ARD Facilitator

Position Details

• Reporting Manager: Manager, Special Populations
• Status: Salary, Exempt
• Type: Regular, Full-Time (12-Month)
• Program: Texas Virtual Schools

Overview
Stellar Virtual is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented ARD Facilitator to expertly manage and coordinate the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) process for our special education students in Texas. As a key member of our student support team, you will ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local special education regulations while fostering strong communication and collaboration among stakeholders. This is a fully remote position offering flexibility and the opportunity to contribute significantly to the success of our students.

Essential Duties

• Schedule, organize, and facilitate ARD meetings effectively within a virtual setting, utilizing various online communication platforms.
• Coordinate closely with our remote testing diagnostician and other specialists to ensure a comprehensive understanding of individual student needs in a virtual context.
• Maintain meticulous records and ensure adherence to all special education compliance requirements within our virtual learning framework.
• Stay up-to-date and ensure adherence to all federal, state, and local special education regulations, particularly concerning annual ARDs and evaluations in a virtual environment.
• Prepare, process, and maintain all ARD-related documentation accurately and efficiently within our digital systems.
• Demonstrate the highest levels of integrity and ethical conduct in all aspects of the role.
• Utilize and maintain proficiency in various technology applications essential for virtual communication, collaboration, and documentation.
• Manage time efficiently to meet all job responsibilities and deadlines within a remote work structure.
• Maintain consistent punctuality for virtual meetings, appointments, and daily work tasks.
• Meet all task completion deadlines established by supervisors within the virtual work environment.
• Foster friendly, customer-driven virtual interactions with students, parents, teachers, administrators, and colleagues.
• Work cooperatively and effectively with remote colleagues and supervisors to achieve departmental and school-wide goals.
• Maintain a positive and professional tone in all virtual communication (e.g., email, written, and verbal).
• Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned within the scope of the virtual environment.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes

• A minimum of 3 years of special education teaching experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of special education rules and regulations relevant to a virtual learning environment.
• Excellent virtual communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport remotely.
• Strong virtual team-building and collaboration skills.
• Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data effectively in a remote context.
• Proven experience working independently with minimal supervision, including the ability to manage a digital task list and maintain a stable remote (home-office) infrastructure.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience using the Google Workspace suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive) in a professional or academic setting.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex ideas via written channels (Email, Google Chat, and Document Comments) with high clarity and low ambiguity.
• Access to a private, secure, high-speed internet connection with a minimum of 25 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload speeds.
• Residency in the state of Texas is required.

Education & Certification Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required. 
• A valid Texas Special Education certificate without restrictions.

Benefits & Incentives (Full-Time Only)

• Competitive vacation and paid time off plans
• Comprehensive medical (HMO, HDHP, and PPO), dental, and vision plans with varying coverage for employees and their families, with options available in all states, including a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) option.
• 401(k) retirement plan (pre- and post-tax options) with matching contribution up to 3% after one year of employment
• Additional supplemental disability, life, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, legal aid, and ID theft protection plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Two paid closure weeks each year (weeks of July 4 and December 25)
• 11 Company-paid Holidays

Employment "At-Will" Statement: For W-2 employment, Stellar Virtual is an at-will employer. This means the employee and Stellar Virtual can terminate the employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, as legally permitted. This job description does not guarantee continued employment or a contract. All 1099 status is excluded.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): Stellar Virtual is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.