To collaborate and facilitate IEPs within a cluster, as assigned by the Program Support Specialist.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Incumbant must achieve the following outcomes with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Collaborates in the scheduling of IEPs.
• Facilitates IEPs for annuals, performance re-evaluations, manifestation determination, and discipline (related and transition).
• Assures that IEPs are in compliance with IDEA as well as federal and state laws/regulations, and APS policies.
• Establishes and maintains open lines of communication with students and parents concerning students' academic, social, and behavioral progress.
• Assists school personnel in complying with required timelines for reevaluations and annual IEP reviews.
• Follows up on any referrals for related service evaluations.
• Assists with all parts of the IEP development that include the following: writing IEP and/or typing IEP on an electronic IEP form.
• Training school staff on IEP requirements.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE:

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

• Master's degree
• Level 3 teacher
• Minimum five years teaching experience
• Knowledge of special education laws and regulations
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing
• Strong organizational skills
• Technology experience
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong facilitation skills

• Interpersonal skills with diverse populations in-person and on the telephone.
• Knowledge of District policies on immunization, medication, first aid, emergencies and child abuse/neglect.
• Ability to meet deadlines, work on multiple projects and coordinate the work of others.
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with students, parents, community members and staff.
• Knowledge of all laws, regulations and guidelines affecting teachers and students.
• Knowledge of effective classroom management techniques.
• Proficient computer software skills.
• Knowledge of special needs populations.
• Knowledge of IDEA and State and Federal requirements for IEP development

REQUIREMENTS:

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Education.
• Current New Mexico teaching license in Special Education.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Contact: Deb Garrison at garrison_deb@aps.edu
APPLY TO:

APPLY ONLINE: WWW.APS.EDU, APS Jobs, Certified Application.

In addition to providing supporting documents to meet the position requirements, you must also submit an updated cover letter & resume.

ADDITIONAL INFO:
SALARY: Schedule A
DAYS: 190
HOURS: 6.5
START DATE: 08/01/2024
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