Due Process Coordinator

Special Education Due Process Coordinator

School: Partnership Academy

Compensation: $55,000-$80,000

Start Date: August 2026 for the 2026-2027 school year

Mission: Partnership Academy's mission is to create learning experiences and partnerships that empower students to achieve their greatest potential in order to be positive contributors in their community.

Vision: To be an innovative school that prepares students for a successful future.

Job Summary

The Due Process Coordinator is responsible for providing a variety of clerical support functions involved in the special education process: including scheduling of special education IEP meetings, evaluation meetings and services, scheduling of child study meetings; tracking of due process dates; disseminating due process information to parents; preparing files for another district or building; receiving and distributing student special education files upon enrollment; and maintaining parental consent forms/notices and special education cumulative files. This position requires a high level of initiative and innovation to meet the diverse needs of our students. In addition, it requires knowledge of MN criteria and RTI intervention processes.

Essential duties outlined below are intended as representative examples of the level, nature and decision-making expected of personnel assigned to this type of position. The duties below are not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all duties and tasks performed by those holding this type of position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate IEP meetings across K-8, ensuring proper procedures and timelines
• Creation/updating of special education electronic documents (special education workbook, evaluation folders, special education resources)
• Oversee special education documentation and compliance requirements
  • Filing
  • Transfer of records
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Evaluations
• Manage scheduling and logistics for special education meetings
• Ensure compliance with Minnesota Rule 3525 (Special Education Rules)
• Coordinate with district special education leadership and outside agencies
• Maintain accurate records and data systems
• MARSS data reporting
• Completion and transfer of Tuition Acknowledgement Forms to resident districts
• Support both elementary and middle school coordinators with compliance needs
• Facilitate CST Meetings
• Facilitate Case Manager/Provider Meetings
• Ensure SPED paraprofessional/teacher sub coverage
• Review of CST referrals and presentation to the team
• Initial/Reevaluation evaluations (testing, write ups, coordinating meetings)
• Attend SST meetings as required to support student problem solving
• Coordinate necessary training for special education staff to be in compliance with MN law.
• Training of special education teachers on due process

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education or related field
• Valid Minnesota special education teaching license
• Experience working with K-8 students with disabilities
• Knowledge of Minnesota Disability Criteria
• Knowledge of RTI Referral process
• Evaluation experience
• Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills
• Experience with special education compliance and documentation
• Proficiency with data management systems
• Conversational Spanish a plus
• Performs other duties of a comparable level or type, as required.
• Experience with the Spedforms platform

Ideal Candidate Qualities:

• Collaborative mindset with ability to build strong partnerships across departments
• Innovative approach to problem-solving and program development
• High expectations for all students and commitment to equity and excellence
• Growth mindset and dedication to continuous improvement
• Strong advocacy skills for students with disabilities
• Self-directed with strong initiative and creative problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and process management abilities
• Office principles and practices of office administration, office etiquette and organization.
• Fundamentals and knowledge of special education or regulations, guidelines and deadlines.
• Fundamental or office organization, records retention and records management.
• Knowledge of data privacy and other laws, rules or regulations pertaining to job responsibilities.
• Familiarity with office equipment, computers, general office productivity software (i.e. word processing, spreadsheet, presentation software, scheduling programs, email programs, etc.). and specialized district software/applications.
• Spanish speaking preferred

Preferred Minnesota-Specific Training/Certifications:

• Special Education
• Training in Minnesota's MTSS framework
• Familiarity with MARSS (Minnesota Automated Reporting Student System) data reporting
• Knowledge of Minnesota Disability Criteria

Commitment to Equity:

Partnership Academy is committed to equity and diversifying its workforce to better reflect the community we serve as outlined in our Values in Action and Racial Equity in Educational Achievement Policy. Partnership Academy is an equal opportunity employer and does not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation.

Partnership Academy is a public charter school located in Richfield. The school provides exceptional learning opportunities for students in preschool to 8th grade who live in Richfield and the neighboring communities of Bloomington and south Minneapolis. PA students benefit from data-driven instruction, a well-developed English Learner program, high-interest specials classes, and an After School Program. The PA community takes great pride in its recent academic successes, students' service work, and the school's partnerships with various organizations and individuals – all of which help to make PA exceptional. Learn more about the good things happening at PA by visiting the school's website.