Special Education Curriculum Coordinator, K-3

Northside Center for Child Development

$85K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in special education or closely related field required.
  • Valid special education teacher certification/licensure is required.
  • Demonstrated experience mentoring or supervising teachers is preferred.
  • Experience conducting educational evaluations (including M&E) is preferred.
  • Knowledge of national or international education standards is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver evidence-based instruction and develop individualized IEPs for K-3 learners.
  • Apply inclusive, differentiated instructional strategies to enhance student engagement.
  • Design and adapt inclusive curriculum materials using UDL principles and assistive technology.
  • Support teachers in implementing curriculum effectively to improve student outcomes.
  • Mentor and coach educators on inclusive teaching practices to drive student improvement.
  • Lead professional development and school-wide instructional planning to promote equity.
  • Conduct evaluations to identify student needs and inform instructional decisions.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits package.
  • Professional development opportunities offered.
  • Supportive and mission-driven work environment.
  • Collaborative team culture fostering cross-disciplinary cooperation.
Full Job Description
OBJECTIVES: Reporting to the Director of Programs, the Curriculum Coordinator will oversee the design, implementation, and continuous enhancement of inclusive, standards-aligned curricula and instructional practices for Special Education programs serving students in Kindergarten through Grade 3. This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality teaching and learning by developing evidence-based instructional resources, providing coaching and mentorship to educators, and assessing program effectiveness through data-informed analysis and continuous improvement strategies. This role is dedicated to upholding the mission of Northside by meeting the diverse academic and developmental needs of young learners with disabilities while ensuring compliance with state and federal education guidelines and fostering an equitable, supportive learning environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  1. Deliver targeted, evidence-based instruction and develop individualized IEPs that accelerate academic, social-emotional, and behavioral growth for diverse learners in grades K-3.
  2. Appy inclusive, differentiated instructional strategies that increase student engagement, skill mastery, and overall learning access.
  3. Design, align, and adapt inclusive curriculum materials using Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles and assistive technology to improve instructional quality and accessibility.
  4. Support teachers in implementing curriculum effectively to enhance student outcomes and ensure standards-aligned, consistent instruction.
  5. Mentor and coach educators to strengthen inclusive teaching practices and drive measurable improvements in student learning.
  6. Lead professional development and contribute to school-wide instructional planning that promotes a positive, equitable learning environment.
  7. Conduct comprehensive evaluations that accurately identify student needs, inform interventions, and support instructional and placement decisions.
  8. Monitor progress and analyze data to evaluate program effectiveness and produce evidence-based reports that guide continuous improvement efforts.
  9. Collaborate with families and multidisciplinary teams to create cohesive, student-centered plans that support whole-child development.
  10. Ensure compliance with special education laws and maintain accurate documentation to upload program integrity and accountability.

SPECIFIC SKILLS:
  • Demonstrated advanced expertise in supporting diverse learners.
  • Proven experience designing curriculum and providing instructional leadership that improves student outcomes.
  • Strong knowledge of inclusive education practices, IEP development, and effective assessment methodologies.
  • Expertise in inclusive teaching, IEP development, differentiated instruction, behavioral and social-emotional support.
  • Curriculum design and alignment, UDL integration, assistive technology, educational assessments, data-driven decision-making.
  • Strong teacher mentoring, professional development facilitation, and instructional leadership skills.
  • Multidisciplinary teamwork, family engagement, clear reporting, and documentation.
  • Strong knowledge of special education laws, program evaluation, accurate record-keeping, and strong organizational abilities.
  • Critical thinker, analytical, creative, strategic, and detail-and results oriented.

CORE COMPETENCIES:
  • Excellent work ethic
  • Commitment to working in a mission-driven organization.
  • Demonstrated personal ethics and values.
  • Cross-team collaboration and cooperation
  • Team player who works well with a diverse group of people

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Master's degree in special education or a closely related education field.
  • Valid special education teacher certification/licensure.
  • Experience mentoring or supervising teachers, conducting educational evaluations (Including M&E), and applying national or international education standards to strengthen instructional quality (Preferred).

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Salary commensurate with experience. Northside offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Salary range: $85,000 - $95,000

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