The posting
Job Description
Provide leadership, guidance, and support to ensure compliance with State and Federal requirements consistent with the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) as well as the expectations of Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Organize and facilitate IEP team meetings, regularly monitoring IEP files, providing professional development to school staff, and collaborating with the special education school-based administrator(s). Provide support to teams using data to recognize the unique challenges of students and capitalize on their strengths and needs. Collaborate with the Department of Special Education (DSE), Office of Compliance to provide requested information and data for assigned school(s).
Responsibilities
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
- Organize and manage the IEP process, ensuring adherence to Federal, State, and Local regulations and procedures.
- Collect data on processes and timelines to report to the Building Principal, and/or Department of Special Education.
- Facilitate IEP meetings, promoting the active engagement of all members, and ensuring that all required IEP documents are completed and disbursed within timelines.
- Develop and monitor a special education management plan for communicating all required paperwork timelines, meeting schedules, and documentation to parents and school staff meeting all federal and state timelines.
- Provide technical assistance and professional development to staff and parents as appropriate on the IEP process and BCPS procedures.
- Review and provide feedback to teachers or providers on IEP paperwork including but not limited to IEPs (Individualized Education Programs), assessment reports, review of existing data, etc. to proactively address any potential compliance errors.
- Promote family engagement with a repertoire of ideas for teachers as they connect parents to classroom learning and alternative strategies used to support the varied needs of children.
- Facilitate collaboration with required IEP team members (including general educators, related service providers, special educators, school administrators, and parents) to develop appropriate IEPs.
- Review individual student records for completion and accuracy, prior to an IEP meeting and at the end of the school year.
- Advise Principal and central office compliance staff when issues of non-compliance are encountered.
- Assist teams with conveying procedures, vision, and priorities of the Department of Special Education, and Baltimore County Public Schools.
- Attend countywide IEP team chair training and other professional development as mandated by the Department of Special Education and/or Compliance Office.
- Conduct formal and informal assessments as requested.
- Collaborate with school and Department of Special Education central office staff to meet the needs of children with disabilities and their families.
- Assist DSE central office staff with other compliance related tasks as directed (dispute resolution, assessments, monitoring/audits, etc.).
- Coordinate for assigned schools, BCPS Department of Special Education/MSDE’s compliance review activities as part of the Comprehensive Monitoring process and Internal Record Review Process.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of successful teaching experience working with students in special education. Two years of experience with facilitation and/or active participant in the IEP process is preferred. Master’s degree in special education or equivalent preferred.
Licenses and Certificates:
Possession of a Maryland Educator Certificate appropriate to the area of assignment.
OR
Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Educator Professional License appropriate to the area of assignment.
Possession of a Maryland Educator Advanced Professional Certificate or Advanced Professional License appropriate to the area of assignment is preferred.
Note: Other combination of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of compliance with federal and state mandates including mediation and due process procedures
Knowledge of support services and training for schools’ staff, state legislation for students with disabilities, and services to students with hearing, vision, physical, speech-language, cognitive, emotional, and learning disabilities
Demonstration of outstanding oral and written communication skills
Demonstration of strong leadership, communication, and human relations skills
Possession of technology competency (e.g., database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications); skill and experience in data analysis and application.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
The work of this class is performed both in school and office environments. Travel to schools throughout Baltimore County is required. Work includes the operation of office equipment, computers, and assistive technology devices. Limited physical activities may be required.
Works flexible hours as necessary to meet all job requirements and deadlines. Travel to locations within Baltimore County is required.
Conditions of Employment:
There may be required training during summer months as set by the Department of Special Education.
Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required.
GRADE:
View the TABCO 10 Month Employees Salary Scale
SALARY: $62,252 - $121,924
Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at:
Office of Payroll - Baltimore County Public Schools - www.bcps.org/operations/fiscalservices/payroll
OTHER COMPENSATION: Position may be eligible for relocation bonus, extra duty activities pay, or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement.
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
RETIREMENT: Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.
BENEFITS: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.
Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT:
The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activates and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Officer of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937).
Application Instructions:
Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.
- Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Information on your resume and application must match. This information is necessary for salary determination should you receive an offer of employment.
- Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.
- Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment. Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application may result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be the only document considered in determining your qualifications for a position.
- You MUST attach your unofficial transcript(s) or license(s) to your application if you are applying for a position as a teacher or position which requires Licensure/Certification.
Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education:
- Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable only at the application stage. Official transcripts must be provided only after you have accepted a contingent offer.
- Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education may result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with your application.
Proof of Degree Equivalency:
- Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from a MSDE approved Foreign Transcript Evaluation Agency. This information is located on the MSDE website at https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Certification/Foreign-Transcript-Evaluation-Agencies.aspx
Pre-Employment Requirements:
- All people employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.
- Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
- If you have military experience, you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
- Official transcripts will be required upon hire and must be sent via e-script/clearinghouse from your university.
- Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
- All newly hired personnel must attend a Benefits and Retirement Orientation meeting.
- Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.
This posting describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.
Contact Information:
Sally Barbieri, M.Ed.
Human Resource Officer Phone: 443-809-4605 Email: [email protected]
