Ard Facilitator

The ARD facilitator is responsible for the following:

Coordination, planning, and preparation of compliance documents for students eligible for Special Education services.

Chairing, or co-chairing, ARD meetings on assigned campuses as determined by the Special Education Director.

Work cooperatively with campus administrators and instructional personnel to provide the most appropriate programs for students with disabilities.

• Valid Texas teaching certificate

• Knowledge of special education procedures/ARD meetings, federal and state law related to the education of students with disabilities, human development, and learning theories
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to exercise good judgment in difficult circumstances

• Three years teaching experience with students with disabilities preferred

• Receive student referrals and implement the assessment and evaluation process
• Collect and organize relevant assessment data from student's cumulative folder, classroom teachers(s), principal, support staff, parents, and outside resource people.
• Conduct classroom observation and personal interviews.
• Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee 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 assessment materials and equipment.
• 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.

None.

• Tools/Equipment Used:
  Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment
• Posture:
  Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion:
  Frequent walking
• Lifting:
  May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist non-ambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours
• Environment:
  Exposure to biological hazards; may require district wide travel
• Mental Demands:
  Maintain emotional control under stress