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Special Education Coordinator jobs can qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in special education, educational psychology, or a directly related field. School districts, charter networks, and nonprofit education providers all file H-1B petitions, and your employer must certify prevailing wage compliance before USCIS approves your status.
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Location: Great Hearts Prairie View Upper School (9001 US-287, Fort Worth, TX 76131)
FLSA Status: Exempt, Full-Time
The Special Education Campus Coordinator (in collaboration with the Special Education Director, Regional Coordinator, and Campus Headmaster) will:
- Coordinate all aspects of the Child Centered Special Education Process on assigned campus.
- Ensure that the ARD/IEP process and the quality of programs for students with disabilities are in compliance with Federal, State, and Local requirements.
The SPED Coordinator is a leadership role on campus and is the "Team Lead” of the Special Education Dept. While their supervisory role does not replace the supervision from the headmaster, their role does extend leadership in the specific areas where they have experience and expertise, namely: supporting SPED Teachers, facilitating ARD meetings, guiding the development of teachers and SPED TAs, compliance in terms of IEP paperwork, and the first level of advisement in challenging situations with students or parents. They also represent the final decision at the SPED departmental level in terms of organizational logistics and strategy.
Duties and Responsibilities Summary:
Planning and providing specially designed instructions to students receiving special education and related services.
- Planning and providing specially designed instructions to students receiving special education and related services.
- Collaborating with related service providers and general education staff in the implementation of accommodations and modifications.
- Drafting and maintaining IEPs, Prior Written Notices, and potentially evaluation paperwork, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines.
- Planning and facilitating meetings throughout the special education process.
- Ongoing communication and collaboration with parents, staff, and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress.
- Managing the transition of new enrollees eligible for special education and related services.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Oversees the caseload distribution and assignment of students to the individual SPED Teachers' caseloads.
- Ensures transfer procedure on all incoming students is complete.
In collaboration with LSSP's, Diagnosticians, Related Service Providers, and Administration, coordinates and facilitates ARD Meetings, FIE's, and triennial IEP reviews:
- Conducting classroom observations.
- Gathering data on referred students.
- Facilitating transition of parent relationships from initial evaluation to IEP development in the event that students qualify for special education services.
- Coordinates, facilitates, and executes annual IEP meetings for students on their caseload.
- Observes the general education teachers' consistent implementation of student IEPs on their caseload.
Manages related service provider relationships for students on their caseload:
- Provides orientation to each service provider to our educational philosophy, school model, campus layout, etc.
- Coordinates with related service providers regarding evaluations, meetings, and services.
- Follows up with service providers to generate IEP progress reports.
- Serves as the academy lead of the SPED team, providing support to team members for the effective completion of individual and shared responsibilities.
- Reviews IEPs and Evaluation reports written by the SPED Teachers for accuracy.
- Models and provides guidance to SPED Teachers on partnering with general education teachers.
- Partners with the headmaster to provide written and oral evaluations to the SPED Teachers.
- Leads the Special Student Services team to complete all EOY responsibilities to prepare for the proper rollover to the next year.
Required/Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred
Required/Preferred Experience:
- Minimum 3-5 years of Special Education teaching experience.
- Campus leadership experience in Special Education.
- Experience coaching/mentoring teachers and/or providing professional development.
Required Certifications: Valid TX Special Education Certification and Generalist or Core Academic Subject Area relevant to grades served.
Required/Preferred Skills:
- Extensive knowledge of special education process, including state and federal timelines and compliance requirements.
- High level of emotional intelligence.
- Humility and skill with collaboration between multiple teams.
- Conflict resolution and mediation.
- Strong verbal and written communication skill.
- Experience and speed with multiple platforms and computer programs (Student Information Systems, IEP writing programs, MS Office Suite, Google).
Physical Functions: Requires but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching. May be required to move or position equipment up to 15 pounds approximately.
US work authorization is required
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.
Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.
This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Special Education at Great Hearts:
At Great Hearts, our Special Education Teachers and Coordinators are integral members of our faculty, participating in all faculty-wide events and PD, while also bringing the specialized expertise that is necessary for the success of all our students.
Great Hearts aims to serve all students within our special education population in a manner that affirms and reflects their dignity and rightful participation within the larger student body and academy.
Through consultation, resource, inclusion, and co-teaching models in a variety of academic environments, the Special Education team provides essential support, following an Individualized Education Plan, to ensure each student is served in the least restrictive environment possible.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.
Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.
This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position Title: Special Education Coordinator (6-12)
Location: Great Hearts Prairie View Upper School (9001 US-287, Fort Worth, TX 76131)
FLSA Status: Exempt, Full-Time
The Special Education Campus Coordinator (in collaboration with the Special Education Director, Regional Coordinator, and Campus Headmaster) will:
- Coordinate all aspects of the Child Centered Special Education Process on assigned campus.
- Ensure that the ARD/IEP process and the quality of programs for students with disabilities are in compliance with Federal, State, and Local requirements.
The SPED Coordinator is a leadership role on campus and is the "Team Lead” of the Special Education Dept. While their supervisory role does not replace the supervision from the headmaster, their role does extend leadership in the specific areas where they have experience and expertise, namely: supporting SPED Teachers, facilitating ARD meetings, guiding the development of teachers and SPED TAs, compliance in terms of IEP paperwork, and the first level of advisement in challenging situations with students or parents. They also represent the final decision at the SPED departmental level in terms of organizational logistics and strategy.
Duties and Responsibilities Summary:
Planning and providing specially designed instructions to students receiving special education and related services.
- Planning and providing specially designed instructions to students receiving special education and related services.
- Collaborating with related service providers and general education staff in the implementation of accommodations and modifications.
