JOB TITLE : Resource Teacher, Compliance

REPORTS TO : Supervisor, Compliance

DEFINITION : Provides direct compliance support to IEP teams with collecting, organizing and reviewing data/documents that assist with the facilitation of effective IEP teams to ensure students with disabilities receive appropriate supports and services as identified on their individualized education program (IEP). Provides support, guidance, and consultation regarding the legal aspects of special education to ensure schools adhere to federal (IDEA) and state (COMAR) guidelines. Provides professional development to personnel supporting students with disabilities.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES :
Collaborates with members of the office of special education (OSE) and school based staff to address identified compliance school based requests to ensure that students with disabilities receive the appropriate supports and services.
Participates in the dispute complaint and resolution process.
Facilitates, monitor, and implement county-wide, targeted, and school-based professional development.
Assists in the planning and implementation of Program Reviews (PRASP), Case Reviews and the monitoring of settlement agreements.
Provides guidance to school staff in the development of high quality IEPs and the implementation of special education and related services.
Facilitates and/or participates in IEP meetings as necessary and assists with the development of Individualized Education Programs.
Provides on-site support and guidance for standardized assessments.
Collaborates with a variety of stakeholders to address school-based and student specific compliance needs.
Assists specialists and supervisors in coordinating services for Extended School Year programming.
Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education, Training and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, plus three years of successful teaching experience working with students in special education. Two years of experience with the facilitation and/or active participant in the IEP process is preferred.
Master's degree in special education or equivalent preferred.

Licenses and Certificates:
Possession of or eligibility for a Maryland Standard Professional Certificate with special education endorsement required. Advanced Professional Certificate preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of compliance with federal and state mandates including mediation and due process procedures.
Knowledge of support services and training for schools' staff, state legislation for students with disabilities, and services to students with hearing, vision, physical, speech-language, cognitive, emotional, and learning disabilities.
Demonstration of outstanding oral and written communication skills
Demonstration of strong leadership, communication, and human relations skills
Possession of technology competency (e.g., database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications); skill and experience in data analysis and application.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS :

The work of this class is generally performed both in school and office environments. Travel to schools throughout Baltimore County is required. Work includes the operation of office equipment, computers, and assistive technology devices. Limited physical activities may be required.

This document describes the duties and responsibilities of a position. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

FLSA : Exempt

Eligible for membership in the Maryland State Retirement System

This description defines the types of duties and level of difficulty of work required of this position. It shall not be held to exclude duties not mentioned nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

Application Instructions
Please 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). Each time an applicant applies to a job with BCPS, the application must be resubmitted. If an applicant started an application with BCPS in the past and at a later date decides to apply for additional positions, it is the applicant's responsibility to review the entire application and ensure that all data is up to date (for example, the applicant may need to add additional schooling or certifications, an additional work experience, or provide updated references). The applicant must remember to review the entire application each time for accuracy and submit each time for a new or different vacancy.
• 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. Applicants should notify their reference proactively to inform them they will receive a form via email through a MAILBOT email address from Baltimore County Public Schools. Applicants should also inform their reference(s) of the job they are applying to.
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment, including student teaching and internship experience, and include names, addresses, and telephone numbers of employers.
• Be sure to answer all criminal background questions. If you answer "yes" to any of the criminal background questions you must provide a written explanation. A criminal offense does not necessarily exclude an applicant from employment with BCPS. Factors such as passage of time since the offense, the nature of the violation, and the extent of rehabilitation will be taken into consideration.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (State of Maryland, Senate Bill 315, effective October 1, 1986) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $ 81.00. An identification card will be issued which must be shown prior to employment.
• 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 for all higher education must be received prior to contract signing.
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Badges and Benefits session.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board's nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937). There is a compliance officer responsible for identifying, preventing, and remedying prohibited harassment concerning students. Complaints of harassment should be directed to the executive director, Department of School Safety and Security, 9600 Pulaski Park Drive, Suite 118, Baltimore, MD 21220 (443-809-4360).

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Contact Information
Sally Barbieri
Special Education Staffing Team
6901 Charles Street, E Building
Towson, Maryland 21204
Phone: 443-809-4605
Fax: 410-296-0568
Email: sbarbieri@bcps.org