Non-Public Instructional Specialist in the Office of Teaching and Learning

Non-Public Instructional Specialist 
Terms of Employment: 12-month
Exemption Status: Exempt
Salary Scale: EACC, A2, ISPE
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OVERVIEW
The Non-Public Instructional Specialist serves as the liaison between Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) and approved non-public educational programs serving students with disabilities. The position coordinates non-public referrals and placements, facilitates Individualized Education Program (IEP) processes, monitors program implementation and compliance, supports families and school-based teams, and ensures the delivery of special education services in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
•    Master’s degree required. 
•    Minimum of five (5) years of successful teaching experience required. 
•    Minimum of three (3) years of successful experience in special education required. 
•    Experience working in a non-public school setting preferred. 
•    Administrator I certification preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS
•    Demonstrated expertise in special education programming and service delivery. 
•    Knowledge of educational assessment administration and interpretation. 
•    Knowledge of instructional best practices and evidence-based instructional methodologies. 
•    Knowledge of IEP development, implementation, and monitoring. 
•    Knowledge of federal, state, and local special education regulations, including IDEA and COMAR. 
•    Experience utilizing the Maryland Online IEP (MOIEP) system. 
•    Demonstrated leadership, organizational, planning, interpersonal, and communication skills. 
•    Ability to collaborate effectively with staff, families, agencies, and community partners.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
•    Serves as the primary liaison between CCPS and approved non-public schools serving students with disabilities. 
•    Coordinates referrals, placements, and ongoing program oversight for students attending non-public schools and residential treatment centers. 
•    Serves as the Local School System representative in matters involving student placement, program implementation, transportation, disciplinary actions, parent concerns, and related services. 
•    Facilitates and chairs the IEP meetings for students referred to or placed in non-public programs and supports school-based teams throughout the IEP process. 
•    Serves as case manager for students placed in non-public schools, residential treatment centers, and students residing in Charles County whose placements are funded by other jurisdictions. 
•    Ensures implementation of special education and related services in accordance with student IEPs and applicable legal requirements. 
•    Monitors compliance with IDEA, COMAR, MSDE regulations, and local procedures related to non-public placements and services. 
•    Maintains oversight of student records and ensures appropriate access to educational information through the Maryland Online IEP system. 
•    Conducts student observations, educational assessments, and program reviews to evaluate student progress and placement effectiveness. 
•    Coordinates annual reviews, reevaluations, transition planning, and other required meetings with families, school personnel, non-public providers, and community agencies. 
•    Collaborates with Student Services, Transportation, Procurement, Finance, and other departments to support student services and program operations. 
•    Monitors student attendance, academic progress, graduation requirements, and transcript verification. 
•    Provides technical assistance and professional development related to special education compliance, IEP development, assessment practices, instructional strategies, and behavioral supports. 
•    Investigates and resolves concerns involving students, families, and non-public providers and provides follow-up to appropriate stakeholders. 
•    Participates in MSDE monitoring activities, technical assistance workgroups, accreditation reviews, and other state-level initiatives. 
•    Assists with development and monitoring of contracts, expenditures, financial reports, and budget activities associated with non-public placements. 
•    Maintains accurate records, prepares required reports, and utilizes technology to support in-person, virtual, and hybrid meetings. 
•    Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education and Director of Compliance.

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