Non-Public Instructional Specialist in the Office of Teaching and Learning

Non-Public Instructional Specialist

Terms of Employment: 12-month

Exemption Status: Exempt

Salary Scale: EACC, A2, ISPE

Salary Scales:

The Non-Public Instructional Specialist serves as the liaison between Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) and approved non-public educational programs serving students with disabilities. The position coordinates non-public referrals and placements, facilitates Individualized Education Program (IEP) processes, monitors program implementation and compliance, supports families and school-based teams, and ensures the delivery of special education services in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements.

• Master’s degree required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful teaching experience required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of successful experience in special education required.
• Experience working in a non-public school setting preferred.
• Administrator I certification preferred.

• Demonstrated expertise in special education programming and service delivery.
• Knowledge of educational assessment administration and interpretation.
• Knowledge of instructional best practices and evidence-based instructional methodologies.
• Knowledge of IEP development, implementation, and monitoring.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local special education regulations, including IDEA and COMAR.
• Experience utilizing the Maryland Online IEP (MOIEP) system.
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, planning, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with staff, families, agencies, and community partners.

• Serves as the primary liaison between CCPS and approved non-public schools serving students with disabilities.
• Coordinates referrals, placements, and ongoing program oversight for students attending non-public schools and residential treatment centers.
• Serves as the Local School System representative in matters involving student placement, program implementation, transportation, disciplinary actions, parent concerns, and related services.
• Facilitates and chairs the IEP meetings for students referred to or placed in non-public programs and supports school-based teams throughout the IEP process.
• Serves as case manager for students placed in non-public schools, residential treatment centers, and students residing in Charles County whose placements are funded by other jurisdictions.
• Ensures implementation of special education and related services in accordance with student IEPs and applicable legal requirements.
• Monitors compliance with IDEA, COMAR, MSDE regulations, and local procedures related to non-public placements and services.
• Maintains oversight of student records and ensures appropriate access to educational information through the Maryland Online IEP system.
• Conducts student observations, educational assessments, and program reviews to evaluate student progress and placement effectiveness.
• Coordinates annual reviews, reevaluations, transition planning, and other required meetings with families, school personnel, non-public providers, and community agencies.
• Collaborates with Student Services, Transportation, Procurement, Finance, and other departments to support student services and program operations.
• Monitors student attendance, academic progress, graduation requirements, and transcript verification.
• Provides technical assistance and professional development related to special education compliance, IEP development, assessment practices, instructional strategies, and behavioral supports.
• Investigates and resolves concerns involving students, families, and non-public providers and provides follow-up to appropriate stakeholders.
• Participates in MSDE monitoring activities, technical assistance work groups, accreditation reviews, and other state-level initiatives.
• Assists with development and monitoring of contracts, expenditures, financial reports, and budget activities associated with non-public placements.
• Maintains accurate records, prepares required reports, and utilizes technology to support in-person, virtual, and hybrid meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Special…