Staff Associate - Special Education Supports

Baltimore, MD, United States

Provides technical support to the Office of Special Education related to the provision of Individual Education Programs (IEP)-mandated special education and related services. Ensures compliance with all Special Education regulations related to transportation and discipline.

Essential Functions

Manages the placement of all one-on-one and classroom aides for Special Education programs and students throughout the district.

Recommends courses of action related to aide placements that will best facilitate the delivery of special education services.

Develops and maintains an effective rapport with Special Education services vendors.

Creates and delivers professional development regarding processes and best use of Special Education aides.

Utilizes knowledge of IEPs and the IEP process to effectively determine appropriate aide usage.

Maintains the aide's database and works with application developers on an ongoing basis to implement tools which will facilitate smoother deployment of aides and improved tracking of special education service delivery.

Assists in the processing of special education vendors invoicing and apply specialized knowledge to verify service delivery.

Conducts audits, inspections and investigations related to special education services.

Implements cost forecasting using accepted financial models and identify problems quickly to provide remedies.

Creates purchase orders and interacts with the Procurement Office on a frequent basis to ensure no interruptions in vendor payments.

Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board policies and the professional standards.

COMPETENCIES

Customer Focus - Commits to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external stakeholders; acts with stakeholders in mind; values importance of providing high-quality customer service.

Interpersonal Skills - Builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact to diffuse tense situations; can put others at ease and disarm hostility.

Managing Relationships - Responds and relates well to people in all positions; is seen as a team player and is cooperative; looks for common ground and solves problems for the good of all.

Functional/Technical Skills - Possesses required functional and technical knowledge and skill to accomplish job tasks at a high level; demonstrates active interest and ability to enhance and apply new functional skills.

Maximum Salary

89405.00

Minimum Salary

72252.00

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in education, business, management, public administration or related field. Degree must be from an accredited college or institution.

Three years of administration experience in education or related field (special education, specialized services and/or alternative programs, preferred).

Exceptional verbal and written communications skills including the ability to make effective presentations to diverse audiences.

Interpersonal skills that ensure effective teambuilding.

Strong organizational skills.

Ability to work effectively in a high pressure, deadline regulated atmosphere.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

Proficient in the use of technical computer applications including Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and excel.

Ability to analyze and interpret data and make programmatic recommendations and/or decisions aligned to best practices and district priorities.

Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, high pressure atmosphere in which there are multiple short and long term tasks.

Ability to think strategically and manage programs and partnerships.

Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including staff and partners, community and business agencies; federal, state and local officials.

Full time or Part time

Full time

Additional Details

Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:

Completed online application

Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.

Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications

Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number

All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application

All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application

Benefits -- This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link: http://www.baltimorecityschools.org

Baltimore City Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry or national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in its employment, programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. For inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies, please contact Equal Opportunity Manager, Title IX Coordinator Equal Employment Opportunity and Title IX Compliance Office 200 E. North Avenue, Room 208 Baltimore, MD 21202; 410-396-8542 (phone); 410-396-2955 (fax).

This position is affiliated with the Paraprofessionals and School Related Personnel (PSRP) bargaining unit.

This position is affiliated with the City Retirement Plan.

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