ARD Facilitator & IEP Planning Lead

Brownwood ISD; Brownwood (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Anova Education in Brownwood, Texas, is seeking an ARD facilitator responsible for coordinating ARD meetings and developing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students with disabilities. The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree, preferably a Master’s, and a valid special education teaching certificate, along with at least three years of teaching experience with diverse learning needs. This position involves ensuring compliance with federal and state special education laws, attending to student data management, and supporting special education teachers. Salary is based on the district compensation plan, and the start date is July 2026.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• Valid special education teaching certificate needed.
• At least three years of teaching experience with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee scheduling of ARD meetings.
• Lead and facilitate ARD meetings.
• Support special education teachers in developing IEP goals.
• Serve as point of contact for special education staff.
• Ensure compliance with state-mandated assessments.
• Maintain necessary reports and documents.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of federal and state special education law

Working knowledge of individualized services for students with disabilities

Knowledge of the ARD Committee process

Knowledge of IEP process

Teaching experience with diverse learning needs

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree from an accredited institution

Valid special education teaching certificate

Tools

eSTAR

Successes Ed Manager

Job description

Primary Purpose:

The ARD facilitator is responsible for the coordination, planning and preparation of compliance documents for students eligible for special education services to ensure federal and state requirements and timelines are met. The ARD facilitator is responsible for working with the diagnostician and campus teachers in maintaining all data integrity regarding PEIMS reporting for all special needs students including date of ARDs, instructional setting, and student disability.

Qualifications:
Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree from an accredited institution (preferred)
Valid special education teaching certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Advanced knowledge of and compliance with federal and state special education law. Working knowledge of and compliance with individualized services for students with disabilities. Advanced knowledge of and compliance with the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process. Knowledge of the development and implementation of the Individual Education Plan
(IEP) process.

Experience:

At least three years of teaching experience including experience teaching students with disabilities and other students with diverse learning needs
Experience with student data management systems such as eSTAR, or Successes Ed Manager (preferred)

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Oversee the scheduling of ARD meetings to ensure the appropriate placement and development of individual education plans for students with disabilities ensuring that all timeline requirements are met

Lead and facilitate ARD meetings - Collaborate with classroom teachers, instructional specialists, and school staff regarding
student’s accommodations, program modifications, instructional supports, and related services

Provide support to special education teachers regarding the development of IEP goals and objectives that follow the Standard’s-Based IEP model
Serve as the central point of contact for team of teachers and special education staff for issues related to student’s special education services
Oversee the maintenance of student special education files to ensure compliance with all state mandated assessments and alternative assessments, including their selection and administration.

Compile and maintain all reports, records, and other documents required by law and/or theDirector of Special Populations.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment

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

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist nonambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours

Environment: Exposure to biological hazards; may require districtwide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

Start Date:July 2026
Work Days:197
Salary: District Compensation Plan