IEP (Individualized Education Program) Facilitator - Middleborough ELEM

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

JOB TITLE: IEP (Individualized Education Program) Facilitator

REPORTS TO: School Principal

SUMMARY: 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).

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

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


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience, Education and Training;
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 Certifications:
Possession of or eligibility for a Maryland Standard Professional Certificate.
Special education endorsement preferred. Advanced Professional Certificate preferred.

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.

For FY 2025 a required 10 days of training paid at the stipend rate are required during July/August 2025 as set by the Department of Special Education. Eligible for membership in the Maryland State retirement system.

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

Created: 8/2021, 4/2022, 2/2024 (school-based)

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

Application Instructions
Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Each time an applicant applies to a job with BCPS, the application must be resubmitted. If an applicant started an application with BCPS in the past and at a later date decides to apply for additional positions, it is the applicant's responsibility to review the entire application and ensure that all data is up to date (for example, the applicant may need to add additional schooling or certifications, an additional work experience, or provide updated references). The applicant must remember to review the entire application each time for accuracy and submit each time for a new or different vacancy.
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted. Applicants should notify their reference proactively to inform them they will receive a form via email through a MAILBOT email address from Baltimore County Public Schools. Applicants should also inform their reference(s) of the job they are applying to.
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment, including student teaching and internship experience, and include names, addresses, and telephone numbers of employers.
• Be sure to answer all criminal background questions. If you answer "yes" to any of the criminal background questions you must provide a written explanation. A criminal offense does not necessarily exclude an applicant from employment with BCPS. Factors such as passage of time since the offense, the nature of the violation, and the extent of rehabilitation will be taken into consideration.

Before you can be considered for employment, you MUST have the following items attached to your application:

• A copy of your TEACHER CERTIFICATION. (if applicable)
• A copy of your TRANSCRIPTS.
• A copy of your PRAXIS or other state test scores.
• A copy of your MARYLAND IN-SERVICE COURSE SLIPS. (if applicable)

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.00. An identification card will be issued which must be shown prior to employment.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• If you have military experience you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
• Official transcripts for all higher education must be received prior to contract signing.
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Badges and Benefits session.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

This class specification defines the types of duties and level of difficulty of work required of positions in this title. It shall not be held to exclude duties not mentioned nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937). There is a compliance officer responsible for identifying, preventing, and remedying prohibited harassment concerning students. Complaints of harassment should be directed to the executive director, Department of School Safety and Security, 9600 Pulaski Park Drive, Suite 118, Baltimore, MD 21220 (443-809-4360).

Contact Information

Sally Barbieri, M.Ed.
Special Education Staffing Team
6901 Charles Street, E Building
Towson, Maryland 21204
Phone: 443-809-4605
Fax: 410-296-0568
Email: sbarbieri@bcps.org