ARD Facilitator

SPLENDORA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT; Splendora (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

SPLENDORA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT in Splendora, TX seeks an ARD Facilitator to lead ARD meetings, ensure IEP compliance, and coordinate communications between parents, general and special education staff. This role focuses on gathering and presenting data to support student needs and progress.

The ARD Facilitator will schedule meetings, manage timelines, and help establish a productive agenda while ensuring adherence to district policies and state/federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws for educating students with disabilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents and staff.
• Ability to implement policies and procedures.
• Ability to interpret data.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedule ARD meetings and assist with agenda, timing, and guidelines.
• Facilitate ARD discussions to ensure participation and task focus.
• Meet federal and state ARD timelines.
• Maintain communication between special and general education staff regarding IEPs, accommodations, and progress.
• Support student achievement and delivery of special education curriculum per IEP.
• Evaluate progress to inform program improvements and address needs.
• Collaborate with teachers to allocate resources and promote effective instruction.
• Assist in monitoring instructional processes to align with IEP outcomes.

Skills

Education laws

IEP knowledge

Communication skills

Policy implementation

Data interpretation

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Title: ARD Facilitator

Reports to: Campus Principal/Director of Special Education

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Exemption Status/Test: Exempt

Date Revised

Primary Purpose

Responsible for facilitating Annual, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) meetings and completion of required ARD paperwork. Monitor implementation of individualized education plans (IEP) and facilitate communication with parent and staff.

Qualifications

Education/Certification: Bachelor's degree

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of state and federal laws for educating students with disabilities
• Understanding of the individual needs of students with disabilities
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents and staff
• Ability to implement policies and procedures
• Ability to interpret data
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Program Management

• Schedules or assist in scheduling ARD meetings and assist with establishing an agenda, setting the time allotted for the meeting, and establishing a set of guidelines for the meeting.
• Facilitate ARD committee discussions using facilitation techniques to help the committee members communicate and collaborate effectively. Ensure each committee member has an opportunity to participate, resolve disagreements that arise, and keep the committee on task.
• Ensure federal and state timelines are met with respect to functions of the ARD committee meetings.
• Implement and maintain systematic communication between special and general education personnel with respect to ARD meetings and decisions, Individual Education Plans (IEPs), student accommodations, and instructional concerns and progress.
• Support student achievement ensuring delivery of special education curriculum and instruction according to the IEP of individual students.
• Ensure student progress is evaluated on a regular, systematic basis, and findings are used to make decisions to improve program effectiveness as it relates to specific student needs. Offer and implement changes when warranted.
• Collaborate with teacher to address student achievement deficiencies focusing resources, materials, and technology to promote satisfactory classroom performance. Encourage and support the development of innovative instructional programs.
• Assist in monitoring the instructional process to ensure program activities are aligned with desired outcomes and IEP.

Instructional Support

• Support the district's student management policies and expectations for student behaviors related to the special education program.
• Use coaching skills to support staff, build capacity, and provide technical assistance.
• Provide orientation to new staff on procedures for effective implementation of the campus ARD process.

Communication and Community Relations

• Establish and maintain a positive relationship with principals, teachers, staff, and parents by supporting innovation and efforts in educating students with disabilities.
• Serve as parent liaison in matters pertaining to student assessment, program eligibility, and IEPs.
• Articulate the district's mission and goals in the area of special education and solicit support in realizing the mission.

Policy, Reports, and Law

• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in the area of special education.
• Make recommendations to improve program effectiveness.

Other

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures

Supervisory Responsibilities None

Tools/Equipment Used Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment

Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

Other Information

• The District contributes $330 monthly toward the cost of the employee-only health insurance, which is $105 more than the state-required amount of $225/month. All employees in this position receive free treatment at any Next Level Urgent Care.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: PG 101