ARD Facilitator

Primary Purpose The purpose of this position is to work with district and campus leaders to coordinate the IEP process on the assigned campus, including scheduling, providing notices to parents of ARD, ensuring the participation of required personnel, conducting IEP meetings in accordance with district procedures, working with district staff to ensure completeness of ARD documents, working with parents and providers to coordinate services, and with evaluation staff where appropriate.

Qualifications Education/Certification: Master's Degree, administrator certification preferred

Valid Texas teacher certification in special education

Special Knowledge/Skills Extensive knowledge of the ARD process, education of special education students

Extensive knowledge of mediation and problem-solving skills

Strong organizational skills

Strong computer skills

Excellent presenter and oral communicator

Ability to conduct instruction and/or attend meetings and professional development

Ability to work in under pressure and remain calm, diplomatic when working in stressful situations

Experience Five years teaching experience in special education preferred

Campus leadership or administrative role highly preferred.

Major Responsibilities And Duties

• Coordinate, facilitate and participate in the Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) Committee, as directed, to assist with appropriate placing and approved staffing for students according to district guidelines to include communication with parents regarding ARD meetings and all other clerical duties related to maintaining student data files both on campus and in the Esped environment.
• Assist classroom teachers with the development and monitoring of IEPs.
• Assist parents as needed with questions regarding services and communicate with all staff as needed to ensure delivery of service.
• Consult and collaborate with administrators, teachers, evaluation staff, and other relevant individuals to enhance services for students with disabilities.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, Commissioner Rules, policies, procedures and local operational guidelines in assessment, and planning for special education services.

Communication

• Maintain a positive relationship with supervisors.
• Effectively communicate with colleagues and campus staff.
• Handle stressful situations in an objective, controlled manner and highly professional manner.

Professional Growth And Development

• Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment.
• Observe professional and ethical standards, in accordance with generally accepted standards and Professional Code of Ethics.

Other

• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Successfully advance district initiatives.

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, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
• Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
• Environment: Frequent/daily districtwide travel; occasional statewide travel
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

May be required to perform job duties including ability to conduct instruction, attend meetings and professional development, and make and receive phone calls in a virtual or remote workplace environment.