Coordinator, Family Care and Compliance (Early Stages)

Office:

Office of Teaching and Learning

Date Posted:

8/5/2026

Salary Range:

1-5 / $73,643 - $83,094

NTE Date:

N/A

Position Overview

The mission of the Office of Teaching and Learning (OTL) is to provide educators with curricular resources, academic programs, and aligned professional development to ensure rigorous and joyful learning experiences for every student. OTL team members support school-based staff in implementing DCPS's existing academic programs while simultaneously working to rethink and redesign school programming, academic and curricular resources, and educator professional development.

Divisions/Teams

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The Content and Curriculum division sets the vision for equity and excellence for each content area in DCPS schools by researching, creating, and curating curricular materials and providing aligned professional development experiences to ensure that all students have access to rigorous and joyful learning experiences every day in every content area. The division also supports schools and develops curriculum and programming in arts, health, physical education, library programs, STEM, global programs, advanced and enriched instruction, and curriculum and assessment innovation.

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The Early Childhood Education division supports schools and families in providing PreK students with comprehensive learning experiences that foster confidence and independence. Approximately 6,000 children ages three to five attend early childhood classrooms in 78 elementary schools across the district, including several schools that offer Head Start programming. The division also manages Early Stages programming which works exclusively with children ages 2 years 8 months through 5 years 10 months and is responsible for meeting the District’s obligation under the Individual with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part B (619) to develop a comprehensive child find system to identify and locate all preschool-age children in the District who have a disability. The division also manages the implementation of DCPS' Head Start grant.

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The Language Acquisition division welcomes families of linguistically and culturally diverse backgrounds to DCPS, leads the process of identifying Multilingual Learner students, and supports schools in developing programs that supports English language acquisition and academic growth. This includes support during the academic day and as part of ELSAP, which is a targeted summer program for ML students. The LAD also manages DCPS compliance with the DC Language Access Act, providing translation and interpretation resources to school and central teams.

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The Professional Learning and Educational Technology division sets a vision for professional development for DCPS as well as creates systems, tools, and structures to increase the efficacy of professional learning initiatives. This work includes LEAP, cluster-based PD, district PD and other learning opportunities. The team works across all DCPS offices to increase the cohesion of professional development and broad sharing of knowledge, while exploring new avenues and opportunities for meaningful development and learning for our educators. The team also leads efforts to enhance alignment and cohesion of professional learning initiatives and the integration of educational technology.

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The Specialized Instruction division works to reduce the opportunity gap between students with IEPs and their non-disabled peers; and increases equity and excellence in schools through specific academic programming, related services, professional learning, school leadership development, family engagement, dispute resolution, and community partnerships.

The Early Childhood Education division supports schools and families in providing PreK students with comprehensive learning experiences that foster confidence and independence. Approximately 6,000 children ages three to five attend early childhood classrooms in 78 elementary schools across the district, including several schools that offer Head Start programming. The division also manages Early Stages programming which works exclusively with children ages 2 years 8 months through 5 years 10 months and is responsible for meeting the District’s obligation under the Individual with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part B (619) to develop a comprehensive child find system to identify and locate all preschool-age children in the District who have a disability. The division also manages the implementation of DCPS' Head Start grant.

The Coordinator, Family Care and Compliance guides and supports the parent through the Early Stages process and ensures the team and parent have the necessary information to complete the eligibility process. The FCC role is responsible for managing an assigned caseload and ensuring all cases meet local and federal regulations and for determining and implementing solutions in cases that may result in a failure to meet timelines. The FCC role ensures parents fully comprehend the special education process and are provided with the information necessary to make critical decisions throughout the entire Early Stages process. Finally, this role is responsible for completing all required communications with the parent in a timely manner and documenting this work completely and accurately.
This position has been designated as Safety Sensitive. Pursuant to section 410 of Chapter 4 of the D.C. Personnel Regulations; in addition to the general suitability screening, individuals applying for or occupying safety sensitive positions are subject to the following checks and tests: Criminal background check; Sex Offender Registry check; Pre-employment drug and alcohol test; Traffic record check (as applicable); Reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol test; and Post-accident or incident drug and alcohol test.
The Coordinator, Family Care and Compliance (Early Stages) will report to the Manager, Early Stages Center.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned.

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Supports families throughout the Early Stages process to ensure that they understand their rights and responsibilities under IDEA.

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Assists families with removing barriers to engagement in the special education process and with enrollment in a DCPS school, when applicable.

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Conducts family engagement efforts that ensure DCPS meets its due diligence obligations in accordance with DCPS policies and local regulations.

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Reviews all relevant client information to schedule children promptly and in accordance with Early Stages policies.

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Proactively identifies cases at risk of being noncompliant with local and federal timelines and independently implements solutions, coaching the team and informing management, as needed.

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Reviews DCPS and Early Stages compliance reports and supports the Family Care and Compliance team overall in meeting documentation requirements related to federal reporting.

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Prepares parents and the team for appointments by providing relevant information, obtaining written consent and family interview responses, completing hearing and vision screenings, and setting up necessary space and technology.

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Manages a caseload of families and documents related work in appropriate DCPS and state databases, in accordance with Early Stages policies.

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Collaborates with relevant stakeholders to gather essential documentation (e.g., from Strong Start, medical providers, child care providers, DCPS staff, and teachers).

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Travels to other sites within the DC metro area as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two to four years of related work experience.

• Master's degree preferred.

• Previous exposure to or experience in the education sector a plus.

• Experience using software systems to manage large amounts of data and documentation.

• Experience and commitment to using data to make decisions and assess performance.

• Experience building and maintaining professional relationships.

• Ability to collaborate with a team.

• Experience responding quickly and effectively to urgent requests from diverse stakeholders.

• Self-direction and a strong proactive mindset about determining tasks and priorities.

• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Discretion, good judgment, and sensitivity in working with families and professionals.

DCPS Values

• STUDENTS FIRST: We recognize students as whole children and put their needs first in everything we do.

• COURAGE: We have the audacity to learn from our successes and failures, to try new things, and to lead the nation as a proof point of PK-12 success.

• EQUITY: We work proactively to eliminate opportunity gaps by interrupting institutional bias and investing in effective strategies to ensure every student succeeds.

• EXCELLENCE: We work with integrity and hold ourselves accountable for exemplary outcomes, service, and interactions.

• TEAMWORK: We recognize that our greatest asset is our collective vision and ability to work collaboratively and authentically.

• JOY: We enjoy our collective work and will enthusiastically celebrate our success and each other.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive, accessible workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals with disabilities. Accommodation and/or application assistance is available upon request at all stages of the application and employment process. To request accommodation, please contact dcps.eeo-ada@k12.dc.gov.