Openings as of 4/10/2025
Special Education

ARD Facilitator

JobID: 1032

Position Type:
  Special Education/ARD Facilitator


Date Posted:
  3/27/2025


Location:
  Special Education


Date Available:
  2025-2026 School Year


Closing Date:
  Until Filled


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Primary Purpose:
Responsible for facilitating ARD meetings and assisting in the development of the students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and completion of required ARD paperwork on the Campus assigned to.  Communicates with campus staff and parents before and after ARD Committee meetings in ARD preparation/follow-up activities.
 
Qualifications:
         Education/Certification:
• Bachelor’s degree
• Valid Teaching Certificate 
 
         Special Knowledge/Skills:
• Communicate with colleagues on a regular basis
• Strive to maintain and improve professional competence
• Interact with parents
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal requirements for educating students with disabilities
• Good attention to detail

         Experience:
• Prefer 3 years of teaching experience in Special Education
 
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: 
Program Management
1.       Schedules or assist in scheduling ARD meetings and assist with establishing an agenda, setting the time allotted for the meeting, and establishing a set of guidelines for the meeting.
2.       Facilitate ARD committee discussions using facilitation techniques to help the committee members communicate and collaborate effectively. Ensure each committee member has an opportunity to participate, resolve disagreements that arise, and keep the committee on task.
3.       Ensure federal and state timelines are met with respect to functions of the ARD committee meetings.
4.       Implement and maintain systematic communication between special and general education personnel with respect to ARD meetings and decisions, Individual Education Plans (IEPs), student accommodations, and instructional concerns and progress.
5.       Support student achievement ensuring delivery of special education curriculum and instruction according to the IEP of individual students.
6.       Ensure student progress is evaluated on a regular, systematic basis, and findings are used to make decisions to improve program effectiveness as it relates to specific student needs. Offer and implement changes when warranted.
7.       Collaborate with teacher to address student achievement deficiencies focusing resources, materials, and technology to promote satisfactory classroom performance. Encourage and support the development of innovative instructional programs.
8.       Assist in monitoring the instructional process to ensure program activities are aligned with desired outcomes and IEP.
Instructional Support
9.     Support the district’s student management policies and expectations for student behaviors related to the special education program.
10.   Use coaching skills to support staff, build capacity, and provide technical assistance.
11.   Provide orientation to new staff on procedures for effective implementation of the campus ARD process.
Communication and Community Relations
12.   Establish and maintain a positive relationship with principals, teachers, staff, and parents by supporting innovation and efforts in educating students with disabilities.
13.   Serve as parent liaison in matters pertaining to student assessment, program eligibility, and IEPs.
14.   Articulate the district’s mission and goals in the area of special education and solicit support in realizing the mission.
Policy, Reports, and Law
15.   Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.
16.   Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in the area of special education. Make recommendations to improve program effectiveness.
Other
17.   Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures

 
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None
 
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds)
Environment: Occasional districtwide and statewide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress 
                                                                     
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

 




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Openings as of 4/10/2025
Special Education

Director of Special Education

JobID: 1029

Position Type:
  Special Education/Director


Date Posted:
  3/27/2025


Location:
  Special Education


Date Available:
  05/01/2025


Closing Date:
  04/18/2025


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Primary Purpose:
Direct and manage the district’s special education program. Ensure that services are provided for special needs students and individualized education plans are provided to meet the needs of all students including Dyslexia plans and Section 504 plans. Warrant compliance with all state, federal, and local requirements. 
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Master’s degree
Valid Texas Education Certificate
 
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of federal and state special education law
Understanding of the individual needs of special needs students
Ability to communicate with all levels of special needs students and their parents
Ability to implement policy and procedures
Ability to interpret data
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
 
Experience:
5 years teaching experience in special education
2 years experience in a campus/district leadership position
 
Salary Information:
Pay Grade:  S8 ($88,118-$121,686)
Days:  226 (12-Month)
Wage Status:  Exempt
Reports to:  Superintendent
 
