SPED Coordinator: 26-27

5+ years teaching at risk students with a demonstrated record raising student achievement

2+ years leading or coordinating programming and/or coaching adults

Exemplary record of maintaining special education policy compliance

A BA or BS required; Louisiana Teacher Certification in Special Education is required

Degree in and/or extensive knowledge of content area

Specialized interest and skills in working with students with learning and emotional difficulties

EQA encourages individuals of all identities and backgrounds to apply for this position. We are an equal opportunity employer, fully committed to hiring a talented and diverse group of individuals. EQA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. EQA does not sponsor employment visas. In compliance with state law, all persons hired will be required to verify eligibility to work in a Louisiana public school via the appropriate background checks.

Educators for Quality Alternatives

EQA serves students who have dropped out, been expelled from, or have struggled academically or behaviorally in traditional settings and are looking for an accelerated path to graduation. There are three high school campuses, The NET: Central City which opened in 2011, The NET: Gentilly which opened in 2017, and a third high school campus, NET: East, formerly New Orleans Accelerated High School (NOAH), which opened in 2020 as a merger with ReNEW Accelerated High School. In 2022, Students at the high schools earn a high school diploma and participate in internships, career counseling, and career training in various fields including construction, medical, and digital media.  EQA also serves middle school students through The Bridge Middle School, a therapeutic program for 7th and 8th grade struggling students. For all settings, our goal is that our students leave school with the skills, confidence and experience necessary to succeed in the career and education path of their choice.

Why become a leader at EQA Schools?

We believe that our students, who are some of the city’s brightest and most vulnerable young people, thrive when their teachers do. We know that teachers deserve strong leadership to make this happen.  In this role, you have a unique opportunity to leverage your leadership skills to benefit our staff and students.  You will be part of a close knit team that works collaboratively to support students.  With your guidance, you can work towards helping our city’s youth develop their greatest potential.

Between 20-25% of EQA students are identified as Special Education.  The school’s Special Education Coordinator is responsible for: