Special Education ARD Facilitator

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Responsible for coordination, planning, maintenance and preparation of compliance documents and educational records for students eligible for Special Education services according to State and Federal guidelines. Responsible for chairing, or co-chairing, ARD meetings, and serving multiple campuses. (195 day position)

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s Degree

Current and valid Texas Teacher Certificate- required

Special Education Certification- preferred

Diagnostician certification- not required/Working towards Diagnostician certification- preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of all applicable federal, state, local laws, and guidelines and procedures

Knowledge of disabilities, diagnostic procedures and instructional strategies appropriate for disabled students

Experience in adapting and implementing curriculum to meet individual learning and behavioral needs

Knowledge about instructional materials, technology, and state evaluation methods

Skill in working with computer tools, including but not limited to, email, internet, word processing and spreadsheets

Skill in working in collaborative team-based environments

Skill in working with and presenting to diverse populations of students, parents, and community members

Ability to exercise good judgment in decision making, especially in difficult circumstances

Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills both written and oral

Work Conditions:

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, prolonged use of computer

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 equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours

Environment: Exposure to biological hazards; requires district-wide travel, some statewide and out of state travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; ability to problem solve, interpret data and acquire and apply new skills and knowledge; ability to resolve conflicts; ability to adapt and be flexible in multiple environments

Regular attendance is an essential function

Minimum Experience:

3 years of successful experience as a classroom teacher (special education preferred)

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Schedule, or assist in scheduling, Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) meetings and notify parents of the ARD meeting, including distribution of ARD calendar to appropriate ARD Committee members in a timely fashion; notify all appropriate school personnel of ARD meetings and schedule changes.
2. Ensure that program elements are completed in applicable cases; Ensure federal/state/District timelines are met with respect to functions of ARD Committee.
3. Request for additional assessments and meet required timelines set by ARD Committee.
4. Monitor ARD paperwork completed by campus personnel.
5. Complete ARD paperwork to official audit file within 72 hours of the meeting and update PEIMS information accordingly within 48 hours of the ARD meeting.
6. Provide for systematic communication among campus personnel with respect to ARD meetings and decisions, IEPs, accommodations needed in the general education setting, relevant instructional concerns and progress.
7. Assist campus administrator(s) to ensure compliance with mandates for discipline due process guaranteed to students with disabilities by state/federal law.
8. Ensure compliance with local policies and procedures outlined for this population.
9. Maintain thorough documentation regarding any significant problems with ARD Committee procedures
10. Attend staff meetings as well as relevant professional development.
11. Maintain confidentiality.
12. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
13. Comply with policies established by federal and state laws and regulations, and local board policy.
14. Perform other duties as assigned.