Out of District Coordinator/Court Liaison

Job Description

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION:
Under the direction of the Executive Director of Student Support Services this position manages the special education process for students placed in out of district placements, foster care placements, court placements, and Chartered Public Schools.

The Out of District Coordinator/Court Liaison establishes relationships with the court system, division for children, youth and families, bureau of children's behavioral health and personnel at out of district placements and Charter Schools. Bureau of Child and Youth.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
1. Knowledge of the NH special education law and procedural safeguards.
2. Understanding of foster care and implementing the special education process.
3. Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, school based staff, students, parents and community.
4. Ability to provide consultation to out of district placement and Charter Schools.
5. Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:
1. Experience in the field of special education.
2. Bachelor's Degree, Masters preferred.
3. At least three years special education teaching experience in grades PreK-12.

CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:
NH Certification in General Special Education, with preference given to those with additional endorsements such as specific learning disabilities or emotional and behavioral disabilities.

FTE = 0.85 FTE

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Keeping abreast of state and federal education regulations and laws to ensure compliance with the New Hampshire Rules for the Education of Children with Disabilities and RSA 186-C.
Determine appropriate Extended School Year services for students placed outside the local LEA.
Coordinate with outside agencies for the purpose of supporting special education students (ex:Vocational Rehabilitation, local area agencies, DCYF) and serve as a liaison for wrap around services when needed.
Assist with ensuring compliance as it relates to the Medicaid to Schools Program.
Attends placement team meetings on students being considered for an out of district placement.
Participates as the LEA Representative at IEP meetings at out of district placement and Chartered Public Schools to ensure that the special education process is being implemented.
Ensure that transportation is arranged for students who need it and that parents/guardians of students in out of district schools understand all transportation policies and procedures.
Attend court sessions and other meetings to convey and gather information required by the courts.
Communication with the court on behalf of the school district (e.g. attendance issues, available programs/services, completing paperwork, discipline, etc) to ensure the court has all the appropriate information to make rulings.
Coordinate with school teams and community organizations to build resources and expand program responsibilities.
Respond to requests for information from the court, parents/guardians, schools, and community agencies where appropriate, providing information and direction as required.
Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure compliance with Episodes of Treatment (EOT), court orders, IDEA, and district policy.
Participates in progress meetings and treatment meetings.
Visit potential placements with the student/parents to determine appropriate placement.

Welcome to ATX Learning

The Milford School District provides an authentic, rigorous, and personalized experience for all students, so they can pursue their passions and become reflective, empowered, and contributing citizens of an ever-changing world. It educates more than 2,332 Pre-K to 12 students and employs approximately 378 staff members. It is comprised of 1 high school & ATC, 1 middle school, 2 elementary schools and 1 alternative school.

Entry into the school district officially begins at Jacques Memorial Elementary School which focuses on literacy, communication, social-emotional learning, and beginning technology skills. These foundational skills are then being developed, nurtured, and strengthened at Heron Pond Elementary School.

A full-time gifted and talented instruction is offered to selected students and a unique educational commitment of is extended to students with special needs through a smaller, alternative school environment. Also, a robust instrumental music program is being offered to third grade students because we believe that instrumental lessons offered to students in the elementary grades will provide a solid foundation of skills to feed and expand the middle school and high school bands. The Milford School District offers a full array of interscholastic athletic activities, including swimming and wrestling, in the state's intermediate division.

Meanwhile, our Milford Middle School helps our students transition from elementary school students to high school readiness by providing them opportunities to grow and develop into young adults. Respect and responsibility for self, others, and property is promoted as students are guided toward their fullest potential in academics and citizenship.

Lastly, Milford High School provides students with rigorous and varied curriculum through multiple course offerings. The school engages all students in authentic experiences and motivates them to achieve their potential. Career Technical Education (CTE) classes at the Milford High School's Applied Technology Center (ATC) offer multiple career opportunities in a variety of fields. The ATC currently offers nine career clusters/pathways for students graduating with advanced skills in biotechnology, precision machining, engineering, culinary arts, business/accounting/marketing, video production, graphic arts, construction technology, and computer science.