ARD Facilitator - Full-Time (26-27 school year)

Young World Physical Education; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a Full-Time ARD Facilitator for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves facilitating ARD meetings, supporting students with disabilities, and ensuring compliance with educational laws. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, a valid Texas teaching certificate, and at least three years of teaching experience. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for this role. This position is part-time for the school year.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of teaching students with disabilities and participation in ARD meetings.
• Understanding of the individual needs of students with disabilities.
• Ability to implement policies and procedures.
• 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.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of teaching students with disabilities and participation in ARD meetings.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate ARD committee discussions and ensure effective communication.
• Support student achievement by delivering special education curriculum.
• Compile and maintain all reports, records, and other documents as required.
• Maintain communication between special and general education personnel regarding ARD decisions and IEPs.
• Support student achievement ensuring delivery of special education curriculum per IEP.
• Evaluate student progress and adjust programs to improve effectiveness.
• Collaborate with teachers to address achievement deficiencies and promote innovative instruction.
• Assist in monitoring the instructional process and align activities with IEP goals.
• Support staff through coaching and orientation on ARD procedures.
• Establish positive relationships with principals, teachers, staff, and parents.

Skills

Knowledge of state and federal laws for educating students with disabilities

Ability to communicate effectively with parents and staff

Strong organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Strong communication

Organization and interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Job description

ARD Facilitator - Full-Time (26-27 school year)

Location: San Angelo, Texas

Job ID: 5623290

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 02, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: ARD Facilitator

EXEMPTION STATUS: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Director of Special Programs

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 10 months, 2026-2027 school year, part-time

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 from an accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with endorsements or required training for subject/level assigned
• Special Knowledge/Skills: 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
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of teaching students with disabilities and participation in ARD meetings

Major Responsibilities and Duties

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

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environment Factors

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer, peripherals, and telephone
• Posture: Prolonged sitting/standing, occasional kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting
• Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, keyboarding, use of mouse, wrist flexion/extension
• Lifting: Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds without assistance, 30-55 pounds with assistance, and more than 55 pounds with appropriate assistance
• Environment: Work is performed in classrooms and in an office setting; occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress, work with frequent interruptions

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resource , Human Resources
• 1621 University Ave.
• San Angelo ISD Administration Building,
• San Angelo, Texas 76904
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]