Ard Facilitator-Gen Funds

Spring Independent School District•Houston, TX

About The Position

The ARD Facilitator is responsible for implementing the Admission Review and Dismissal (ARD) / Individual Educational Plan (IEP) process, with support and input from parents, Case Managers, Department Chairs and Team Leaders in Special Services. The objective is to provide the most appropriate instructional programs for students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment. All employees of Spring ISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate in a clear and respectful manner, champion the needs of our students and drive continuous improvement and student outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education or closely related field from an accredited college or university
Three (3) years teaching experience, including experience teaching disabled and other students with diverse learning needs
Extensive knowledge of Special Education legal and procedural requirements
Extensive knowledge of the ARD process including parent/advocate relations
Extensive knowledge of state and federal laws pertaining to Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act (IDEA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and Section 504
Skill in effectively coaching and supporting counselors, teachers, and administrators in their instructional teams
Ability to manage student information, ARD management systems, and PEIMS compliance
Ability to perform duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy, follow-through, courtesy, cooperativeness and work with minimum supervision
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing utilizing tact and diplomacy and maintain effective working relationships with district personnel and campus administration
Skill in operating MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher), and Google Suite

Nice To Haves

Valid Texas teacher certificate with Special Education Certification
Educational Diagnostician Certificate or LSSP licensure
Three (3) experience conducting ARD / IEP meetings
Three (3) experience completing ARD / IEP documentation

Responsibilities

IEP Management
Conduct ARD committee meetings, including completing/managing ARD paperwork proficiently using the District’s special education IEP program and taking minutes during the ARD meetings.
Provide staff development training to assigned school(s) to assist school personnel in areas such as the ARD decision making process for state assessment, determining ESY eligibility and services, and data collection.
At the secondary level, work collaboratively with the Team Lead, Department Chair, Case Managers and Campus Administrators to provide training, resources and support for implementation of IEPs.
Conduct on-going folder reviews to ensure ARD and eligibility folders meet the RDA program review compliance standards.
Identify, document and respond to areas of strength and need.
Provide leadership, vision, direction, supervision and expertise in compliance with the ARD/IEP process.
Collaborate with campus coordinator for state assessment for students with disabilities.
School/Organization Climate
Maintain a positive and effective relationship, good judgment, and decision making with coworkers, supervisors, other district personnel, parents, the community, outside agencies and organizations,
Communication
Promote communication with parents and others in the community concerning the mission of the District and accompanying products and services, participating in and supporting community collaborative activities; and providing educational outreach into the community.
Facilitate collaborative reciprocal communication with administrators, teachers, staff, parents and the community.
Demonstrate skill in conflict resolution with administrators, teachers, staff, parents and the community.
Policy, Reports, and Law
Comply with all applicable federal and state laws, Board of Education rules and local board policy and regulations.
Compile, maintain and file all reports and other documents as required.
Maintain confidentiality standards in accordance with The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
Other
Maintain confidentiality of privileged and sensitive information when received and distributed to appropriate designees as approved by the Executive Director of Special Services.
Attends professional growth activities to maintain awareness of current research and issues in special education, ARD/IEP, professional development at the state level, including technology integration.
Responds to after-hours emergencies as needed.
Performs other duties as may be assigned.