ARD Facilitator & Compliance Coordinator

Northwest Independent School District; Justin (TX); On-site; USD 66,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Independent School District is seeking an ARD Facilitator to coordinate, chair or co-chair ARD meetings, and ensure compliance with federal and state timelines for students eligible for Special Education services. The role requires maintaining accurate PEIMS data for ARDs and coordinating with teachers, related services staff, and families across assigned campuses.

The candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred), a valid Texas Teaching Certificate, and at least three

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field; Master’s preferred.
• Valid Texas Teacher Certificate.
• Three years of successful classroom experience.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders including parents, teachers, school staff and advocacy groups.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, guidelines, and procedures.
• Familiarity with instructional materials, technology and state evaluation methods.
• Proficient with email, internet, word processing and spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Schedules ARD meetings and notifies parents, distributing ARD calendars to members.
• Ensures ARD timelines are met and coordinates with assessment team.
• Manages ARD paperwork and submits to audit file within 72 hours of meeting.
• Supports compliance with ARD decisions under state/federal law.
• Maintains PEIMS data integrity for ARDs, instructional setting, and student disability.
• Completes PEIMS forms and required reports by deadlines.
• Maintains current state assessment and referral lists; coordinates with related services.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Data integrity

Decision-making under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree preferred

Texas Teacher Certification

Job description

Northwest Independent School District is seeking an ARD Facilitator to coordinate, chair or co-chair ARD meetings, and ensure compliance with federal and state timelines for students eligible for Special Education services. The role requires maintaining accurate PEIMS data for ARDs and coordinating with teachers, related services staff, and families across assigned campuses.

The candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred), a valid Texas Teaching Certificate, and at least three