Description:

AMENDED

Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Director of the Special Education Unit of the Office of Legal Services, with wide latitude for independent judgment and decision-making, the Special Education Unit (SEU) Attorney performs legal work related to IDEA claims filed by parents or the New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) regarding services provided to students suspected of having, or classified with, a disability. Performs related work.

Reports to: Special Education Unit Team Leader

Direct Reports: N/A

Key Relationships: The Special Education Unit Attorney works closely with the Special Education staff, including the Special Education Office, Committees on Special Education, the Office of School Support, the Public Schools, other offices that directly support the NYCPS, and the staff in the Office of Legal Services.

Responsibilities

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