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
 
Instructional and Program Management
 
1. Oversee the development and delivery of special education curriculum and instructional programs that incorporate district goals and support student achievement. Ensure that curriculum renewal is continuous and responsive to student needs.
2. Develop and implement an effective special education referral process and ensure that student assessments and recommendations regarding placement and program management for individual students are completed in a timely manner.
3. Monitor the admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) process districtwide. Participate in committee meetings as needed to ensure that students are placed appropriately and development of individual education plans for students are consistent with district procedures. Ensure that student progress is evaluated on a systematic basis.
4. Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to gauge special education program effectiveness. Make changes when warranted.
5. Ensure that the necessary time, resources, materials, and technology to support accomplish educational goals are available. Encourage and support the development of innovative instructional programs.
6. Direct transition services for special education students entering and exiting public school programs.
7. Take an active role in the formulating and implementing contracts for special education students receiving services outside of the district.
8. Encourage and support the development of innovative instructional programs, helping teachers to pilot such efforts when appropriate.
9. Ensure the use of technology in the teaching-learning process.
 
Student Management
 
10. Demonstrate support for the district’s student management policies and expected student behavior related to special education program.
 
Policy, Reports, and Law
 
11. Implement the policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in area of special education. Recommend sound policies and procedures to improve program.
12. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
13. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
 
Budget and Inventory
 
14. Develop and administer the special education budget based on documented needs and ensure that operations are cost effective and funds are managed wisely.
15. Compile budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs.
16. Maintain a current inventory of supplies and equipment and recommend the replacement and disposal of equipment when necessary.
17. Approve and forward purchase orders for special education department to accounting department.
 
Personnel Management
 
18. Prepare, review, and revise job descriptions in special education department.
19. Select, train, supervise, and evaluate staff and make recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
20. Develop training options and/or improvements plans to ensure exemplary operations in the special education area.
21. Participate in the recruitment, selection and training of personnel and make sound recommendations relative to personnel placement, assignment, retention, discipline and dismissal.
 
Communication and Community Relations
 
22. Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with principals, teachers, staff, parents, and community members.
23. Serve as district liaison to community agencies providing services to students and notify parents and students of available services.
24. Articulate the district’s mission and goals in the area of special education to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.
25. Demonstrate awareness of district-community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs.
26. Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
 
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of special education support staff. 
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: Frequent districtwide travel; occasional statewide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
 
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
 




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Openings as of 4/10/2025
Special Education

Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP)

JobID: 1037

Position Type:
  Special Education/Licensed Specialist in School Psychology


Date Posted:
  3/27/2025


Location:
  Special Education


Date Available:
  2025-2026 School Year


Closing Date:
  Until Filled


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PRIMARY PURPOSE: 
Perform professional psychological work in assessment, behavior management, and counseling for students with emotional disabilities, learning disabilities, and behavioral problems. Assess the psychological and psycho-educational needs of students referred to special education services.

QUALIFICATIONS: 
Education/Certification:
Master's Degree in Psychology or Related Field 
Valid Texas License as a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology granted by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologist 
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of procedures for assessing achievement and intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functioning for educational purposes
Knowledge of prevention and intervention strategies, including behavior management interventions
Knowledge of psycho-social development
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience:
Prior Experience-Preferred 
SALARY RANGE: 
S4 -Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (197 Days) 
$59,937-$82,770 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: 
Assessment:
1. Select and administer assessments and observations to evaluate the intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functioning of referred students. Determine student eligibility for special education services according to federal and state regulations.
2. Develop psychological evaluation reports and behavior management plans.
3. Conduct or participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with appropriate placement and development of Individual Education Plans (IEP) for students according to district procedures.
4. May serve as case manager and implement the special education assessment process for students on assigned campuses.
Consultation:
1. Meet with parents to discuss pertinent background information and test results. Conduct group, individual, and family counseling sessions and facilitative therapy for students with diagnosed problems.
2. Consult with teachers and relevant staff concerning the educational needs of students, interpretation of assessment data, and implementation of behavior intervention plans in managing disruptive students.
3. Consult with psychologists, psychiatrists, medical doctors, and community agencies concerning intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functioning of students as needed.
4. Present staff development training in assigned schools to enable school personnel to identify and work more effectively with students with emotional, social, and behavioral disturbances.
Program Management:
1. Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of psychological services and assessment procedures and make changes based on findings.
2. Participate in the selection of assessment materials and equipment.
3. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required, including case records, test results, statistical data, and test inventories.
4. Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy. Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations.
5. May provide clinical supervision to intern or trainee.
Other:
1. Follow district safety protocols and emerency procedures.
 
