TuitionAttorney Manager

SINAI, SPECIAL NEEDS INSTITUTE

As the only Jewish Special Education school accredited by the prestigious Middle States Association ofPrimary and Secondary Schools, SINAI Schools is widely recognized as one of the country’s leadingJewish schools for children with disabilities and special needs. SINAI currently operates eight schools,including two elementary schools and four high schools in NJ and two elementary schools in NY, all ofwhich are integrated within a regular education Jewish partner school.The Tuition Manager and Attorney will report to the Director of Tuition and Counsel. This a full time,and as of now, a hybrid position, requiring in office work two (2) days per week, and also occasionallyrequiring evening and weekend work.A growing number of our students come to SINAI as unilateral placements under IDEA.Duties & Responsibilities Collaborate and work with parents and their special education lawyers, and school staff Organize and maintain data related to EEO filings Review and approve educational and legal documents Respond to document requests, including discovery, hearing, settlement and subpoena requests Prepare SINAI staff for testimony at impartial hearings and/or IEP meetings Manage and track litigation Contract management and review Counsel senior management on legal related issues Counsel and advise Program Directors and educational staff on legal related special education matters Provides training and guidance to schools Review confidential financial applications and participate in financial meetings Monitor education-related policies to develop best practices Draft and maintain resume and credentials of school staff, including tracking licensure verification Collect resume and credentials and Sexual Misconduct/Child Abuse Disclosure Release forms as partof the onboarding process of new employees Go home every day feeling like you made the world a better place.Qualifications: Law firm, Non-profit Foundation, or Government experience recommended Demonstrated interest in Special Education Excellent organization, writing and interpersonal skills with strong attention to detail Must be a motivated self-starter Prior experience working with databases and/or excel spreadsheets Outstanding time management skills and ability to work in a fast paced environment with a highvolume of work Ability to work collaboratively with Parents, Parent Attorneys and SINAI educational Staff; Ability to work in a discreet manner, maintaining confidentiality Preferred computer skills-proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word; Google Drive including GoogleDocs, Sheets; ability to learn relevant databases JD Degree, Admission to New York or New Jersey BarPlease send resume to careers@sinaischools.org.SINAI Schools is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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