Educational Access, Opportunity, and Alternatives Action Item

DATE:	Tuesday, June 13, 2017
TO:	School Board Members
FROM:	Jeff Eakins, Superintendent
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS
Approve New Job Descriptions to Provide Support for Students with Disabilities (SWD)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The following job descriptions are new and reflect the adjustments in the scope of work needed to support SWD with complex intense needs. Coordinator, Behavior Analyst Coordinator, Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Specialized Transportation The placement of positions will be based on student need as documented on their Individual Educational Plan (IEP).
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
• Improve the high school graduation rate • Recruit, support, and retain a highly effective and diverse workforce • Develop a culture of respect, trust, and collaboration • Engage and communicate with families and stakeholders • Establish a strong foundation of financial stewardship • Demonstrate "best practices" in all aspects of safety: student, employee, visitor, facility, transportation, and health
FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted:  Yes)
Any financial implications will be funded by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part I or in the case of reassignment, funded by Part I with a cost savings.
EVALUATION
SUBMITTED BY:  Kimberly Workman, General Director, Exceptional Student Education, (813) 273-7025

Wynne A. Tye, Assistant Superintendent		Van Ayres
Educational Access, Opportunity, and Alternatives (813) 273-7033		Deputy Superintendent (813) 272-4895
		C 2.01
Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20170613_814 (Board Meeting) * Section C Item# 2.01