations (603 CMR 28.00).Timeline Oversight: Ensure all special education timelines are met, including initial evaluations, 45‑day timelines, annual reviews, progress reviews (as needed) and three‑year reevaluations. Referral & Evaluation Coordination: Manage the referral, screening, and evaluation tracking processes for IEPs. This includes obtaining signed parental consents, referral management, and scheduling of the meeting. Systems & Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely documentation within the district’s IEP management system (e.g., PowerSchool).Responsible for preparing and managing specific IEP documents: Invitations, Manifestation Determination Meetings, Consents, N1s, Bullying documentation, and Transportation forms. Enter data for the service delivery grid, and the Extended School Year (ESY) grid if needed. Enter summary reports compiled from providers’ evaluation summaries, and conduct file reviews and summary writing. Quality Control: Ensure all IEPs, and evaluation reports meet district (RPS) and state (DESE) quality standards prior to dissemination. Conduct a comprehensive final review of the documentation—including goals, objectives, service delivery grids, and N1s before submission to the Central Office. Administrative Workflow: The Assistant Principal (AP) oversees the entire special education paperwork process. Compliance Tracking: Maintain compliance trackers, track compliance meetings, and monitor compensatory services. Prepare required DESE and district compliance reports. Meeting Facilitation, Dispute Resolution & Family Engagement Meeting Leadership: Serve as the primary facilitator for Initial, Annual, Re‑evaluation, Manifestation Determination meeting, Extended Evaluation, and Reconvene IEP meetings. Meeting Preparation: Collect all necessary documents prior to meetings, including testing results, teachers’ updates, and behavioral data. Dispute Resolution & Legal Representation: Serve as a proactive line of defense against legal vulnerabilities. Act as the designated district representative and participant in special education dispute resolutions, mediations, Resolution Meetings, and Bureau of Special Education Appeals (BSEA) hearings, tracking compliance on all resulting agreements. Family Liaison: Communicate effectively and compassionately with families regarding evaluation results, services, and procedural rights. Maintain a family‑centered approach to build trust and collaborative problem‑solving. Procedural Safeguards: Monitor and uphold all state and federal regulations, including procedural safeguards and Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) requirements. Collaboration, Leadership, & Program Quality District Partnerships: Partner with building principals, assistant principals, school psychologists, BCBAs, related service providers, and district administrators. Tiered Monitoring: Participate in building‑based child study and student support team meetings to provide guidance on interventions prior to formal referral. Direct Observation: Conduct student observations in class for all relevant students to better understand student’s strengths and challenges. Staff Development: Contribute to professional development initiatives for staff regarding special education procedures, compliance, and accommodation best practices. Program Monitoring: Support the Director of Special Education in monitoring specialized program fidelity (e.g., PK, RISE, ILC, GROW, TLC, Transition Program). Identify trends in referrals and service delivery to propose solutions and implement inclusive district initiatives. Scheduling Coordination: Support Sub‑Separate District Content Planning Time (DCPT) as necessary, as approved and aligned with the Central Special Ed Office. Operations: Coordinate MCAS accommodations in collaboration with the building MCAS coordinator. Initiate, update, and monitor special transportation requests for students with disabilities.
High School Specific Duties: Handle the filing of Chapter 688 referrals and student performance summaries.
Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories
Special Education > General Special Education Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities Welcome to Margaret L. Donovan School, Martin E. Young Elem School
Mission Statement To create an environment which fosters equity and excellence for all children to live in an interdependent world. The means to achieve this mission include; mastery of language, a balanced core curriculum, a set of common goals, a sense of self-worth, and a desire for lifelong learning., " To enhance self esteem in a comprehensive school program that provides all students with the appropriate skills necessary to function well as maturing students and members of the diverse Randolph Community."Equal Opportunity Employer
The Randolph Public Schools (RPS) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The RPS do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, ethnic identity, sex, gender identity, disability, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation or homelessness in admission to or participation in its programs and activities. RPS does not tolerate any form of discrimination, intimidation, threat, bullying, coercion and/or harassment that insults the dignity of others by interfering with their ability or freedom to learn and work.
Job Requirements
Licensure: Valid Massachusetts DESE Special Education License (Required).
Education:
Bachelor’s degree (Required); Master’s degree or advanced certification in Special Education or a related field (Preferred).
Experience:
Minimum of 3 years of experience in public education, special education, or a related setting
Minimum of 3 years of experience chairing IEP meetings:(Preferred)
Demonstrated experience navigating complex compliance matters, mediations, or dispute resolutions (Preferred).
Demonstrated experience working in multicultural and diverse school environments (Required).
Skills:- Strong organizational, communication, conflict-resolution, and leadership skills.
Familiarity with IEP/504 management platforms such as Frontline/ESPED, PowerSchool, or similar systems.
Maintenance of organized, confidential records in strict accordance with FERPA and state regulations.
Understanding of the Special Education Laws and Regulations
Randolph Public Schools is committed to building a diverse and inclusive educational environment. Candidates of color and individuals with multicultural experience are strongly encouraged to apply. At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred. Master degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Meliane Hackett, Director of Special Education & Student Services40 Highland Avenue Randolph, Massachusetts 02368
Phone: 781-961-6200 Fax: 781-961-6295
Email: hackettm@randolph.k12.ma.us
