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Summary Description
Under the supervision of school administration, provides leadership to the special education department or program within high schools. Serves as the liaison to the Division of School-Based Special Education Services. Supports special education classroom teachers in the instructional program and planning for appropriate learning experiences for students with disabilities. Serves as an instructional role model, supports the development of a professional learning community within the department and the school, observes and analyzes instructional practices related to teacher professional growth and evaluation. Physical Demands: As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job. Special Requirements: Required to attend school meetings, programs, and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by the Montgomery County Education Association agreement. Program Specialists employed in special education schools or discrete special education service models are required to successfully complete specific courses provided by MCPS. The courses are designed to meet the needs of students with disabilities, particularly courses in behavioral management which include nonviolent crisis interventions. Program specialists in these identified schools and programs will be required to support behavioral interventions.
Summary Description
Under the supervision of school administration, provides leadership to the special education department or program within high schools. Serves as the liaison to the Division of School-Based Special Education Services. Supports special education classroom teachers in the instructional program and planning for appropriate learning experiences for students with disabilities. Serves as an instructional role model, supports the development of a professional learning community within the department and the school, observes and analyzes instructional practices related to teacher professional growth and evaluation. Physical Demands: As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job. Special Requirements: Required to attend school meetings, programs, and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by the Montgomery County Education Association agreement. Program Specialists employed in special education schools or discrete special education service models are required to successfully complete specific courses provided by MCPS. The courses are designed to meet the needs of students with disabilities, particularly courses in behavioral management which include nonviolent crisis interventions. Program specialists in these identified schools and programs will be required to support behavioral interventions.
Job Specific Information
MCEA: The wage range for this position is a salary between 50% of $62,558 and $127,334 based on education and experience. For information about benefits, please follow the link below. Special Education
Organization
Albert Einstein High School
Primary Location
Kensington
Schedule
Part-time
Working Months
10
Shift
Day Job
Job Posting
May 20, 2025, 7:35:37 PM
Knowledge Skills Abilities
Knowledge of the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) curriculum, learning theory, differentiated instruction, data collection, and research-based instructional practices. Thorough knowledge of the MCPS special education program, Individualized Education Program (IEP), Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA 2015), Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA 2004), and state and federal policies related to special education. Ability to work well with students with disabilities, teachers, other professionals, administrators, and parents/guardians of students with disabilities. Ability to appropriately adapt instructional programs and materials to meet the needs of students with disabilities. Ability to work effectively with adults in a PLC, observe and analyze teaching skills, and assess delivery of curriculum to students with disabilities, current in best instructional practices, collaborates with all aspects of the school community and DSES. Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills. Knowledge of and the ability to apply the six performance standards established for the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) Teacher Professional Growth System (TPGS).
Education Training Experience
Masters degree or Master^s equivalency from an accredited college or university in special education, guidance, general education, educational administration and supervision, or a related field. Certification in a secondary content area is desirable. Three years or more of successful classroom experience as a special education teacher working with students with varying special instructional needs. Two distinctly different special education teaching experiences preferred. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.Certificate License:Meets Maryland State Department of Education certification requirements for an Advanced Professional Certificate (APC) in special education.
Seniority level
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Mid-Senior level
Employment type
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Part-time
Job function
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Other
* Industries
Primary and Secondary Education
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