Special Education Lead Facilitator – Building Position Available In Benton, Arkansas

Openings as of 6/21/2025 Special Education Lead Facilitator•

Building JobID:

5427

Position Type:

Special Education Licensed/Special Education Lead Facilitator•

Building Date Posted:

6/19/2025

Location:

BPS•

Special Services Date Available:

07/30/2025 Special Education Lead Facilitator (K-12/Building) Contract
197 days Reports to Principal and Executive Director of Special Services Position Purpose
The purpose of this position is to work with the District Special Education Coordinator and Building Administration to ensure compliant practices and support effective teaching and learning for students with disabilities. Essential Functions Establish a rapport and assist parents/guardians of students with disabilities with understanding due process guidelines/paperwork/IDEA Parents Rights
Maintain accurate special education records and information
Monitor due process paperwork for accuracy and compliance
Maintain special education files electronically Monitor caseloads/numbers and per period numbers
Coordinate completion of annual parent surveys/annual special education and DESE required reports
Submit accurate High Cost/warm body counts/staffing reports
Support building administration
Assist building administration and counselors with ensuring accurate data used for class course requests and scheduling
Participate in schools crisis response teams
Assist building staff with Pre•Kindergarten transitions (Elementary School), building to building transitions and Transition Planning (Secondary School)
Work with special education staff, school counselors, district transition specialist and district curriculum specialists to ensure student schedules and groupings align with special education services, IEP goals, and transition plans
Work with special education teachers to continually review progress monitoring data and ensure data is reported in the district spreadsheet by established due dates
Collaborate with District Special Education Leadership to enlist support for teachers who need assistance in curriculum, instruction, and transition planning
Attend Sped required training/meetings
Assist with Special Education PLC Meetings
Assist building administration/testing coordinator with administration of standardized testing and alternative testing
Assist administration with development of schedules for special education paraprofessionals within the building
Support new special education teachers
Other essential duties
Assist with dissemination of information from District Special Education Office/Central Office
Provide trainings on Special Education issues including: IEPs, electronic records, accommodations/modifications, and due process compliance
Meet with District Special Education Leadership on a scheduled basis
Under the guidance and direction of the District Special Education Leadership, ensure campus staff have the instructional resources, materials and training needed for their classroom assignment
Assist campus psych examiner with MDRs, dispute resolution and behavior support
Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the School Principal, District Special Education Leadership and other Central Office Administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note:

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility. Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone. Travel Requirements
Travels to school buildings and professional meetings as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of state and federal special education laws, rules and guidelines Knowledge and skills in completing special education due process paperwork Successful special education teaching experience, preferred
Evidence of strong organizational skills
Evidence of strong oral and written communication skills
Proficient in basic computer programs (Google Suite) needed for successful job performance (others could include APSCN, TRIAND, eSchool, special education software)
Knowledge and skills in leading collaborative team meetings as part of the PLC process
Knowledge and skills in the implementation of Universal Design for Learning, Differentiated Instruction, Scaffolding, High Leverage Practices, and other inclusive supports
Successful experience in supporting and coaching adult learners Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in standard office and school building environments Certification/License
Arkansas State Certification as teacher in an area that meets the position’s essential duties and responsibilities Education
Degree in Special Education or related field; MSE/Admin preferred Experience
Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level is a plus. FLSA Status Exempt