Job Category: Special EducationJob Description:Under the direction of the Special Education Supervisor, and Liaison for PS FALS, plans and provides appropriate learning experiences for students. Instructs and supervises students in a variety of campus, community, and vocational settings. Monitors and evaluates student outcomes. Performs other duties as assigned.Responsibilities:EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:Creates and collaborates with campus personnel to organize campus-wide and community activities, looks for learning and social opportunities, as well as schedules college classes. Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment.Able to work independently without the consistent supervision of an administrator on site, and without a counselor, behavior interventionist, or nurse on site.Plans and implements instructional programs that adhere to system wide goals and priorities and meet the needs, interests, and abilities of students.Prepares and documents appropriate lesson plans, based upon modified common core curricula, to teach instructional objectives.Creates an instructional environment that is conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students.Communicates standards, achievements, and individualized student goals based on student learning profiles to students and parents. Meets with students and parents.Maintains complete and accurate student academic, attendance, and disciplinary records. Monitors and assesses students' academic progressOversees the appropriate use and care of instructional materials, facilities, and equipment.Collaborates with high school IEP Team Chairs, other BCPS FALS/CALS teachers and campus instructors, parents, and community members.Attends and contributes to monthly PS FALS meetings and schedules and participates in inter-campus activities.Supervises and works collaboratively with paraeducators to support students.Supports students in creating portfolios to include resumes. Teaches students skills necessary for interviews, vocational training, travel training, and use of public transportation.Communicates and supports students and parents through the process of connecting with adult service providers.Qualifications:MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training and Experience:Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in an applicable field. Experience working with students in special education is preferred.Licenses and Certificates:Possession of a Maryland Educator Certificate appropriate to the area of assignment.ORPossession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Educator License appropriate to the area of assignment.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of the principles and practices of pedagogy. Knowledge of the principles and practices of special education including Individualized Education Programs (IEP). Knowledge of curriculum. Knowledge of effective instructional techniques. Knowledge of instructional materials and equipment. Knowledge of assistive technology.Skill in instructing special education students. Skill in classroom behavior management. Skill in preparing and implementing lesson plans. Skill in modifying curriculum for special-needs students with all disabilities including Autism. Skill in implementing IEPs and following-through with the IEP process including the completion of quarterly reports. Skill in data collection and data-based decision making. Skill in communicating with students, their parents, supervisors, campus personnel, other community members, and business owners. Knowledge of and skill in the use of databases, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications. Knowledge of and skill in the use of technology, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement instruction.Ability to maintain confidential information. Ability to incorporate differentiation of instruction to meet the needs of special education students.PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:The work of this program is performed in a variety of environments to include campus settings, community settings, and work placements. Work may require the ability to navigate the campus and travel throughout the community using public transportation.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:Requires attendance at after-school and evening meetings and events.Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States requiredGRADE: -SALARY: $60,000 - $119,000FLSA STATUS: ExemptOTHER COMPENSATION: Position may be eligible for relocation bonus, extra duty activities pay, or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement.RETIREMENT: Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.This document describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.BENEFITS: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hiring.Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees atThis document describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.Established/Revised: 05/2015, 6/2015, 8/2024Application InstructionsPlease read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Information on your resume and application must match. This information is necessary for salary determination should you receive an offer of employment.Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers, and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment. Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application may result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be the only document considered in determining your qualifications for a position.You MUST attach your unofficial transcript(s) or license(s) to your application if you are applying for a position as a teacher or position which requires Licensure/CertificationProof of Licenses, Certifications and Education:Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable only at the application stage. Official transcripts must be provided only after you have accepted a contingent offer.Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education may result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with your application.Proof of Degree Equivalency:Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from a MSDE approved Foreign Transcript Evaluation Agency. This information is located on the MSDE website atPre-Employment Requirements:All people employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.If you have military experience, you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.Official transcripts will be required upon hire and must be sent via escript/clearinghouse from your university.Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.All newly hired personnel must attend a Benefits and Retirement Orientation meeting.Additional job verification will be required for a salary credit.Contact Information:Sally Barbieri, M.Ed.Human Resource Officer Phone: 443-809-4605 Email:About Us:Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) is the 22nd largest school district in the nation and the 3rd largest in Maryland with over 21,000 employees supporting over 111,000 students. BCPS has 26 Maryland Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence and 23 National Blue Ribbon schools, 32 magnet schools and 116 magnet programs.Baltimore County Public Schools is seeking highly effective employees that will inspire, support, and prepare our students for a successful future. BCPS works to embrace all stakeholders, engage them in authentic collaboration and empower them to be a part of positive change, so our students, staff, and system will excel. We hope you will join our dynamic community! Apply to work at BCPS!
