Caddo Parish Schools Job Description

Job Title:Compliance/Records

Prepared By:Dr. Sheila Lockett

Prepared Date:June 6 2018

Approved By:June 6 2018

Approved Date:Charles Lowder

SUMMARY

Reports to the Special Education Supervisor of Pupil Appraisal; ensures instructional and appraisal compliance with federal state and local special education policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Develops performance objectives and prepares a professional growth plan supporting established department and school system goals.
• Adheres to guidelines and procedures for assurance of departmental compliance with federal and state guidelines.
• Reviews reports required by federal state and local agencies and coordinates pupil appraisal evaluations.
• Provides assistance and training to school personnel instructional staff and pupil appraisal staff as needed regarding compliance issues.
• Assists in the preparation of educational reports compliance documents and correspondences related to compliance of pupil appraisal documents.
• Adheres to the policies and procedures established by the School Board (such as the discipline policy) as well as the rules and regulations mandated by federal and state laws.
• Makes progress toward achieving objectives in the Professional Growth Plan.
• Maintains accurate records and reports and forwards these to appropriate authorities upon request.
• Monitors compliance of assigned special education records.
• Monitors timelines and other required components of pupil appraisal evaluations and/or IEPs.
• Collaborates with other departments to assure proper procedures regarding compliance issues are conveyed to all staff.
• Communicates effectively with school personnel and special education staff regarding compliance issues to assure appropriate delivery of services to students.
• Keeps abreast of new developments in special education and keeps other appropriate school personnel informed
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• A masters degree in school psychology social work or speech pathology with certification by the State Department of Education as a qualified examiner or other special education certification.
• Five years of supervised experience in one area of special education or pupil appraisal.
• Certification by the State Department of Education in at least one area of special education or pupil appraisal. Thorough knowledge of Bulletin 1706 and the pupil appraisal and IEP handbooks.
• Five years of supervised experience in one area of special education or pupil appraisal; thorough knowledge of Bulletin 1706 and pupil appraisal and IEP handbooks.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Ability to relate to and verbally comunicate with all professional and non-professional contacts on the level of each individuals ability and level of understanding.
• Ability to effectively communicate in written reports and correspondence information relative to the individual case.
• Ability to plan and organize assigned duties in an efficient manner.
• Ability to treat all information in a confidential manner.
• Ability to maintain stability to work effectively under pressure.
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with Caddo Parish School employees community agencies and the public.
• Neat well-groomed appearance.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

Employee acknowledges that he/she is required to maintain a high standard of professional conduct. Breach of said professional conduct includes but is not limited to: neglect of duty dishonesty engagement in acts that are contrary to CPSB policy unlawful activities or any other conduct which is seriously prejudicial to the school system.

CHAIN OF SUPERVISION

Special Education Supervisor of Pupil Appraisal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

191 days or as assigned

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Boards policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority