DENVER PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Job Description Form
Please submit form electronically to Adam_Barnett@dpsk12.org
Proposed Job Title: Child Find Coordinator
Date: Feb. 21, 2013
FSLA Status: (To be completed by HR)
Exempt
Nonexempt
Work Year: 235
Job Code: 7602
Department: Student
Services
# of Direct reports:
20-25
Reports To: Preschool Support Partner
Grade: M14
Salary: $58,605 - $74,721
PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS
Essential functions are routinely performed in:
General Office Setting
Mechanical Setting
Outdoors
Other (Describe)__Traveling between schools_
Compliance to security and safety procedures, including use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required.
POSITION OBJECTIVE – Describe general objectives.
Include the purpose of the position, expected outcomes and results, and overview of areas of accountability.
Provide leadership in the design and implementation using best practice strategies to appropriately identify students for preschool
services.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS – Describe each of the basic functions and responsibilities of the job.
Develop and grow collaborative relationships with families, school based teams, public agencies other members within
Student Services and Denver Public Schools.
Cultivate awareness among school leaders and special education team members that a core function of DPS Special
Education is to support the growth of skills to appropriately serving the needs of students at the school level.
Application and knowledge of effective instructional practices and data driven decision making focused on increasing student
outcomes
Provide counsel and assistance to special education team members on a broad range of special education topics including
Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE), Least Restrictive Environment (LRE), Parent Engagement and Procedural
Safeguards, and Individualized Education Planning (IEP).
Collaborate with other special education school partners, and other departments within student services, to implement
special education policies that strengthen the ability of schools to improve outcomes for students with disabilities;
Collaboration with local Community Center Board (CCB) to coordinate smooth transitions for families and students into the
public schools.
Plan and facilitate professional development with the Preschool Support Partner for Early Childhood Services.
Training and support for IEP development and implementation in the preschool setting
Provide leadership and supervision to Child Find Team members.
Development and implementation of research based practices for Early Childhood Identification processes that include
considerations for diverse populations.
Assignment of students to appropriate classroom settings.
Frequent participation in departmental meetings.
Participation in Division and Department meetings and group committees.
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Execute the goals and objectives of the Denver Public School District, Division of Students Services, and Department of
Special Education.
Utilize accountability processes to promote continuous district improvement.
Other duties as assigned.
LICENSURE & CERTIFICATION – Include licensure and certification requirements, if applicable.
Degree in Special Education or Related Services
Certification as a Special Education Teacher with Early Childhood Endorsement and Certification in School Administration (or
in the process of obtaining)
Must have a valid Colorado driver’s license and must be able to provide own transportation and meet district insurability
standards.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE – Describe the minimum education and experience required for the job.
Experience working in a K-12 public school environment with Early Childhood Special Education Service Delivery
Experience with the appropriate identification of students with disabilities
Experience working with diverse populations.
KNOWLEDGE & OTHER QUALIFICATIONS – Describe specific knowledge and qualifications required for the job.
Ability to work as a team member with a collaborative work style
Robust problem solving skills and the ability to act decisively.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Frequent travel across the district is required. Bilingual in Spanish highly desired.
EQUIPMENT & VEHICLES USED – Include the equipment and vehicles used, if applicable.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not
intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this classification.
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