Special Education Academic Specialist
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Job Summary
Plans, oversees, and leads projects from ideation through to completion at the direction of content/program supervisor in support of the AACP Strategic Plan throughout the year. The role encompasses all aspects of assessment, curriculum, data analysis, instruction, professional learning for all stakeholders, implementation of the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future and other local, state, and federal initiatives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Acts as a strategic and collaborative member of the Program/Content Office to communicate AACP's mission, vision, goals, and expectations for assessment, curriculum, and instruction to school staff and community. Plans, oversees, and leads program/content projects from ideation through to completion at the direction of content/program supervisor. Supports system leadership in the review, adoption, writing, and implementation of researched-based, standard-aligned programming that contains best practices for school-level implementation and planning for mastery of students. Works with school administration and teacher leaders to ensure structures for the facilitation of planning to enhance teacher capacity. Participates in local, state, and federal monitoring initiatives, including analyzing multiple measures of student achievement and performance data to evaluate program, curricular, assessment effectiveness and, adjust system resources to support on-track academic success of students. Provides professional learning for all stakeholders at the school, system, and community level to understand and model researched-based instructional best practices utilizing the lens of equity. Implements system initiatives aligned to the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future and other local, state, and federal requirements to ensure fidelity across all schools. Provides system oversight while monitoring school-level implementation to ensure fidelity of program and documentation of services as appropriate. Facilitates collaboration with internal offices from various departments and schools along with external offices and stakeholders, including local and state agencies, aligned with content/program initiatives to ensure voice, equity, and results on system initiatives. Facilitates and plans system initiatives that occur for students and staff outside of the school day (e.g., evenings, weekends, summer) ensuring logistics and instruction align with system goals. Coordinates services through outsourcing with vendors and non-profit organizations. Remains current with and models best practices in content/program area while working with local, state, and national content/program organizations to advance the work of the field. Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.
Minimum Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education Master’s degree in related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the employee to successfully perform the duties of the position. Experience Four (4) years successful classroom teaching experience required. One (1) year experience as a school-based teacher leader preferred. One (1) year experience providing professional development to adult learners preferred. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics Knowledge of school organization, curriculum, teaching techniques; current trends, research, and materials of instruction in field of specialization. Demonstrates leadership qualities as a member of an instructional staff. Ability to work effectively with grade levels, pre-K through 12, and collaborate with other disciplines to develop comprehensive programs for students. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in written form, with professional colleagues, staff, students, and parents. Demonstrates proficiency in data analysis, assessment, curriculum, instruction, building teacher capacity, and professional development methods. Ability to employ technology into instruction and professional development such as document cameras, projectors, and smart boards, etc. Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations. Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g., video/web conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).
Licenses and Certifications
Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment. Hold or be eligible for professional educator certificate/license appropriate to the assigned content area issued by Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) required. Hold or be eligible for driver’s license (DL) Class C non-commercial issued by Maryland or state of legal residence (MVA/DMV) required. Daily access to reliable transportation.
Physical Demands/Working Conditions
The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical demands
Standing: under 1/3 of the time Walking: under 1/3 of the time Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time Driving: under 1/3 of the time As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position. Vision The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more) Peripheral vision Work environment Location: Office, school, or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 of the time; Outdoor environment: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time. Exposure: Outdoor weather conditions: under 1/3 of the time Noise level: Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time Weight & Force: Lifting and carrying requirements: Up to 50 pounds: under 1/3 of the time Travel Requirements 10% daily day/night travel within the county between schools and office locations. Job Information Approved Date: 9/1/2025 Established Date: 10/1/2023 Title Code: C01622 Title: Specialist: Academic 10 Mth Alternate Title: Academic Specialist: 10 Mth Reports to Generic: Various managers Reports to Specific: Organization Division: Academics Business Unit: Department: Negotiated Agreement: Teachers Association of Anne Arundel County (TAACC) HR Job Information Unit: I Days Worked: 195 FSLA Exemption Status: Exempt Grade: TG01;TG02;TG03;TG04;TG10;TG05;TG06;TG07 Click here to view terms of employment, benefits, and salary scale. Scroll down to locate (Unit 1 - Teachers) Essential Job: Months Worked: 10 Hours Worked: 7.5 Job Family: Educational Services Sub-function: Teacher Resource VR# 26177