IEP Facilitator & Special Ed Program Lead

Charles County Public Schools; Maryland; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Charles County Public Schools is seeking a qualified professional to manage the IEP process across assigned schools. The role chairs IEP Team meetings, gathers essential information, and ensures timely referrals and documentation comply with IDEA/COMAR and MSDE policy.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred), Maryland Special Education certification, and 3 years of classroom experience. Strong leadership and communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree preferred.
• Must hold or be eligible for Maryland Standard Professional Certificate with special education endorsement.
• Three years of satisfactory special education classroom teaching experience required.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and manages the IEP process and documentation in assigned schools.
• Chairs IEP Team meetings in assigned schools.
• Collects and organizes information for IEP phases.
• Invites participants to meetings and prepares agendas.
• Monitors referrals, assessments, and special education records.
• Ensures compliance with IEP timelines and policies.
• Acts as liaison for special education discipline-related problems.
• Assists in identifying special needs and referrals for services.
• Interprets policy to staff and parents; supports professional development.
• Maintains confidentiality and coordinates with districts for records.

Skills

IEP procedures knowledge

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Planning skills

Confidentiality handling

Communication (oral & written)

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Maryland Standard Professional Certificate (special education endorsement)

Job description

Charles County Public Schools is seeking a qualified professional to manage the IEP process across assigned schools. The role chairs IEP Team meetings, gathers essential information, and ensures timely referrals and documentation comply with IDEA/COMAR and MSDE policy.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred), Maryland Special Education certification, and 3 years of classroom experience. Strong leadership and communication are essential for success.