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ABOUT THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Before you begin, please read the position description below carefully and review our application instructions. Be sure your application reflects experience and education to meet any minimum qualifications listed on the job description. Once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes. More details about application requirements are found below.
Please note that application submission will be available only through 11:59 PM on the date prior to the indicated end date. If no end date is indicated, the posting will remain open indefinitely.
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DESCRIPTION
Working under the direction of the Instructional Facilitator of Comprehensive Coordinated Early Intervention Services (CCEIS) and in collaboration with the office of Special Education Compliance, the Special Education Resource Teacher of CCEIS will support the implementation of a systematic plan to reduce disproportionality in special education and assist the Department of Special Education (DSE) with providing focused school team support on special education evaluation/identification processes, IEP implementation/instructional interventions, behavioral interventions, and professional learning for staff. This initiative directly supports the HCPSS mission to expand opportunities and access, remove barriers, and foster an inclusive environment for all students.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must meet all qualifications below to be considered for the vacancy.
Education:
Certification/Licensure:
Priority will be given to applicants who:
Applicants may be considered who:
Experience:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Experience:
ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
The below list is a summary of the functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The below list is a summary of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for success in this position, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Complete applications must be submitted, and once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Supplemental Application Questions
This position requires applicants to provide responses to the below supplemental application questions to determine whether you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications. Please upload your responses in a separate file to the supplemental application questions section of the application.
1. Please describe your experience working with students with a variety of mild/moderate disabilities (e.g., Learning Disabilities) including case management and facilitating IEP team meetings. In your response, cite the employers and date range(s) for each experience. If you do not have this experience, please respond N/A.
2. Please describe your recent leadership duties, responsibilities, experience, and/or roles (e.g., Instructional Team Leader, School Improvement Team, school-based committees). In your response, cite the employers and date range(s) for each experience. If you do not have this experience, please respond N/A.
3. Please describe your experience working as a special education teacher. In your response, cite the employers and date range(s) for each experience. If you do not have this experience, please respond N/A.
4. Please describe your experience with instructional strategies/methodologies, assessment instruments, and other techniques. In your response, cite the employers and date range(s) for each experience. If you do not have this experience, please respond N/A.
5. Please describe your experience designing and leading professional learning. In your response, cite the employers and date range(s) for each experience. If you do not have this experience, please respond N/A.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be included in further evaluation. Interviews will be limited to those applicants who, in addition to meeting the basic requirements, have experience and education which most closely match the position qualifications and the needs of the school system.
EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION
Compensation
This is an 11-month per year position in the Howard County Educators Association (HCEA) employee bargaining unit. The current salary ranges for this position are on the 11-Month Teacher salary scale. Actual placement will be in accordance with the salary procedures of the Howard County Public School System and the HCEA Master Agreement which considers education and relevant prior experience. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, this position is exempt from overtime.
Telework Program
Under the HCPSS Telework Program, this position is eligible for telework up to one day per week. Telework schedules will be determined by the department and/or supervisor.
Retirement
Membership in the Maryland State Retirement Agency (MSRA) pension plan is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria defined in the State Personnel and Pensions Article and the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR). A qualifying employee cannot reject membership, nor can an ineligible employee elect membership. The annual contribution to the pension plan will be 7% of an employee’s annual salary.
Benefits
HCPSS offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees. Information about additional benefits such as paid time off can be found in the negotiated agreement for employees in this bargaining unit.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Professional references will be contacted prior to any offer of employment. Recommended candidates will be required to provide references from current and recent supervisors.
All employees, regular and temporary, must be fingerprinted, have a criminal background investigation completed, and successfully complete the Maryland Employment History Review, pursuant to Section 6-113.2 of the Education Article, Annotated Code of Maryland. In addition, some positions will require completion of a physical examination and/or drug testing.
Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the United States. HCPSS participates in E-Verify and does not offer employee sponsorship.
For questions regarding this posting, please contact Philip Wentt (philip_wentt@hcpss.org.)
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
To request an accommodation during the application or interview process due to a documented disability, please email humanresources@hcpss.org.
HCPSS celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any kind. HCPSS is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees in providing them with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at HCPSS are based on organizational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, veteran status or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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