GC CO-OP ARD FACILITATOR

Navasota ISD

ARD Facilitator

Job Description

Coordinate the IEP process on the assigned campus, including scheduling and conducting IEP meetings. Work cooperatively with administrators and instructional personnel to provide the most appropriate programs for students with disabilities.

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university

Master’s degree Preferred

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required special education endorsements for assignment

Special Skills:

Knowledge of the IEP process, special education law, education of special education students, campus and district resources, human development, and learning theories. Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

3 years of teaching special education teaching experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Collect and organize relevant assessment data from Special Education evaluation, student's cumulative folder, classroom teachers(s), principal, support staff, parents, and outside resource people.

Conduct classroom observation and personal interviews.

Participate in the IEP team to assist with interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and development of Individual Education Plans (IEP) for students according to district procedures

Provide staff development training in assigned schools to assist school personnel in identification and understanding of students with disabilities.

Assist classroom teachers with implementation of IEP.

Consult parents concerning the educational needs of students and interpretation of assessment data.

Consult parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant individuals to enhance their work with students

Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students and parents.

Assist in the selection of materials and equipment.

Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the student’s individual education programs and initiate changes based on findings.

Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.

Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in the areas of assessment, placement, and planning for special education services.

Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations.

Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment.

Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.

Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Other

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment

Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping

Motion: Moderate walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

NAVASOTA ISD NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT:

Navasota ISD does not discriminate on the basis of gender, disability, race, color, or national origin in its educational programs, activities, or employment as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.

Es norma de el distrito escolar de Navasota ISD no discriminar por motives de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo or impedimento, en sus programas, servicios o actividades vocacionales, tal como lo requieren el Titulo VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964, segun enmienda; el Titulo IX de las Enmiendas en la Educacion, de 1972, y la Seccion 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitacion de 1973 segun enmienda.