What are the responsibilities and job description for the ARD Facilitator position at Academy Independent School District?
Job Title: ARD Facilitator Exempt Status: Exempt/Professional
Reports to: Director of Special Programs Date Revised: April 2025
Dept/School: District Wide Pay Grade/Days: PR2
Primary Function: Under the direction of the Director of Special Programs, implements the SPED ARD/IEP and 504 processes. Collaborates with other professionals and parents in the ARD/504 process. Works cooperatively with instructional personnel to provide the most appropriate programs for students with disabilities.
Responsibilities/Duties:
*Program Management
*Conducts classroom observations
*Schedules, facilitates and participates in the Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) Committees and 504 Committee Meetings on assigned campuses for students according to district procedures
*Provides staff development training to assist school personnel in implementation of special education compliance standards *Assists classroom teachers with the implementation of IEP's and 504 accommodations
*Consults with parents concerning the educational needs of students
*Compiles, maintains and files all reports, records and other documents required
*Complies with and educates campus staff in areas related to policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, the local board policy in the area of assessment, placement and planning for special education services and the local special education operating guidelines
*Complies with all district and local campus routines and regulations Professional Growth and Development
*Develops needed professional skills appropriate to job assignment
*Keeps current on changes in special education law policies, procedures, and local operating guidelines School/Community Relations
*Articulates the District's mission and goals in the area of assessment services to the community and solicits support in realizing the mission
*Demonstrates awareness of school-community needs and initiates activities to meet those identified needs
*Demonstrates the use of appropriate and effective techniques for community and parent involvement Other
*Demonstrates behavior that is professional, ethical and responsible
*Serves as a role model for all district staff
*Participates in approved professional development opportunities
*Performs other duties as assigned
Knowledge and Abilities: Knowledge of:
*ARD procedures, education of special education students, IEP development and implementation
*504 and other special program (TELPAS, etc) procedures and implementation
*Oral and written communication skills
*Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
*Operation of a computer and assigned software Ability to:
*Travel to multiple work locations
*Work independently with little direction
*Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
*Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
*Maintain regular and consistent attendance
*Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
*Meet schedules and time lines
*Plan and organize work
Education/Licenses/Experience:
Valid Texas teaching certificate. Three years teaching experience required, experience teaching special education preferred.
Working Conditions: Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Frequent walking, standing, bending/stooping, reaching, pushing/pulling, and twisting; repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse and technology hardware; frequent reaching; occasionally work irregular hours and prolonged hours; regular district-wide travel. Lifting/carrying – Lifting 15-44 pounds; frequent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, stooping/crouching/kneeling, pulling/pushing, reaching; repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer
