Initial Eligibility Coordinator - Georgia Connections Academy

Connections Academy•Duluth, GA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Working from the Duluth, Georgia, office and from your home office within Georgia, certified teachers at Georgia Connections Academy support and motivate students through high-quality virtual instruction using the Pearson Online Classroom. Teachers deliver synchronous and asynchronous instruction, provide intervention and enrichment, engage families, and use data to drive student learning and growth. All GACA teachers and staff must be able to regularly participate in required in-person activities that may require overnight travel throughout the state of Georgia, including but not limited to: School and department meetings Student engagement events Professional development and required training State testing, End-of-Pathway testing, and all in-person summative and formative assessments Graduation and other school-level events Teachers may also be required to support virtual administration of assessments, as scheduled by the school. Position Summary and Responsibilities The Initial Eligibility Coordinator is responsible for overseeing district compliance related to Child Find and Eligibilities. This role ensures timely and accurate evaluations for students by maintaining the Initial Evaluation Tracker and coordinating with the Related Services Coordinator. The individual will play a key role in ensuring that initial evaluations are completed in compliance with legal and district requirements.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Special Education or related field
Georgia Clearance Certificate
Georgia teacher certification in Special Education
Possess a Georgia teaching certification in the subject area of instruction
Must have a Clearance Certificate through the Department of Education or be able to obtain one within the first 30 days of the first day of hire.
Minimum of 5 years experience working in special education
Ability to work with diverse populations and manage sensitive situations effectively
Strong knowledge of IDEA and Georgia Rules and Regulations in regard to Special Education
High degree of flexibility
Experience in training and/or coaching adult learners
Experience in analyzing data to make informed decisions
Customer focused approach
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Experience in writing policies and procedures
Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite)
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Highly organized and punctual
Student and family-focused approach
Experience in teaching or supporting Title I schools
High degree of flexibility
Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
Team player track record
Strong interpersonal skills, which include the ability to work effectively with students, parents, staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds.
Willingness to travel for marketing and state testing events (may require occasional overnight travel)
Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed to support some families
Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication
This position requires frequent travel throughout the state of Georgia to conduct official school business. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license, maintain a clean driving record, and be comfortable with regular day trips and occasional overnight travel as needed. A reliable personal vehicle is required.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time. Employees are also required to talk, hear, stand, and walk. The employee may be required to use hands to touch, handle, feel, and/or reach. Employees are occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Nice To Haves

Strong commitment to equitable practice, high expectations, and individualized student support
Ability to use data to inform instruction and intervention
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Effective collaboration within virtual and in-person teams
Strong organizational skills and timely completion of all required documentation
Comfort with technology-based instruction and virtual learning tools
Flexibility, problem-solving ability, and a student-centered mindset

Responsibilities

Manage and coordinate the Initial Eligibility process
Ensure district compliance with Child Find and Eligibility requirements.
Maintain and update the Initial Evaluation Tracker to monitor the status and progress of evaluations.
Coordinate with the Related Services Master to facilitate the compliant and timely completion of evaluations.
Oversee and track the evaluation process to ensure all requirements and deadlines are met.
Identify and address potential compliance issues related to initial evaluations.
Provide support and guidance to staff regarding evaluation procedures and compliance expectations.
Supervise a group of case managers based on staffing needs, including TKES
Other duties as assigned.
Administer formative and summative assessments, including monthly progress monitoring, CFAs, and EOCs where applicable.
Participate in all required Georgia state standardized assessments in-person and virtual sessions, including Georgia Milestones, ACCESS, Georgia Alternative Assessment, etc., in addition to End-of-Pathway, benchmarks, CFAs, and diagnostic assessments.
Maintain accurate records of attendance, communication logs, academic progress, and intervention documentation.
Work collaboratively within the Professional Learning Community to monitor data, plan instruction, and ensure student success.
Partner with Advisory Teachers, School Counselors, Special Education staff, and team members to meet student needs and ensure strong communication loops.
Support social, engagement, and community-building activities—both virtual and in-person—to cultivate belonging for students and families.
Attend required school and district professional development and pursue ongoing growth in instructional practice.
Assist in the organization and facilitation of school-wide events (graduation, field trips, engagement activities).
Participate in student recruitment efforts, marketing events, and family orientations as needed.
Support the creation of a positive, inclusive virtual school culture through consistent communication, engagement, and community-building practices.
Perform other duties as assigned to support school operations, strategic initiatives, and student success.