FALL RIVER PUBLIC SCHOOLS

DEPARTMENT OF SPECIAL EDUCATION

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The Superintendent of Schools announces the following position within the Fall River Public Schools:

POSITION:   TEACHER LIAISON/TEAM FACILITATOR

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Appropriate Massachusetts Licensure
2. BA and/or MA degree

REPORTS TO:         Special Education Supervisor

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Upon directions of Supervisor Team Facilitators:

1. Assist/Support School Team in regard to individual student evaluations.
2. Chair team meetings, take notes and document folder.
• strive for least restrictive prototype
• make suggestion for modifications to regular program
• develop lists re: needs for follow ups
• discuss procedural rights with parents
• be available to parents for any follow up
• be aware of reading approaches and programs in all subject areas
• support parents in making program choices for their special needs children
3. Write initial evaluations and profiles and document pertinent current level information; pass on to appropriate staff.  Collect all parts of IEP within mandated time lines
• organize folders after use
• assist staff with compliance and other relevant issues
• arrange for follow-up meetings as needed with receiving personnel
4. Remain current with Federal, State regulations and assist Supervisor with compliance and technical issues
5. Facilitate communication among onsite school staff and administrators
6. Assist parents and staff during transition process for alternative placements
7. Review IEPs prior to delivery to supervisor
8. Support change process in Special Education
9. Assist school staff in understanding eligibility guidelines and setting up Intervention Teams
10. Special projects as directed by Special Needs Supervisory Staff
11. Perform any and all tasks deemed necessary by Special Education administrative staff.

SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: In accordance with Fall River Educators’ Association Contract.  Employment is contingent upon job performance, program needs, and funding.

TEACHER LIAISON/TEAM FACILITATOR

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