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🌟 Now Hiring: Special Education Coordinator – Pine Ridge School (Full-Time, On-Site) Location: Pine Ridge, South Dakota Organization: Augustine Angels (Federal Education Services Division) Contract Type: Full-Time, 40 hours/week (on-site during the school year) Start Date: December 2025 (pending background clearance)

✨ About the Opportunity Augustine Angels is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Special Education Coordinator to join our team in support of the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) at Pine Ridge School. This individual will play a pivotal role in ensuring high-quality education, compliance with IDEA, and individualized support for students with special needs in a K–12 setting serving approximately 600 students.

You will serve as the lead on all special education program operations — from IEP coordination and staff training to compliance oversight — working collaboratively with teachers, administrators, and families to foster student success.

💼 Key Responsibilities

Oversee and manage the school’s special education program and caseload (approx. 110–120 students).

Coordinate Child Find, IEP meetings, and evaluations to ensure all timelines and federal requirements are met.

Provide guidance and training to special education teachers and related service staff.

Review all IEPs for accuracy and compliance with IDEA and BIE standards.

Collaborate with psychologists, speech, OT/PT, and counseling teams for comprehensive student support.

Maintain data, documentation, and required reports for the Bureau of Indian Education.

Participate in school leadership meetings, professional development, and continuous improvement initiatives.

🎓 Qualifications

Master’s degree in Special Education or School Psychology (required)

Valid state certification/licensure in Special Education or School Psychology (required)

Minimum 3–5 years of experience coordinating or managing special education programs

Strong knowledge of IDEA, IEP development, and compliance reporting

Exceptional organizational, leadership, and communication skills

Experience in tribal, federal, or rural school settings is highly preferred

Must pass a federal background check before starting work

💰 Compensation & Benefits

Competitive hourly rate commensurate with experience

Guaranteed full-time annual hours (2,080 per year)

Professional support and leadership oversight provided by Augustine Angels Education Division

Opportunity to make a lasting difference in Native communities

📅 Schedule

Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM (on-site at Pine Ridge School)

Follows the school academic calendar

❤️ Why Join Us

At Augustine Angels, we believe education changes lives. We partner with schools across the nation to provide exceptional special education and related services that empower students, families, and educators. When you join our team, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that values excellence, integrity, and heart-centered service.

📩 How to Apply

Submit the following:

Detailed & Current resume

Copy of licensure/state certification

Proof of US Citizenship

Copy of Degree or Transcript (if available)

Applications will be reviewed immediately.