IEP Facilitator - Bear Creek Elementary

Baltimore County Public Schools; Dundalk (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Relocation bonus

Job summary

Baltimore County Public Schools seeks an IEP Facilitator for Bear Creek Elementary in Dundalk, MD. Lead IEP meetings, monitor files, and ensure COMAR/IDEA compliance across BCPS.

Role includes providing professional development, collaborating with the Department of Special Education, and guiding teams to maintain accurate, timely IEP documentation for students with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Three years of successful teaching experience in special education.
• Two years of facilitation/IEP process experience preferred.
• Master's degree in special education or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize and manage the IEP process, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Collect data on processes and timelines for reporting to leadership.
• Facilitate IEP meetings with active participation of members and timely documentation.
• Develop and monitor a special education management plan for paperwork timelines.
• Provide training and support to staff and parents on the IEP process.

Skills

IEP facilitation

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Technology proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Maryland Educator Certificate

Maryland Educator License

Advanced Professional Certificate preferred

Tools

Database

Spreadsheet

Word processing

Job description

IEP Facilitator - Bear Creek Elementary

Dundalk, MD, United States

Job Info

• Job Identification: 2856
• Job Category: Special Education

Locations

• Bear Creek Elementary

Job Schedule

Full time

Job Description

Provide leadership, guidance, and support to ensure compliance with State and Federal requirements consistent with the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) as well as the expectations of Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Organize and facilitate IEP team meetings, regularly monitoring IEP files, providing professional development to school staff, and collaborating with the special education school-based administrator(s). Provide support to teams using data to recognize the unique challenges of students and capitalize on their strengths and needs. Collaborate with the Department of Special Education (DSE), Office of Compliance to provide requested information and data for assigned school(s).

Responsibilities

• Organize and manage the IEP process, ensuring adherence to Federal, State, and Local regulations and procedures.
• Collect data on processes and timelines to report to the Building Principal, and/or Department of Special Education.
• Facilitate IEP meetings, promoting the active engagement of all members, and ensuring that all required IEP documents are completed and disbursed within timelines.
• Develop and monitor a special education management plan for communicating all required paperwork timelines, meeting schedules, and documentation to parents and school staff meeting all federal and state timelines.
• Provide technical assistance and professional development to staff and parents as appropriate on the IEP process and BCPS procedures.
• Review and provide feedback to teachers or providers on IEP paperwork including but not limited to IEPs (Individualized Education Programs), assessment reports, review of existing data, etc. to proactively address any potential compliance errors.
• Promote family engagement with a repertoire of ideas for teachers as they connect parents to classroom learning and alternative strategies used to support the varied needs of children.
• Facilitate collaboration with required IEP team members (including general educators, related service providers, special educators, school administrators, and parents) to develop appropriate IEPs.
• Review individual student records for completion and accuracy, prior to an IEP meeting and at the end of the school year.
• Advise Principal and central office compliance staff when issues of non-compliance are encountered.
• Assist teams with conveying procedures, vision, and priorities of the Department of Special Education, and Baltimore County Public Schools.
• Attend countywide IEP team chair training and other professional development as mandated by the Department of Special Education and/or Compliance Office.
• Conduct formal and informal assessments as requested.
• Collaborate with school and Department of Special Education central office staff to meet the needs of children with disabilities and their families.
• Assist DSE central office staff with other compliance related tasks as directed (dispute resolution, assessments, monitoring/audits, etc.).
• Coordinate for assigned schools, BCPS Department of Special Education/MSDE's compliance review activities as part of the Comprehensive Monitoring process and Internal Record Review Process.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of successful teaching experience working with students in special education. Two years of experience with facilitation and/or active participant in the IEP process is preferred. Master’s degree in special education or equivalent preferred.

Licenses and Certificates

• Possession of a Maryland Educator Professional Certificate appropriate to the area of assignment.
• Possession of a Maryland Educator Professional License appropriate to the area of assignment.
• Possession of a Maryland Educator Advanced Professional Certificate or Advanced Professional License appropriate to the area of assignment is preferred.

Note: Other combination of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of compliance with federal and state mandates including mediation and due process procedures
• Knowledge of support services and training for schools’ staff, state legislation for students with disabilities, and services to students with hearing, vision, physical, speech-language, cognitive, emotional, and learning disabilities
• Demonstration of outstanding oral and written communication skills
• Demonstration of strong leadership, communication, and human relations skills
• Possession of technology competency (e.g., database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications); skill and experience in data analysis and application.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

The work of this class is performed both in school and office environments. Travel to schools throughout Baltimore County is required. Work includes the operation of office equipment, computers, and assistive technology devices. Limited physical activities may be required.

Works flexible hours as necessary to meet all job requirements and deadlines. Travel to locations within Baltimore County required.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

There may be required training during summer months as set by the Department of Special Education.

GRADE

10 - Month Pay Scale - Valid until January 2026 - 10 - Month Pay Scale - Effective January 1, 2026

Pay Scales and Compensation

Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at:

Office of Payroll - Baltimore County Public Schools - www.bcps.org/operations/fiscalservices/payroll

OTHER COMPENSATION

Position may be eligible for relocation bonus, extra duty activities pay, or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement.

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

RETIREMENT

Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.

BENEFITS

BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.

BENEFITS WEBSITE

Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement

DISCLOSURE

This posting describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.