IEP Reader

POSITION

IEP Reader

RESPONSIBLE TO

Director of Special Education

EVALUATED BY

Director of Special Education

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Board of Education Policy

JOB DESCRIPTION

The IEP Reader conducts comprehensive audits of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to ensure compliance with federal, state, and cooperative policies, providing detailed feedback, correction support, and consultation to special education staff and leadership. This role also tracks data to identify trends, supports systemic improvement, and generates reports to guide professional development, staffing, and service decisions, while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and alignment with the cooperatives vision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Conduct regular IEP audits to ensure compliance with state, federal, and cooperative policies and procedures, providing feedback and assisting with corrections.
• Act as a consultant regarding policies and cooperative IEP guidance for teachers, facilitators, and building leaders on errors and verifications to ensure compliance with IEP paperwork.
• Verify that all required components of an IEP are present (e.g., goals, services, accommodations, transition plans, timelines, team participation) and detect missing, inconsistent, or unclear information.
• Utilize the IEP system to create or complete reports for Cooperative administration, building administration, or staff in relation to student services, staff allocations, or state reports and indicators.
• Track review outcomes to use data to identify trends and areas in need of professional development or systemic improvement.
• Provide written feedback and recommend necessary corrections and clarifications.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and complete reports required at the state, local, and/or district levels, verifying timely and accurate data and submissions.
• Meet regularly with the Goddard Special Education Cooperative Administration to develop and integrate district/cooperative vision.
• Ensure the development of IEPs is developmentally appropriate, curriculum/standards-based, strength-based, and designed to meet individualized student needs.
• Monitor and/or oversee IEP and evaluation due dates and completion of all required paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.
• Ensure the confidentiality of student records, students, and families.
• Advocate for special education with school leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the direct supervisor.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a licensed, certified special education position. School psychology background is preferred, but not required. A minimum of a Masters degree. Requires proficiency in special education policy in relation to state and federal laws and legislation. Requires the ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse population, be a team-player, be self-driven and organized, and uphold a high level of professional and ethical standards.

ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS

As required in contract and School Board Policy.

PROFESSIONAL DUTIES

• Demonstrate an advanced understanding of IEP writing practices and compliance.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge in the continuum of special education services.
• Maintain appropriate, confidential records and provide timely reports.
• Demonstrate an understanding of state and federal special education practices, laws, and regulations.
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of colleagues.
• Be committed to meeting the needs of a diverse student population.
• Have a track record of being a team player and community-minded.
• Be committed to their own professional development.
• Respond in a timely and efficient manner.
• Have excellent time-management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently.
• Adhere to a high level of professional and ethical standards.

PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT

Performance will be assessed by the Director of Special Education in accordance with approved USD 265 district and state policies and regulations.

ALL DUTIES AND EXPECTATIONS

All duties and expectations for this job description will be in compliance with the facilitators contract.

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