- Drafting and maintaining IEPs, Prior Written Notices, and potentially evaluation paperwork, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines.
- Planning and facilitating meetings throughout the special education process.
- Ongoing communication and collaboration with parents, staff, and administrative staff regarding student planning and progress.
- Managing the transition of new enrollees eligible for special education and related services.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Oversees the caseload distribution and assignment of students to the individual SPED Teachers' caseloads.
- Ensures transfer procedure on all incoming students is complete.
In collaboration with LSSP's, Diagnosticians, Related Service Providers, and Administration, coordinates and facilitates ARD Meetings, FIE's, and triennial IEP reviews:
- Conducting classroom observations.
- Gathering data on referred students.
- Facilitating transition of parent relationships from initial evaluation to IEP development in the event that students qualify for special education services.
- Coordinates, facilitates, and executes annual IEP meetings for students on their caseload.
- Observes the general education teachers' consistent implementation of student IEPs on their caseload.
Manages related service provider relationships for students on their caseload:
- Provides orientation to each service provider to our educational philosophy, school model, campus layout, etc.
- Coordinates with related service providers regarding evaluations, meetings, and services.
- Follows up with service providers to generate IEP progress reports.
- Serves as the academy lead of the SPED team, providing support to team members for the effective completion of individual and shared responsibilities.
- Reviews IEPs and Evaluation reports written by the SPED Teachers for accuracy.
- Models and provides guidance to SPED Teachers on partnering with general education teachers.
- Partners with the headmaster to provide written and oral evaluations to the SPED Teachers.
- Leads the Special Student Services team to complete all EOY responsibilities to prepare for the proper rollover to the next year.
Required/Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred
Required/Preferred Experience:
- Minimum 3-5 years of Special Education teaching experience.
- Campus leadership experience in Special Education.
- Experience coaching/mentoring teachers and/or providing professional development.
Required Certifications: Valid TX Special Education Certification and Generalist or Core Academic Subject Area relevant to grades served.
Required/Preferred Skills:
- Extensive knowledge of special education process, including state and federal timelines and compliance requirements.
- High level of emotional intelligence.
- Humility and skill with collaboration between multiple teams.
- Conflict resolution and mediation.
- Strong verbal and written communication skill.
- Experience and speed with multiple platforms and computer programs (Student Information Systems, IEP writing programs, MS Office Suite, Google).
Physical Functions: Requires but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching. May be required to move or position equipment up to 15 pounds approximately.
US work authorization is required
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.
Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.
This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Special Education at Great Hearts:
At Great Hearts, our Special Education Teachers and Coordinators are integral members of our faculty, participating in all faculty-wide events and PD, while also bringing the specialized expertise that is necessary for the success of all our students.
Great Hearts aims to serve all students within our special education population in a manner that affirms and reflects their dignity and rightful participation within the larger student body and academy.
Through consultation, resource, inclusion, and co-teaching models in a variety of academic environments, the Special Education team provides essential support, following an Individualized Education Plan, to ensure each student is served in the least restrictive environment possible.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.
Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.
This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Special Education Coordinator
Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
Your degree must be in special education, educational psychology, or a directly related field. If your credential was issued outside the U.S., get a foreign degree equivalency evaluation before applying so employers can confirm specialty occupation eligibility without delays.
Target school districts with IDEA compliance teams
Districts receiving federal IDEA funding routinely hire coordinators at the degree level and have HR processes for H-1B filings. Search Migrate Mate to find employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for education coordinator roles.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage tiers for Special Education Coordinators in your target metro before you negotiate.
Confirm each worksite has its own certified LCA
If you coordinate across multiple schools or campuses, each distinct worksite address requires its own certified Labor Condition Application. Ask your employer's HR or legal team to confirm LCA coverage for every location before your start date.
Review the O*NET profile before writing your resume
The O*NET occupation profile for Special Education Coordinators lists the specific degree-level tasks USCIS evaluates for specialty occupation status. Frame your resume around those duties so your petition reflects the role's theoretical and practical requirements accurately.
File premium processing if your start date is firm
USCIS offers premium processing for I-129 petitions, which guarantees a decision within 15 business days. If your district has a fixed contract start date, ask your employer's attorney to request premium processing well before that deadline.
H-1B Visa Special Education Coordinator: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Special Education Coordinator role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in special education, educational psychology, or a closely related field. The role typically involves applying theoretical knowledge of disability law, individualized education program development, and assessment interpretation at a degree level. Employers must document that the specific duties require specialized academic training, not just general management experience.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Special Education Coordinators?
Public school districts, charter management organizations, private special education schools, and nonprofit disability service agencies are the most common sponsors. Districts with large IDEA-funded programs tend to have established HR processes for H-1B filings. You can browse employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for education roles directly on Migrate Mate.
How does the H-1B cap affect Special Education Coordinator positions?
Most public school districts and nonprofit educational organizations qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers, meaning your petition bypasses the annual cap and lottery entirely. Private schools and for-profit education companies are generally cap-subject. Confirm your prospective employer's cap status with their legal team before accepting an offer, since the selection rules for cap-subject petitions have changed recently.
What happens to my H-1B status if I move to a different school district?
Changing employers requires your new district to file a fresh H-1B petition before you begin work. If you're already in H-1B status, you can start with the new employer once the new petition is filed, under H-1B portability rules. Each new employer must also file a new Labor Condition Application certified to their specific worksite locations.
Can my employer include supervisory or administrative duties in my H-1B petition?
Yes, as long as the core duties requiring a bachelor's degree in a specific field make up the dominant portion of the role. USCIS scrutinizes petitions where administrative or general management tasks appear to outweigh specialized educational duties. Your job description should emphasize IEP oversight, compliance with federal disability law, and specialized curriculum coordination to support the specialty occupation classification.