11-Month Teacher Specialist - Special Ed (CSP Focus)
Harford County Public Schools, Bel Air, MD, United States
11-Month Teacher Specialist - Special Ed (CSP Focus)
Location: Harford, United States (On-site)
Job Description
To provide leadership, technical assistance, and support to special educators and general educators in meeting federal and state requirements, adapting curriculum, and designing and implementing specialized techniques to meet the needs of students with disabilities and struggling learners.
This is an 11-month Teacher Specialist position; requires 20 additional duty days beyond the identified 190 teacher calendar days. Teacher Specialists are required to work one additional hour per day beyond the teacher schedule. Position is eligible for the Teacher Specialist stipend.
Responsibilities
Assists with development and implementation of specialized education programs for students with disabilities and struggling learners.
Provides support and technical assistance to special education teachers and staff to enable them to develop and implement Individual Education Programs for students with disabilities.
Provides modeling and support to school personnel related to the design and implementation of specially designed instruction.
Provides technical assistance on special education policies, processes, and procedures and on the implementation of IDEA.
Provides support and consultation on the Maryland On-Line IEP Program (MDOIEP) and participates in Individual Education Program (IEP) Team meetings, as appropriate.
Designs professional learning experiences for school personnel aligned with district and school initiatives, with an emphasis on promoting inclusive practices.
Supports the formation and progress monitoring of Tier 2 and 3 intervention groups.
Recommends and models, as appropriate, the use of evidence based instructional practices, high-quality instructional materials, technology, and high leverage teaching strategies.
Supports school personnel in monitoring for compliance with State and federal mandates.
Facilitates the transition of students with disabilities between school levels.
Collaborates with school-based Instructional Leadership Team (ILT) and School Performance and Achievement (SPA) Team on strategies and initiatives aimed at improving student outcomes.
Works with the Special Education Coordinators and data managers to generate data reports on student progress and compliance.
Performs assessments, including assessments designed to measure student achievement, to assist in identifying educational disabilities and areas of need.
Supports the creation and implementation of data collection systems to reflect student performance and to monitor progress.
Demonstrates active leadership and models appropriate judgment as part of the school-based Instructional Leadership Team.
Performs other work-related duties as assigned by the Department of Special Education.
Salary and Benefits
Salary —This is an eleven-month position. Salary range based on the FY 2025-2026 HCEA Salary Schedule for Certificated Teacher Personnel. Starting Salary: $67,678– Maximum Earnings Potential $123,027. Certificated Teacher personnel are eligible to receive a $2,376 first-year stipend. HCPS offers an expansive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, retirement savings, pension, paid time off, and more.
Qualifications
Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
Must hold or be eligible for a Maryland Advanced Certificate or Maryland Professional License with an endorsement in Special Education.
Five years of successful teaching experience, preferably in Special Education.
Knowledge and understanding of IDEA, COMAR and State testing requirements.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Demonstration of strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Competency with Office 365, and Maryland Online IEP.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Harford County Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We adhere to the principles of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, disability, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Harford County Public Schools prohibits discrimination based on sex, race, color, national origin, religion, or any other protected characteristic in any program or activity it operates. Harford County Public Schools encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
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Location: Harford, United States (On-site)
Job Description
To provide leadership, technical assistance, and support to special educators and general educators in meeting federal and state requirements, adapting curriculum, and designing and implementing specialized techniques to meet the needs of students with disabilities and struggling learners.
This is an 11-month Teacher Specialist position; requires 20 additional duty days beyond the identified 190 teacher calendar days. Teacher Specialists are required to work one additional hour per day beyond the teacher schedule. Position is eligible for the Teacher Specialist stipend.
Responsibilities
Assists with development and implementation of specialized education programs for students with disabilities and struggling learners.
Provides support and technical assistance to special education teachers and staff to enable them to develop and implement Individual Education Programs for students with disabilities.
Provides modeling and support to school personnel related to the design and implementation of specially designed instruction.
Provides technical assistance on special education policies, processes, and procedures and on the implementation of IDEA.
Provides support and consultation on the Maryland On-Line IEP Program (MDOIEP) and participates in Individual Education Program (IEP) Team meetings, as appropriate.
Designs professional learning experiences for school personnel aligned with district and school initiatives, with an emphasis on promoting inclusive practices.
Supports the formation and progress monitoring of Tier 2 and 3 intervention groups.
Recommends and models, as appropriate, the use of evidence based instructional practices, high-quality instructional materials, technology, and high leverage teaching strategies.
Supports school personnel in monitoring for compliance with State and federal mandates.
Facilitates the transition of students with disabilities between school levels.
Collaborates with school-based Instructional Leadership Team (ILT) and School Performance and Achievement (SPA) Team on strategies and initiatives aimed at improving student outcomes.
Works with the Special Education Coordinators and data managers to generate data reports on student progress and compliance.
Performs assessments, including assessments designed to measure student achievement, to assist in identifying educational disabilities and areas of need.
Supports the creation and implementation of data collection systems to reflect student performance and to monitor progress.
Demonstrates active leadership and models appropriate judgment as part of the school-based Instructional Leadership Team.
Performs other work-related duties as assigned by the Department of Special Education.
Salary and Benefits
Salary —This is an eleven-month position. Salary range based on the FY 2025-2026 HCEA Salary Schedule for Certificated Teacher Personnel. Starting Salary: $67,678– Maximum Earnings Potential $123,027. Certificated Teacher personnel are eligible to receive a $2,376 first-year stipend. HCPS offers an expansive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, retirement savings, pension, paid time off, and more.
Qualifications
Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
Must hold or be eligible for a Maryland Advanced Certificate or Maryland Professional License with an endorsement in Special Education.
Five years of successful teaching experience, preferably in Special Education.
Knowledge and understanding of IDEA, COMAR and State testing requirements.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Demonstration of strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Competency with Office 365, and Maryland Online IEP.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Harford County Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We adhere to the principles of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, disability, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Harford County Public Schools prohibits discrimination based on sex, race, color, national origin, religion, or any other protected characteristic in any program or activity it operates. Harford County Public Schools encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
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