ARD Facilitator: Special Education & IEP Compliance

Spring Branch ISD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Branch ISD is seeking a Special Education ARD Facilitator to efficiently manage the ARD process in line with federal/state regulations and district policy.

The role requires coordinating ARD meetings, preparing documentation, maintaining PEIMS and ARD materials, and communicating with general and special education staff as well as parents. A Texas teaching certificate or equivalent certification is required, with attendance at ongoing trainings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Valid Texas Teacher Certificate or related certification.
• Certification must meet requirements for qualification per state/federal law.

Responsibilities

• Promote programs and services for students with disabilities.
• Assist students with physical disabilities as needed.
• Encourage parent participation in ARD meetings.
• Present information clearly and accurately.
• Collaborate with staff to meet learner needs.
• Consult with parents and school personnel on student development.
• Participate in staff development and training.
• Compile and file reports and required records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

ARD meetings prep

Tech tools use

Confidentiality

Interdepartmental communication

Staff collaboration

Reporting/Documentation

Training attendance

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Valid Texas Teacher Certificate or related certification

Tools

PEIMS

District technology applications

Job description

Spring Branch Independent School District

Special Education - ARD Facilitator

Qualifications/Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• Valid Texas Teacher Certificate, or certification/license in a related field such as Speech-Language Pathology or School Psychology.
• Certification must meet requirements for becoming and remaining qualified for this position in a manner required by Federal and/or State law.
  
  

Spring Branch Independent School District

Job Description

Special Education - ARD Facilitator

Job Title:Special Education - ARD FacilitatorReports To:Director of Special EducationClassification:ProfessionalWage/Hour Status:ExemptDays:195Salary:See Compensation Plan for Administrative/Professional Pay Plan, Pay Grade 103Contract:Probationary/TermDate Revised:3/17/2026Primary Purpose:The person in this position is responsible for effectively facilitating the ARD process in compliance with federal and state regulations and in accordance with district policy.Qualifications/Skills:

Education/Certification

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• Valid Texas Teacher Certificate, or certification/license in a related field such as Speech-Language Pathology or School Psychology.
• Certification must meet requirements for becoming and remaining qualified for this position in a manner required by Federal and/or State law.
  
  

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Prepares for ARD meetings (e.g., holds staffings, prepares ARD documentation, schedules meetings)
• Effectively uses district technology applications when facilitating the ARD process
• Effectively maintain ARD documents in a timely manner, which includes locking, distributing and submitting PEIMS.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Monitor/facilitate communication between general and special education staff regarding all elements of the IEP (e.g., goals, accommodations, behavior intervention plans).
• Collaborate with campus/district staff to ensure compliance with state assessment requirements
• Collaborate with the campus Principal and Team Leader/Department Chair to provide support and guidance to the campus special education team, including conducting special education department meetings and disseminating information regarding SBISD's special education policies/procedures
• Compile appropriate reports and documentation as requested by district Special Education Director, Coordinators, Supervisors, and Facilitators.
• Attend all required training related to job functions.
  
  

Major Duties and

Responsibilities

Student Growth and Development:

• Support the mission of school district by promoting the development of appropriate programs and services for students with disabilities.
• Assist with needs of students with physical disabilities.
  
  

Communication

• Establish and maintain open communication by encouraging parent participation in ARD meetings.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Collaborate with others to provide for learner needs.
• Consult with parents and other appropriate school personnel concerning each student's intellectual, academic social, emotional and physical development.
  
  

Professional Growth And Development

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills. Keep informed of and comply with state, district and school regulations and policies.
• Compile, maintain and file all physical and computerized reports, records and other documents required.
  
  

Other

• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Supervisory

Responsibilities:NoneEquipment Used:Computer, copy machine and audio visual machines.Working Conditions:

Mental Demands

• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Work with frequent interruptions.
• This position requires regular in-person interaction with the public.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Frequent and/or prolonged standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing
• Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desk and other classroom equipment.
• Physical capacity to lift, transfer transfer and otherwise assist students with physical disabilities (e.g. ability to lift 50 lbs).
  
  

Application Procedure:Click Apply then Login. To complete your application, please visit our website at https://www.springbranchisd.com and click Join Our Team and Apply Now.Spring Branch Independent School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title IX and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status or disability.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. By applying for this position, I acknowledge that I have read and understand the job description listed above.