Educational Support Coordinator Preschool – Grade 5

Responsibilities and Duties: 

1. Develop and Implement Support Plans: 

• Create and manage Individual Learning Plans, otherwise known as ILPs, 504 Plans, and other support plans tailored to meet the needs of students with diverse learning needs. 
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and specialists to implement accommodations effectively. 

2. Coordinate Assessments and Evaluations: 

• Schedule and facilitate rising first, second and fifth grade assessments. 
• Schedule and facilitate educational assessments and evaluations with school psychologists, learning specialists, and other relevant professionals. 
• Review and interpret assessment results to identify appropriate support strategies and share with teachers. 
• Do an “In-House” evaluation before sending students to an educational assessment. 

3. Monitor Student Progress: 

• Track student progress and adjust support plans as needed. 
• Meet regularly with students, parents, and teachers to review progress and make necessary changes (at least once a school year). 

4. Provide Direct Support to Students: 

• Offer one-on-one or small group support for students needing academic assistance or specialized interventions. 
• Implement targeted strategies to improve sensory integration and self-regulation. 

5. Facilitate Communication and Collaboration: 

• Serve as a liaison between students, parents, teachers, Pedagogical Administrator, and external professionals to ensure cohesive support. 
• Organize and lead meetings to discuss student needs and progress, including parent-teacher conferences. 

6. Training and Professional Development: 

• Provide training and resources for teachers and staff on best practices for supporting students with learning differences. 
• Stay updated on educational support strategies, legal requirements, and accommodations through continuous professional development. 

7. Documentation and Compliance: 

• Maintain accurate records of student support plans, assessments, and communications. 
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements, such as IDEA, Section 504, and other applicable educational laws. 

8. Resource Management: 

• Identify and provide access to resources, materials, and assistive technology that support students’ learning needs. 
• Manage budgets and resources allocated for educational support services 

9. Crisis Intervention: 

• Provide support during student crises, working with Pedagogical Administrator, counselors or behavioral specialists as needed. 
• Implement de-escalation techniques and ensure students’ emotional well-being. 

10. Program Evaluation: 

• Evaluate the effectiveness of support programs and interventions. 
• Collect feedback from students, parents, and staff to continuously improve educational support services. 

11. Behavior Incidents:

• Develop and implement support for behavior incidents
• Support class teachers and assistants in in classroom behavior management

12. Other School Duties 

• Attend faculty meetings 
• Participate in Educational Support Committee meetings. 
• Attend Admissions meetings as required. 

Experience: 

Experience in coordinating IEPs, 504 Plans, or similar individualized support plans. 

Skills: 

• Strong understanding of learning disabilities, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and other learning challenges. 
• Organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, parents, teachers, and outside professionals. 
• Knowledge of educational laws and compliance requirements related to student support. 

Technical Skills: 

• Proficiency in using educational software, assessment tools, and assistive technologies. 
• Strong record-keeping and data management skills. 

Personal Attributes: 

• Empathy, patience, and a passion for supporting students with diverse learning needs. 
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.