What are the responsibilities and job description for the Campus Resource and Inclusion Specialist (District-wide) position at DISTRICT-WIDE?
Primary Purpose
The Campus Special Education Specialist supports campuses in building teacher capacity and improving student outcomes through coaching, professional development, and implementation of inclusive, data-driven practices. This role ensures compliance with IEP requirements and district, state, and federal guidelines. Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek ISD.
Qualifications
Education/Certification/Licensure
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Valid Texas Teaching Certification
Valid Special Education certification
Special Knowledge/Skills
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Knowledge of qualifying disabilities and programs in CCISD
Knowledge of statewide assessments
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Working knowledge of computer software and multimedia tools
Leadership and problem-solving skills
Provide support to campuses on data collections, analysis, and progress monitoring
Embrace CCISD instructional philosophy and initiatives
Demonstration of expertise in the following areas:
- Content/program knowledge
- Standards-based instruction
- Instructional strategies and best practices
- Effective instruction for diverse learners
- Data interpretation
- Professional learning creation and delivery
- Adult learning theory
- Integration of technology
Experience
3 years of successful teaching experience
Varied grade levels of instructional experience preferred
Experience working with diverse student populations preferred
Leadership experience in roles at the campus or district level such as lead teacher, department head, etc. preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties
- Support vertically aligned instructional practices in the resource and inclusion setting across grade levels for students K-18 .
- Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) as needed to support campuses with developing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) and goals to support student needs.
- Develop relationships with campus and district personnel and assist with onboarding and mentoring new resource and inclusion teachers.
- Collaborate with general education staff to support alignment between resource instruction and core classroom instruction.
- Promote instructional practices that increase student independence and readiness for inclusion in less restrictive environments when appropriate.
- Advocate for instructional practices that promote high expectations, access, and equity for students with disabilities.
- Participate in campus and district teams focused on improving instructional outcomes for students receiving resource services.
- Collaborate with administrators in developing and refining campus or district guidelines, tools, and frameworks to improve instructional practices.
- Provide Coaching and consultation to campus administrators, teachers, and staff who work with students receiving services.
- Consult with special education campus staff on effective strategies to support student needs.
- Advise campus teams in decision-making regarding Extended School Year (ESY) services for eligible students.
- Collaborate in the development of Individualized Educational Programs (IEPs) to ensure alignment with student instructional and behavioral needs and support ARD meeting preparation.
- Meet with teachers and PLCs to support the planning and delivery of instruction, modeling research-based interventions for staff when appropriate.
- Provide instructional materials and exemplar lessons for effective teaching/learning strategies, classroom designs, technology integration, and differentiated instruction
- Routinely review data to ensure appropriate services and supports are provided to students.
- Collaborate with campus and district personnel to review and analyze student data to guide appropriate placement and program recommendations.
- Maintain documentation of campus coaching support and professional learning.
- Participate in department and district professional learning opportunities for staff and families.
- Design and deliver professional development for campuses and district staff, including training in crisis prevention and intervention techniques.
- Exhibit CCISD Core Values of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.
- Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek ISD.
- Stay up-to-date professionally through the selection of quality professional learning opportunities for personal growth.
- Research district policy, precedent, and current practices before taking action.
- Participate as an effective team member who contributes to district, department, and content goals.
- Demonstrates proficient levels of technology applications.
- Participates fully in drills and safety exercises to provide for the safety and overall emotional well-being of students.
- Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities.
- Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and meetings.
- Meet task completion deadlines established by the supervisor.
- Maintain friendly customer-service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers.
- Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school/department are met.
- Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communication (i.e., email, written, and verbal).
- Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned.
Working Conditions
Mental Demands
Effective verbal and written communication; concentration while performing duties; ability to maintain emotional control under stress; ability to maintain an objective, problem-solving attitude; accept and adapt to change, and ability to intervene in crisis situations.
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
Frequent in-district travel; varied working environment; frequent standing, lifting, walking, bending, carrying; work with frequent interruptions; use of personal vehicle for travel with mileage reimbursement, transporting equipment, use of Crisis Prevention Intervention
Term: 197 days
Pay: Professional Support Salary Schedule