CTE ARD Representative

CTE ARD Representative (24-25)

Northwest Independent School District, Career and Technical Education & CCR - Justin, Texas

Job  | Final date to receive applications:
Posted until filled | Re-Posted:
Jul 29, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC) | Starting Date:
Immediately

Position Type:
Part-Time | Salary: up to $25 per hour |

Work Hours:

Part-Time, Max of 20 hours per week | Wage/Hour Status:
Non-Exempt | Pay Grade: $25.00/Hour | Dept. / School:
Career and Technical Education |

Reports To:

Director of Career & Technical Education | Date Revised: 08/2024

Primary

Purpose:

The CTE ARD Representative is responsible for managing the admission, review, and dismissal processes for students with special needs within Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, remotely. This role involves coordinating with various stakeholders, including teachers, administrators, and parents, to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Valid Texas Teaching Career & Technical Education (CTE) Certification required
• Experience in special education and/or CTE programs required
• Understanding of IDEA and other relevant special education regulations
• Working knowledge of local, state, and national CTE curriculum standards
• Strong organizational skills
• Knowledge of all applicable federal, state, local laws, guidelines, and procedures
• Knowledge about instructional materials, technology, and state evaluation methods
• Skilled in communicating effectively with others
• Skilled in using computer tools, including but not limited to email, virtual meetings, internet, word/google documents and spreadsheets
• Skilled in working in collaborative, team-based environments
• Skilled in working with and presenting to diverse populations of students, parents, and community members
• Ability to exercise good judgment in decision-making, especially in difficult circumstances
• Skilled in human relationships, conflict resolution strategies, and team building methods and techniques
• Minimum of 2 years of successful career and technical education teaching experience
• Special Education ARD experience required
• Dependable home internet required

• Stay informed about best practices in special education and CTE
• Engage in professional learning to maintain knowledge of CTE content fields
• Engage in professional learning to maintain knowledge of industry certification opportunities for students
• Advocate for NISD students and CTE Career Clusters & Pathways

• Serve as a liaison between the CTE department and special education services during ARD meetings
• Collaborate with educators to develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that align with CTE program requirements
• Work cooperatively with the ARD committee to assess student needs regarding accommodations &/or modifications regarding CTE curricula
• Review all student paperwork prior to ARD meetings to ensure accurate & appropriate committee collaboration
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other administrator that are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications for the position
• Dependable performance requires reliable and dependable attendance
• Provide information and collaborative support to NISD CTE teachers on accommodating specific students and their special needs

• Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, district policy, and administration
• Maintain the confidentiality of all student records and information in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations
• Ensure that sensitive information is shared only with authorized individuals

N/A

Personal computer, copier, Fax machine, calculator, printer

Able to maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions. Repetitive hand motions. Occasional prolonged and irregular hours. Position requires frequent bending, stooping, twisting, pulling, overhead reaching, sitting, and keyboarding. Position requires the ability to lift 25 pounds to waist high.

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required