JOB SUMMARY
Performs screening and comprehensive developmental evaluations of children aged three to five suspected of having a disability as defined by Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEIA). Work involves the administration of tests, assessing student performance from a variety of means. Counsels with parents, teachers, and administration. Conducts conferences, completes reports and collects relevant data.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administers pre-academic assessments utilizing all pertinent resources such as observations of parents and preschool teachers or direct assessment of children. Analyze and interpret results of tests, provides input in the development of Individualized Education Programs (IEP), and assist in placement recommendations while considering the least restrictive environment.
• Utilize normative data and analyze test findings in the interpretation of diagnostic data. Prepare written assessment reports for students summarizing significant findings. Develop and coordinate an evaluation schedule for students recommended for assessment through the IEP process.
• Conducts follow-up conferences with parents and school staff regarding recommendations for further action(s). Partners with the school-based and multi-disciplinary evaluation team as needed.
• Maintains accurate and current records on each student served. Complies with AACPS policies, procedures and guidelines established by the Division of Special Education.
• Maintains data including, but not limited to, the number of students assessed, placed into special education, and other related data.
• Assists in implementing collaborative activities with other professionals.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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 abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in applicable field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required.

Experience

• Two (2) years successful teaching experience at the special education, preschool level required.
• Two (2) years successful experience administering and interpreting informal and formal assessments appropriate for preschool children required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of Individual Education Programs (IEP).
• Knowledge of Special Education instructional diagnostic techniques.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to use specialized assessment and data analysis software.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).

Language Requirements

• Bilingual in English and targeted second language if assigned to bilingual program required.
• Biliterate in English and targeted second language if assigned to bilingual program required.
• Otherwise, bilingual and biliterate in English and targeted second language preferred.

Licenses and Certifications
Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• Hold or be eligible for required.
• Hold or be eligible for Special Education Certificate issued by Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) required.
• Hold or be eligible for Driver's License (DL) Class C Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required.
• Daily access to reliable transportation.

Driving Requirements

• N/A

LEADERSHIP ROLE

• N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands and working conditions 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.

Physical Demands

• Standing: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Walking: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Driving: under 1/3 percent of the time
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision
The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• No special vision requirements

Work Environment
Location

• Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time

Noise Level

• Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time

Weight & Force
Lifting and carrying requirements

• None:

Travel Requirements

• 10% day travel within the county

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VR#24204