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Los Angeles Unified School District · 9 hours ago

Specialist, Research and Resolution Special Education Due Process Department

LA Metro Area

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$131K/yr - $163K/yr

5+ years exp

Los Angeles Unified School District is dedicated to providing quality education and support for students with disabilities. They are seeking a Specialist in Research and Resolution for the Special Education Due Process Department, responsible for facilitating early dispute resolution, analyzing due process filings, and ensuring compliance with settlement agreements.

Education

Responsibilities

Represents the District and facilitates all aspects of early dispute resolution in due process proceedings

Researches allegations in due process filings, identifies all aspects of parental concerns, and provides analysis of procedural and substantive issues for each case

Represents the District in mediation only and selected formal dispute resolution processes involving the Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH)

Prepares, collects, and maintains accurate documentation and data as it relates to students with disabilities who are identified as requiring case management

Monitors all aspects of settlement agreements to ensure compliance with all required terms

Mentors and coaches region and school site teams, as well as division staff, regarding preparatory activities pertaining to Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, early dispute resolution practices, and the timely implementation of settlement agreements

Provides technical expertise to school teams in the support of all programs related to students with disabilities, including special education programs and services at all District sites

Provides professional development on a variety of topics related to instructional programs of students with disabilities, dispute resolution activities, and IEP development

Analyzes data and applies the analysis to support division and region staff in implementing settlement agreements, corrective actions, and appropriate programs for students with disabilities

Uses data to assist in building capacity of school-site staff to work effectively in planning, holding, and implementing IEPs and programs

Assists staff to resolve complex or unique problems for which there is no current District policy

Communicates with all levels of constituents, both internally and externally, with a high degree of confidentiality

Provides training and support to central office, schools, region, and division staff

Performs other duties as assigned

During periods of critical personnel shortage or other emergency situations, temporarily perform duties as directed within authorization of any credentials held and registered with the Office of the Los Angeles County Superintendent of Schools

Qualification

California Administrative Services CredentialMaster's degreeIDEAWelligentData analysisConflict resolutionCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTime management skills

Required

At least five (5) years of successful, full-time public-school service in a certificated position(s), with no fewer than three (3) years of successful, full-time public school experience working with students with disabilities in a certificated capacity

A valid California Administrative Services Credential

An earned master's degree or advanced degree of at least equivalent standard conferred by a regionally accredited college or university

Completion of required Multicultural Education and Master Plan coursework. Applicants have one year to complete this requirement

Preferred

Knowledge of state and federal mandates regarding students with disabilities, implementing regulations, special education best practices, and research on emerging practices in the education of students with disabilities

Experience in meeting the instructional and behavioral needs of students with disabilities

Successful experience in implementing special education policies, procedures, and programs, including all aspects of compliance

In-depth knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), and of Compliance Complaint process under the California Department of Education

Knowledge of District policies, procedures, and instructional priorities

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with staff, parents, and outside agencies or other school districts

Experience in conflict resolution

Experience with District data systems, including Welligent, MiSiS, Excel, Access, and Outlook applications

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks with effective time management skills

Ability to travel to sites throughout the District