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About the Role

To support students, administrators, and instructors with Special Education processes. This is a 10-month (August-May) ARD Facilitator position in the Austin-area, with salary spread over 12-months. The University of Texas-University Charter School is a public charter school and follows all state and federal regulations for public school services, and is part of the University of Texas at Austin’s College of Education.

Responsibilities

• Schedule, facilitate, and document all aspects of Individual Education Program (IEP) meetings following federal, state, and local guidelines and rules.
• Review IEP documentation submitted by teachers to ensure compliance with local guidelines.
• Maintain student special education records according to federal, state, and local guidelines.
• Coordinate communication between service providers to facilitate implementation of the IEP.
• Conduct all aspects of the special education referral process.
• Attend LST (Local Support Team) meetings.
• Coordinate the special education referral process by collecting all required data, performing needed observations and communicating with parents and teachers.
• Complete special education Child Find information for initial evaluation, and send to central office special education department according to district procedures.
• Conduct all tasks involved with student special education data during enrollment and withdraw.
• Receive Student Data Request Form, process Transfer of Records or Transfer IEP.
• Complete Transfer of Records or Transfer IEP documentation in eSped and archive documents.
• Identify missing Special Education information in newly enrolled student records and provide information to clerk so additional records can be requested.
• Review enrolling and withdrawn student records, ensure compliance and archive.
• Conduct all special education administrative activities at the campus.
• Coordinate provision of assistive technology supports and services.
• Keep principal informed of current and supporting teacher training.
• Verify special education attendance reports.
• Verify completion of six weeks progress reports.
• Review summary of compliance report on a weekly basis and correct any issues identified.
• Respond to parent inquiries/concerns.
• Collect/maintain documentation of provision of services to students.

Requirements

• Valid Texas Teaching Certificate.
• Special Education Certified.
• Knowledge of state and Federal Special Education law.
• Knowledge of the ARD process.
• Knowledge of disabilities and the impact on children.
• Skilled in developing effective and compliant IEPs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Skilled in working effectively under timelines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Skilled in maintaining accurate and compliant student records.
• Skilled in developing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office (including MS Excel) and web applications.
• Knowledge of state testing requirements and procedures (EOC/STARR).
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be a supervisor
• Letter of interest
• If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form.
• You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States.
• Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment.

Skills

• Special Education Certified
• Knowledge of state and Federal Special Education law
• Knowledge of the ARD process
• Knowledge of disabilities and the impact on children
• Developing effective and compliant IEPs
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Working effectively under timelines with accuracy and attention to detail
• Maintaining accurate and compliant student records
• Developing and maintaining effective working relationships
• Microsoft Office (including MS Excel)
• Web applications
• Knowledge of state testing requirements and procedures (EOC/STARR)

Location

• AUSTIN, TX

Work Type

• 10-month position
• Full-time

Experience Level

• Preferred: Experience as a special education teacher
• Preferred: Experience with eSped

Education Level

• Preferred: Master's degree in Special Education or related field

Salary/Compensations

• $57,000 + depending on qualifications

Benefits

• Salaries that are highly competitive with the local ISD
• Eligibility for annual merit-based permanent salary increases
• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
• Paid sick time, and holidays
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
• Free access to UT Austin’s libraries and museums with staff ID card

About the Company

• The University of Texas Charter School is a public charter school and follows all state and federal regulations for public school services.
• The University of Texas-University Charter School is part of the University of Texas at Austin’s College of Education.
• The University of Texas at Austin is internationally recognized for its academic programs and research.

Equal Opportunity

• The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action.
• The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.