ARD Specialist 2026-2027

Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District

Job Location:

Cypress, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The ARD Specialist is responsible for coordination planning and preparation for ARD meetings and completion of ARD documentation for students eligible for special education services to maintain compliance with federal and state regulations local board policy and special education operating procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

Valid teaching certificate

Minimum 3 years teaching experience including teaching students with disabilities

Experience with computer-based documentation systems

Masters degree preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of ARD procedures special education programming curriculum requirements state assessment transition graduation requirements and legal requirements of IDEA and the Texas Education Code

Excellent organizational communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage conflict and maintain a student-centered focus

Proficiency in Microsoft office products and Google products

Ability to communicate effectively and professionally (verbal and written)

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Probationary/Term Contract: 193 days

SALARY:

Pay Grade T60 (Teacher Classification) as approved by the Board of Trustees

FUNCTIONS:

Attendance

Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Identifies the need for and collaborates with support staff to schedule ARDs within district state and federal requirements
Monitors initial referral timelines and re-evaluation due dates to ensure timelines are met for ARD meetings
Reviews records of transfer students to ensure students are provided a FAPE upon enrollment and prepares for 30-day annual ARD meeting
Conducts all ARDs and staffings as required and within required timelines set forth in federal and state law district policy and local operating procedures
Collaborates with campus administration and parents to ensure ARDs are scheduled at mutually agreeable times/days and ensures all required members are invited to and attend to ensure properly constituted ARD meetings (including agency representation when appropriate)
Ensures appropriate parental notification of ARD meetings following federal and state law local policies and procedures
Ensures all required documentation is completed accurately and distributed to parents and staff members
Promotes a positive collaborative environment for ARD meetings
Effectively communicates with colleagues parents and students
Ensures confidentiality of information regarding students receiving special education services by abiding by and informing others of the FERPA requirements
Exhibits good judgment in decision making and problem solving
Attends required staff meetings and ARD Specialist meetings
Attends professional development opportunities as determined by need and as assigned by supervisors
Performs other duties as assigned

Other

Keep informed of and comply with federal state district and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents students principals and teachers.
Maintain professional relationships with parents students and colleagues.
Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
Compile maintain and file all physical and computerized reports records and other documents required.
Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals and other instructional equipment

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting bending/stooping pushing/pulling and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities control behavior through physical restraint assist non-ambulatory students and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours

Environment: Exposure to biological hazards. Work inside may work outside; regular exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Applications will be reviewed.

Not all applicants will be interviewed.

Hiring Managers may choose to email you regarding this application. Please monitor your email regularly for any communication.

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Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District

Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District in Houston, Texas, is committed to hiring outstanding applicants who meet our district standards. As the third largest school district in Texas, we hire top talent from all around the nation to educate our more than 118,000 students. CFISD ... View more

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