Special Education Facilitator
Special Education Facilitator
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Job Description
Primary Purpose:
Responsible for facilitating ARD meetings assisting in the development of the students Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and completion of required ARD paperwork. Communicates with campus staff and parents before and after ARD Committee meetings in ARD preparation/follow-up activities. May serve more than one campus.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelors degree required from an accredited university (Masters degree preferred)
Valid Texas teachers certification in special education
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Experience in implementing the ARD/IEP process
Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work and communicate effectively with all ARDC members including parents
Ability to establish and maintain relationships with teachers and administrators
Ability to utilize electronic data management system
Demonstrate knowledge of basic computer operations
Communicate with colleagues on a regular basis
Strive to maintain and improve professional competence
Ensure compliance with all state and federal requirements for educating students with disabilities
Ability to attend to detail
Experience:
Minimum of five years of successful teaching in a special education classroom
Experience with computer- based special education documentation system
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
ARD Facilitation
- Attends schedules/assists in scheduling all Admission Review and Dismissal (ARD) meetings and notify committee members of the ARD meeting.
- Utilize the district-provided ARD agenda to ensure all required items are covered and committee members are prompted to report to the committee appropriately.
- Prepare and maintain ARD meeting calendar for assigned campus(es) share calendar with campus staff related services and district staff. Notify all appropriate staff and attendees of changes/cancellations of meetings
- Ensures that federal/state timelines are met with respect to functions of ARD Committee meetings; requests for additional assessments and required timelines set by ARD Committee.
- Monitors ARD paperwork completed by campus personnel completes and turns in ARD paperwork to official audit file completes applicable ARD supplements with accompanying data collected by campus staff (i.e. all IEPs BIPs Transition etc.).
- Completes lists forms reports PEIMS forms and data required by the Special Education Office by the due dates (e.g. transportation forms ESY forms October counts etc.)
- Provides for systematic communication among special and general education personnel (with respect to ARD meetings and decisions).
- Follows the beginning and end of the year procedures for yearly ARD calendar folder request audit folder review folder exchanges assist with preparing IEPs accommodations and BIP distribution.
- Assists campus administrator(s) to ensure compliance with mandates for due process guaranteed to students with disabilities by state/federal law; ensures compliance with local policies and procedures outlined for this population
- Secures district interpreter from translation services when needed.
- Ensures that case managers progress monitor students goals and objectives and assist with the distribution of progress reports.
- Facilitates monthly Special Education Department staff meetings at the campus level regarding relevant professional development.
- Serves as a liaison between parents school and the special education department.
- Maintain neutrality in facilitating ARD meetings while maintaining compliance with district-approved procedures.
- Follow all beginning of the year and year-end procedures related to job assignment
- Incorporate conflict management techniques when disagreements arise
- Support District and department goals
- Performs all other tasks and duties as assigned.
Communication
- Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues students parents and community.
- Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
Professional Growth and Development
- Attend professional training to develop and enhance job-related skills such as special program effectiveness STAAR/EOC assessment technology communication ARD Facilitation etc.
Policy Reports Law and Other
- Keep informed of and complies with policies established by federal and state law special program requirements Texas Education Agency State Board of Education rule and the local NBISD board policy.
- Compile maintain and file all physical and computerized data reports records and other documents as required.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Equipment Used
Personal mobile devices computer printer and copier
Working Conditions
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping pushing/pulling and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; occasional districtwide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Employment Type
Full-Time
