Special Education Case Manager 2026/2027 School Year

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

• The case manager is responsible for ensuring the success of students receiving special education services. Case managers work collaboratively with parents, teachers, administrators and district assessment staff to develop appropriate individual education plans (IEP) for students on their caseload as well as monitor progress in all areas of IEP implementation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree from accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of subjects assigned
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• 3+ years' experience as a special education teacher

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Collaborate and communicate with students, parents, teachers, diagnostician, speech therapists, related service providers, and administrators.
• Monitor student grades, attendance, and behavior. Intervene to address concerns.
• Schedule/Attend Staffings as needed to address student needs and plan for difficult decisions.
• Request/Attend program reviews as needed to address student needs.
• Maintain communication and update information as changes occur.
• Disseminate information to the parents, teachers and related services as changes occur.
• ARD preparation/ARD attendance/Conducting ARDs
• Update goals and objectives for progress reports.
• Update student status as changes occur.
• Parent Communication
• Conduct parent conferences.
• Communicate with Administrators.

MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

Tools/Equipment Used:

Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture:

Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion:

Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting:

Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment:

May work prolonged or irregular hours

Mental Demands:

Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

The above statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list.

Calendar Days: 187