Position Title: IEP Facilitator

Reports to: Director of Special Education

FLSA Designation: Non-exempt

Calendar: 9 or 10 month

SUMMARY: Implements the Special Education Individualized Education Program (IEP) process. Support the Special Education Teacher by preparing for IEP meetings at assigned campuses by scheduling meetings and completing drafts of all required documentation in the development and completion of Individual Education Plans (IEP). Maintain student records and work collaboratively with other staff members to develop plans for services for students with special needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned by supervisor.

• The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties and responsibilities noted herein; however, this list represents examples only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

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    Maintain a commitment to the District mission; model District expectations and actively support the efforts of others to achieve District goals.
  • Utilize effective communication and collaboration skills between and among various areas of the organization to maximize service delivery and program development.
  • Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills in relating to staff, the administrators, the students, parents and community members.
  • Ensure that timeline requirements are met for all students regarding annual IEPs, Notification of Meetings, and maintain appropriate documentation of the IEP process.
  • Collect and organize relevant data from student’s educational records, classroom teachers(s), principal and other administrators, support staff, parents, and outside resources;
  • Consult parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant individuals concerning the educational needs of students to enhance facilitation of educational programs.
  • Coordinate with all parties and prepare draft documentation for students’ IEPs according to District procedures, state and federal guidelines.
  • Positively represent Glenpool Public Schools and the District administration at public venues
  • Develop and maintain systems for retrieval of information in support of all programs; compile, maintain, file, and secure all physical and computerized reports, records, and other required documents.
  • Maintain confidentiality in communication, both written and verbal. Maintain written documentation and records using the locked and secured district procedures and ensure that any written documentation and records does not leave the district.
  • Pursue professional development activities for self and assigned staff; ensure that professional development activities are aligned with district goals and initiatives and current professional research.
  • Participate in in Special Education meetings, campus committees, etc. as requested by supervisor.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES: None

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: HS diploma or GED

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: None

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all District requirements and Board of Education policies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demanded described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

“While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee must be able to push items of 50 pounds, such as pushing children on a bike or moving/rearranging furniture. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.”

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

“The employee is continuously responsible for the safety, well-being and work output of students. The noise level in this environment is usually loud at a standard acceptable level for this environment.”