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals
Posture: Frequent sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension
Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds), occasional heaving lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint; assisting nonambulatory students
Environment: Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases; may require districtwide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

 




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Openings as of 4/10/2025
Special Education

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

JobID: 1033

Position Type:
  Special Education/Speech Language Pathologist


Date Posted:
  3/27/2025


Location:
  Special Education


Date Available:
  2025-2026 School Year


Closing Date:
  Until Filled


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Primary Purpose:
Plan and provide speech-language pathology services to students with speech, voice, or language disorders. Assess students and provide therapeutic intervention to eliminate or reduce problems or impairments that interfere with their students’ ability to derive full benefit from the educational program. 
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited college or university
Valid Texas license as a speech-language pathologist granted by the State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (SBESLPA) or Bachelor’s degree and valid Texas Education Agency speech therapy certificate
 
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to use the accepted tests and measurements to assess communication disorders and conditions
Knowledge of evaluation, habilitation, and rehabilitation of speech-language disorders and conditions
Ability to instruct and manage student behavior
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
 
Experience:
One year supervised clinical speech-language pathology experience
 
Salary Information:
Pay Grade:  S4 ($59,937-$82,770)
Days:  197
Contract Length:  10.5-month
Wage Status:  Exempt
Reports to Special Education Director
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
 
Therapy
1.             Conduct independent evaluations to assess students with speech or language disorders and conditions and provide appropriate individual and group therapy to students consistent with speech and language goals contained in Individual Education Plans (IEP). Evaluate student progress and make determination regarding therapy services.
2.             Develop clinical management strategies or procedures and diagnostic statements.
3.             Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee. Assist in interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for students with communication disorders or conditions according to district procedures. 
Consultation
4.             Consult with colleagues, students, and parents regarding the accomplishment of therapy goals, the needs of the student, and involvement in remedial process.
5.             Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom activities to improve communication skills of students.
6.             Provide professional development in assigned schools to help school personnel identify and work more effectively with students with communication deficits.
Student Management
7.             Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level and interests of students.
8.             Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Program Management
9.           Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of speech-language pathology services and make changes based on the findings.
10.         Participate in the selection of equipment and instructional materials.
11.         Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other required documents.
12.         Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
13.         May supervise licensed speech-language pathology assistant(s) or speech aide(s).*
Supervisory Responsibilities:
May direct and monitor the work of speech-language pathology assistant(s) or speech aide(s).* 
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard testing equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripherals
Posture: Frequent sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension
Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds), occasional heaving lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint; assisting non-ambulatory students
Environment: Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases; may require districtwide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure 
 
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.




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Openings as of 4/10/2025
Special Education

Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA)

JobID: 1034

Position Type:
  Special Education/Speech Language Pathologist


Date Posted:
  3/27/2025


Location:
  Special Education


Date Available:
  2025-2026 School Year


Closing Date:
  Until Filled


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Primary Purpose:
 
Provide speech-language pathology services to students as directed by a supervising Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) licensed Speech-Language Pathologist or Texas Education Agency Certified Speech Therapist.
 
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s degree in communicative science and disorders
Texas license as Speech-Language Pathology Assistant granted by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)
 
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of speech-language disorders and conditions
 
Experience:
Fifty hours of clinical observation and assisting experience as required for licensure

Salary Information:
Days:  187
Salary:  S1 ($47,040-$64,960)

Reports to:  Director of Special Education
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
 
Therapy
 
1. Conduct speech, language, and hearing screening as directed by the supervising licensed speech-language pathologist.
2. Implement the treatment program or the individual education plan (IEP) as designed by the supervising licensed speech-language pathologist.
3. Conduct carry-over activities to transfer a student’s newly acquired communication ability to other contexts and situations.
4. Represent speech pathology at the admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) Committee as directed by the supervising speech-language pathologist.
5. Conduct observations and prepare clinical materials.
 
Consultation
 
6. Work with classroom teachers to implement classroom activities to improve communication skills of students.
 
Student Management
 
7. Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for maturity level and interests of students.
8. Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
 
Program Management
 
9. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required including maintaining clinical records in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations.
10. Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
Other
11. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
 
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None 
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard testing equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripherals
Posture: Frequent sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension
Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds), occasional heaving lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint; assisting non-ambulatory students
Environment: Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases; may require district-wide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure 
 
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
 




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