What are the responsibilities and job description for the ARD Facilitator, Elementary (Special Education PO#3269, 2026-2027 School Year) position at Pearland ISD?
Primary Purpose
Coordinate, schedule, and participate in annual Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) meetings to ensure timeline requirements for annual dates are met. Ensure all elements required to be addressed and documented are accomplished, and that parents and others receive relevant sections of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
QUALIFICATIONS: Education:
Bachelor's degree
Texas Teacher Certificate for Special Education, General Education, Educational Diagnostician, or license for LSSP, preferred
Special Knowledge/Skills
Effective communication skills
Ability to use a variety of computer software programs
Knowledge of Federal and State requirements of IDEA including IEP process, paperwork, compliance timelines
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to maintain organization of multiple schedules
Ability to travel to multiple work locations
Experience
Minimum of three years' experience in special education or related field
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment
Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking
Lifting: May require regular heavy lifting (15-45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, assist non ambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours
Environment: Exposure to biological hazards; may require districtwide travel
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress
Days/Contract Status:185 Days/Non-Contract/Exempt
Pay Rate: See Current Salaries on Human Resource Website
Coordinate, schedule, and participate in annual Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) meetings to ensure timeline requirements for annual dates are met. Ensure all elements required to be addressed and documented are accomplished, and that parents and others receive relevant sections of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
QUALIFICATIONS: Education:
Bachelor's degree
Texas Teacher Certificate for Special Education, General Education, Educational Diagnostician, or license for LSSP, preferred
Special Knowledge/Skills
Effective communication skills
Ability to use a variety of computer software programs
Knowledge of Federal and State requirements of IDEA including IEP process, paperwork, compliance timelines
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to maintain organization of multiple schedules
Ability to travel to multiple work locations
Experience
Minimum of three years' experience in special education or related field
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment
Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking
Lifting: May require regular heavy lifting (15-45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, assist non ambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours
Environment: Exposure to biological hazards; may require districtwide travel
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress
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Days/Contract Status:185 Days/Non-Contract/Exempt
Pay Rate: See Current Salaries on Human Resource Website