Job Title Instructional Specialist - Special Education K-12

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Organization Name Spec Ed K-12 Instructional Programs

Department Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Instructional Supervisor, the Instructional Specialist for Special Education K-12 will be responsible for developing and monitoring the implementation of the special education services and programs.
Brief Description
This is an ASASP Unit II Table F Grade2 Position
Salary Range:$105,420-$159,459
CLOSING DATE: May 5, 2024
Detailed Description
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Provides direct coaching support and modeling to all K-12 classroom teachers in special education delivery of specially designed instruction, classroom materials, intervention implementation, and classroom management for all students with disabilities;

Interprets and articulates special education regulations, policies and procedures to principals, educators,

school personnel and parents to ensure compliance with federal and state mandates; provides strategies and monitors the general supervision of regulations and Individualized Education Programs (IEP) implementation;

Reviews IEPs and records of students to assist the IEP teams and school personnel in determining the most appropriate least restrictive environment to implement instructional programs; provides guidance to school teams on implementing IEPs;

Assists in the development and delivery of systemic, area and school-level workshops on all K-12 curricular issues, specially designed instructions, teaching strategies, IEP development, modifications and accommodations, and behavior management in collaboration with district offices;

Assists school teams with staffing for special education programs;

Keeps abreast of the latest research, best practices, developments and techniques in the delivery of special education instruction;

Conducts formal and informal observations of educators as needed; and

Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

Knowledge of instructional curriculum in the delivery of specially designed instruction to support special education teachers across the K-12 continuum;

Knowledge of High Leverage Practices and evidence-based instructional resources to support specially designed instruction for students with disabilities;

Knowledge of curriculum documents, text resources, classroom materials, intervention implementation and classroom management for students with disabilities;

Knowledge of the Maryland College and Career-Ready Standards, general and alternate assessments and the ability to apply them to curriculum and classroom instruction;

Knowledge of instructional accommodations and modifications for special education students taking state and district assessments for elementary and/or secondary students across the K-12 continuum;

Possess knowledge and skills to review IEPs and records of students to assist the IEP team and school personnel in determining the most appropriate least restrictive environment to implement instructional programs and to provide guidance to school teams on implementing the IEP;

Possess knowledge and experience administering standardized educational assessments used to determine eligibility for special education services;

Knowledge and skills to support coaching on IEP implementation, aligning classroom strategies, district wide curriculum, Maryland College and Career Ready Standards, Maryland Alternate Framework, specially designed instruction and functional life skills, as appropriate;

Ability to effectively work with principals, specialists, and educators to implement and monitor the instructional program in diverse school settings; and

Excellent planning, organizing, communications (oral and written), and human relations

Skills.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Masters degree from an accredited college or university in general and/or special education or related field required. A minimum of five (5) years of successful experience teaching in special education with a strong special education instructional and procedural background.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Advanced Professional Certificate in Special Education or dual certification in General and Special Education with Administrator I endorsement required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
No direct supervisory responsibilities.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully
perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit,
and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
None.
Additional Details
Direct Deposit is expected as a condition of new hire employment.
As a condition of employment, all applicants for employment must be qualified to work in the United States without sponsorship by PGCPS. If you are not work-authorized and would require PGCPS to sponsor you for a work visa you will not be considered for employment.
How To Apply
Instructional/Support
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Please complete ALL sections and provide applicable details to ensure full consideration.If you need assistance with submitting your application online, please contact the Employee Support Center & Substitute Services at 301-780-2191.
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.
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