Coordinator of Special Education and Student Services

 

Location:  Cheektowaga-Sloan Union Free School District (CSUFSD)

Salary:  Minimum $85,000; Actual salary commensurate with experience and credentials

Position Summary/Purpose:
The Cheektowaga-Sloan Union Free School District is committed to fostering a positive, student-centered learning environment that recognizes and supports the unique needs, strengths, and talents of every student. Through the integration of character education and a rigorous, critical-thinking-based curriculum, the District emphasizes educating the whole child and preparing students to become lifelong learners who are well equipped for success in college, career, and beyond.

 

Responsibilities and Skills:

• Chair CSE, CPSE, and Section 504 meetings and facilitate effective collaboration among parents, staff, and service providers.
• Assist in ensuring District compliance with Part 200 regulations and supporting the provision of a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) to all eligible students.
• Assist with the student registration process, including addressing residency-related concerns and documentation.
• Serve as a liaison between parents, teachers, administrators, and support staff to promote effective communication and collaborative problem-solving.
• Serve as a resource to teachers and work closely with the Director of Special Education & Student Services regarding student behavioral and educational concerns.
• Coordinate communication and collaboration between teachers and parents to monitor, implement, and modify behavior/educational plans as needed.
• Monitor the implementation of Section 504 Plans and assist in ensuring accommodations are provided consistently and appropriately.
• Assist with the development and submission of grants that support student services and District initiatives.
• Assist with planning and facilitating department meetings.
• Assist with maintaining accurate student services records, data spreadsheets, and related documentation.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned and deemed appropriate by the Director of Special Education & Student Services and/or Superintendent of Schools.

 

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years teaching experience and building-based administrative experience preferred.
• Experience in special education and understanding of Part 200 Regulations preferred.
• Valid NYS School Building Leader (SBL) and/or School District Leader (SDL) or SAS or SDA certificate
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills.

 

Application Procedure:

Apply online at www.schoolspring.com and attach a cover letter, resume, certification, transcripts, and three current letters of reference or submit to:  Mrs. Andrea L. Galenski, Superintendent of Schools, 166 Halstead Ave., Sloan, NY 14212, including a cover letter, resume, certification, transcripts, and three current letters of reference.

 

Application Deadline:  September 14, 2026

Anticipated Job Start Date:  On or around October 20, 2026

 

The Cheektowaga-Sloan UFSD is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex (including gender identity or the status of being transgender), sexual orientation, disability, age, military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic-violence-victim status, criminal arrest or conviction record, or any other basis prohibited by state or federal non-discrimination laws.