Secondary 504 Facilitator

Little Elm ISD•Little Elm, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

To coordinate, support and assure all aspects of secondary campus 504 programs are in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and local Board Policy, state laws and federal regulations pertaining to persons with disabilities. Manage the secondary campus Section 504 program and oversee the provision of needed services. Oversee compliance with all state, federal, and local Section 504 requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college/ university
Valid Texas teacher certification
5 years of Secondary Teaching experience
Well-organized, flexible self- starter who completes and resolves tasks independently and on time.
Grasps new learning
Effectively facilitate Section 504 meetings
Knowledge of current laws, regulations, policies, and guidelines related to disability discrimination in public schools, including Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Texas Education Agency, and the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights (OCR)
Knowledge of the relationship and differences between Section 504 and the individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
Knowledge of accommodations for students with impairments
Knowledge of district, state, and other relevant testing procedures, regulations, and guidelines
Student-focused, ability to work effectively with peers to establish positive relationships with all stakeholders

Responsibilities

Conduct all District trainings regarding Section 504
Monitor secondary campus Section 504 procedures.
Oversee school personnel’s access to and verification of a student’s Section 504 plan for compliance.
Maintain proper Section 504 documentation and oversee the security and confidentiality of all student information.
Coordinate, plan, and facilitate Section 504 meetings at both middle schools as well as the high school
Assist with scheduling, coordinating, monitoring, and facilitating campus RTI meeting
Assist with campus processes, timelines, and documentation.
Collaborate with staff to ensure proper referral procedures.
Oversee the security and confidentiality of student information.
Attend relevant professional development.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Effective communication skills with others as well as the ability to work collaboratively.
Maintains positive relationships with school staff, parents, and community members.