Regional Evaluation Coordinator

Description

About Us: 

GEO Prep Academy of Greater Baton Rouge is a part of a network of high-quality public charter schools that deliver the innovative GEO Academies model developed by the GEO Foundation. It joins GEO Prep Mid-City, GEO Next Generation High School, and GEO Prep Baker in delivering a high-quality learning experience to parents and students in Louisiana. GEO Prep Academy is a tuition-free, public charter school that serves students in grades K-8. Our dedicated faculty are committed to providing an outstanding education for students each day as they transition from elementary school to middle school to high school and COLLEGE. Through our partnership with local colleges and universities, our students will be able to take dual credit courses on the college campus to earn college and career credits at no cost to the student. Our curriculum and our teaching methods are designed using Core Knowledge, Teach Like a Champion and blended learning model. We are a TAP school! 

Position Overview:
The Regional Evaluation Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and coordinating special education evaluations across campuses. This role ensures all evaluations are conducted in compliance with federal and state regulations, including IDEA and Louisiana Bulletin 1508. The coordinator leads the evaluation process from referral through eligibility determination and final dissemination, ensuring timelines are met, documentation is complete, and multidisciplinary teams are aligned. This position requires a strong, thorough knowledge of Bulletin 1508, a clear understanding of the RTI/MTSS processes (Response to Intervention/Multi-Tiered Systems of Support), and the ability to manage multiple evaluations while maintaining compliance and quality. This position reports to the Regional Director of Special Education.  

Key Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to):

• Coordinate and manage special education evaluations in compliance with IDEA and Louisiana Bulletin 1508
• Oversee the evaluation process from referral through eligibility determination and dissemination
• Monitor and ensure adherence to all evaluation timelines, including initial evaluations and reevaluations
• Facilitate and participate in multidisciplinary evaluation planning meetings and eligibility determinations
• Ensure all evaluation components are completed with fidelity and aligned to referral concerns
• Conduct social history assessments and other evaluation components within the scope of licensure and training
• Review evaluation reports and documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance
• Collaborate with Pupil Appraisal Team members, school leaders, and special education staff throughout the evaluation process
• Support and guide school teams through referral, SBLC, and evaluation procedures
• Communicate effectively with families, staff, and stakeholders regarding evaluation processes, required documentation, and next steps
• Maintain accurate records and tracking systems for all evaluations across assigned campuses
• Support Child Find efforts and ensure appropriate identification procedures are followed
• Provide technical assistance and training to school teams on evaluation procedures, MTSS and compliance expectations
• Identify and address barriers that may delay evaluations and implement solutions to maintain compliance

Requirements

• Licensed School Social Worker in the State of Louisiana or Licensed School Psychologist with the ability to administer psychological, psychoeducational assessments and educational assessments. 
• Certification (or the ability to obtain certification) through the Louisiana Department of Education 
• Strong, thorough knowledge of Louisiana Bulletin 1508 and IDEA regulations
• Experience serving on a multidisciplinary Pupil Appraisal Team
• Experience coordinating or managing special education evaluations
• Experience administering assessments and developing comprehensive evaluation reports
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple evaluation timelines across campuses
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively engage families, staff, and stakeholders
• Ability to meet strict compliance deadlines with accuracy and consistency