ARD Clerk/Transition Coordinator
Job in
Jasper, Jasper County, Texas, 75951, USA
Listing for:
Department of Instruction
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-09-29
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Education Administration, Special Education Teacher
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: JasperARD MANAGER / TRANSITION COORDINATOR JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title:
ARD Manager / Transition Coordinator Department:
Special Education
Reports To:
Director of Special Programs Non-Exempt
PRIMARY PURPOSE
The ARD Manager/Transition Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) meeting process and providing transition planning support for students receiving special education services. This position coordinates ARD meeting schedules, communicates with staff and parents, maintains required documentation, assists with IEP development and documentation, and supports transition planning for students.
The position requires strong organizational, communication, recordkeeping, and computer skills and the ability to work cooperatively with students, parents, teachers, administrators, and other district personnel.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
ARD Coordination
Schedule all assigned ARD Committee meetings in accordance with district procedures and required timelines.Coordinate meeting dates and times with parents, teachers, administrators, evaluators, related service providers, and other required participants.Schedule appropriate staff members to attend ARD Committee meetings.Provide meeting notices and other required information to parents and staff.Attend assigned ARD Committee meetings and take accurate minutes.Document ARD Committee discussions, decisions, recommendations, and other required information.Maintain an organized schedule of ARD meetings and follow up regarding outstanding documentation or required actions.Communicate with parents and staff regarding ARD meeting dates, times, locations, and required documentation.IEP and Special Education Documentation
Assist with the preparation and development of IEPs for assigned students in collaboration with appropriate district personnel.Write IEPs for assigned students and attend ARD Committee meetings as directed.Assist with updating IEP information following ARD Committee meetings.Upload updated ARD documents and related information to IHP and other district-approved systems as required.Maintain accurate and confidential student special education records.Monitor assigned documentation for completeness and communicate missing or incomplete information to appropriate personnel.Assist the Special Education Department with maintaining compliance with required ARD and IEP timelines.Progress Reports and Parent Communication
Collect special education progress reports from teachers and service providers.Monitor the timely submission of progress reports.Coordinate the distribution of special education progress reports to parents.Maintain appropriate documentation regarding the distribution of progress reports.Communicate with parents and staff regarding assigned special education documentation and processes.Transition Services
Meet with junior high and high school students receiving special education services regarding transition planning.Conduct age-appropriate interest inventories and transition assessments for students age 14 and above, or as otherwise directed by the Special Education Department.Assist students in identifying interests, strengths, skills, career goals, and postsecondary goals.Assist with documenting transition information in students' IEPs.Provide students with information regarding postsecondary education, career opportunities, employment, vocational training, and community resources.Coordinate with teachers, counselors, parents, administrators, and other appropriate personnel regarding student transition needs.Maintain appropriate documentation related to transition meetings, assessments, student interests, and transition goals.General Duties
Maintain confidentiality of student and district information in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and district policies.Maintain knowledge of district procedures related to ARD meetings, IEP documentation, progress reports, and transition services.Attend required staff meetings and professional development activities.Maintain accurate records and meet established deadlines.Communicate effectively and professionally with students, parents, staff, administrators, and community members.Assist the Director of Special Education with special education department projects and activities as assigned.Perform other duties as assigned.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Certification:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Additional education, training, or coursework…
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