Regional Special Education Facilitator (Northern Front Range) - Part-Time

This position is not part of the classified personnel system; applications will be accepted from Residents and Non-Residents of Colorado.
Incumbent will be required to live in and complete work for CDE within Colorado.This is a benefits-eligible part-time position.
Colorado Department of Education – What We Do
The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) provides leadership, resources, support, and accountability to the state's 178 school districts, 1,888 schools, over 53,000 teachers, and over 3,200 administrators to help them build capacity to meet the needs of the state's approximately 905,000 public school students. In addition, CDE provides structural and administrative support to the Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind and the Charter School Institute.

As the administrative arm of theState Board of Education, CDE is responsible for implementing state and federal education laws, disbursing state and federal funds, holding schools and districts accountable for performance, licensing all educators, and providing public transparency of performance and financial data.

CDE is a values-based agency that serves students, parents, and the general public by protecting public trust through ensuring adherence to laws, strong stewardship of public funds, and accountability for student performance.

CDE strives to incorporate five core values that we uphold in our work internally and externally. If you come to CDE, be prepared to incorporate Integrity, Equity, Accountability, Trust, and commitment to Service in what you do.

Why Work For CDE
The work we do is rewarding and impacts the students, families, educators, and communities across Colorado. Our leadership also promotes a culture that puts families and self-care as a priority. Along with meaningful work and an environment that puts employees first, the state also offers rich benefits that intend to make us an Employer of Choice!
The following is a summary of the benefits we offer:

• Flexible work schedules and flexible workplace options that may include flexible working hours, working from home, working in the office, and/or a hybrid working environment.
• Premier medical, dental, vision, and dependent life insurance options. All with a generous employer contribution keeping employee costs as low as possible.
• Employer-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
• Up to 160 hours of Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML).
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals.
• Retirement through the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) www.copera.org.
• Employer-paid RTD Eco Pass (certain restrictions may apply).
• Paid professional development opportunities.

A wide salary range is posted for this position, and any job offer is based upon a salary analysis to comply with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The salary analysis considers relevant experience, education, certifications, and state seniority relative to others performing substantially similar work. While most salary offers are made within the posted range, occasionally an offer is made below or above the posted range based upon this salary analysis.

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.Work Environment:

This position is full-time, federally funded (funding is expected to continue indefinitely unless otherwise indicated), and is hybrid.

• Extended hours during the evening or the weekend may be required by business needs.
• 50% of travel is requiredwithin theState of Colorado for meetings/trainings.
• Overnight travel may be required.
• Driving Required(Please see description under Conditions of Employment).
• A Remote (Home) office is required.
• Required to report to the work location per business needs.
• Essential Functions (ADAAA)
  • MEDIUM/Office-Work Site Environment:
    • Required to sit, view a computer screen, and utilize a keyboard and mouse for extended periods of time.
    • May be required to exert up to 10 lbs. of force constantly, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally to move objects (If lifting boxes, documents, mail, or packages of 10 lbs or more).
    • Required lifting, bending, stooping, pushing, walking, squatting, climbing, etc.
    • May Require exposure to inclement weather, extreme temperatures, high elevations, noise, etc.
  • DL Required:Required to safely operate a motor vehicle(OR State of Colorado Fleet motor vehicle/Colorado DL required)to complete travel requirements.
    

Position Summary:
The Regional Special Education Facilitator (Northern Front Range) is responsible for working with Administrative Units at the building level to improve outcomes for students with disabilities through the impartial facilitation of IEP meetings and other related Special Education meetings at the request of the school or the family. Facilitations are assigned regionally. This regional facilitator will cover facilitation requests in Colorado's Northern Front Range region and should reside within the area. The Special Education Facilitator will serve as a member of the Dispute Prevention and Assisted Resolution (DPAR) Workgroup and support facilitation trainings and presentations in their region as appropriate.

The final salary is anticipated to fall within the posted salary range, however, could be higher or lower depending on the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other qualifications of the preferred candidate while considering internal equity.

This position is part-time and eligible for medical benefits.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• • Participate in regularly scheduled Dispute Prevention and Assisted Resolution Workgroup meetings.
  • Complete training in established protocol for Special Education facilitation.
  • Plan, conduct, and facilitate IEP/Special Education meetings including, but not limited to:
    • Gathering input from meeting participants
    • Creating meeting agenda
    • Guiding discussion/charting during the meeting
    • Maintaining impartiality and confidentiality
    • Maintaining open communication
    • Keeping members on task and student-focused
    • Assisting in conflict resolution
  • Participate in ongoing education/training in order to train others as facilitators.
  • Participate in the evaluation process for facilitated meetings.
  • Maintains communication with AU regarding additional needs for Special Education facilitation.
  • Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or above from an accredited college or university in special education, social work, dispute resolution, or a related field.
• Five (5) to Seven (7) yearsof experience working in special education as a professional developer, trainer, teacher, special education director, or other relevant personnel.

QUALIFICATIONS AND CONDITIONS:
Qualifications for Success in the Position:

• Knowledge of the special education process and legal requirements, including recent experience in special education meetings.
• Experience with conflict management, conflict resolution skills, and practices.
• Ability to remain neutral and process focused on contentious situations.
• Experience with culturally responsive practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and organize work to accommodate and meet the changing needs of the department and critical deadlines.
• Ability to take initiative and exhibit a proactive approach to work.
• Ability to lead professional learning in a variety of settings: in-person, hybrid, virtual.
• Ability to incorporate feedback into course revision and delivery.
• Ability to demonstrate CDE’s mission, vision, and values by the consistent expression of professional, respectful, and customer service-oriented behaviors.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Office programs, specifically Excel and Word.
• Intermediate experience in virtual meeting platforms, including Zoom, Google Meets, and Teams.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as on a team.
• Ability and willingness to travel.

Preferred Qualifications (Preferred/Not Required):

• Completion of three-day Special Education Facilitator training.
• Prior experience facilitating IEP and related special education meetings.

Conditions of Employment(Required):

• Must be willing and able to submit to the pre-screening process and pass a background check.
• Ability and willingness to independently determine, obtain means, and complete required travel (50% of travel is requiredwithin theState of Colorado for meetings/trainings).
• Work extended scheduleper business needs.
• Report to work location per business needs.
  
• Valid Colorado Driver's License Required:Required to safely operate aState of Colorado Fleet Motor vehicleto complete travel requirements.
• Sign the acknowledgment form that this position is funded through federal funds and is subject to availability.
• Driving Required:To ensure the safety and efficiency of CDE operations, certain positions are designated as "Driving Required." These positions are required to safely operate a motor vehicleor aState of Colorado Fleet motor vehicle to complete the travel requirements. These positions are subject to a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and a valid driver’s license requirement if it meets the following criteria:
  • Travel Threshold: The position requires business-related travel at least 20% or more of standard working hours; AND
  • Operational Necessity:The travel requirements cannot be reasonably or efficiently met by alternative transportation (e.g., public transit, ride-sharing, or rail) due to:
    • Significant travel distances or out-of-state requirements.
    • A high frequency of stops at multiple locations throughout the workday.
    • The need to transport equipment or travel to areas where public transportation is unavailable or impractical.

Complete Applications must include:

• Completed Online Application:Required - Submitted through ourATS.
• Cover Letter:Attached as a separate document
• Resume: Attached as a separate document
• Transcript:Required if using education to meet MQs- Attached to the online application and meeting requirements as described under "College Transcripts".

College Transcripts:If you are using education to qualify, a legible copy of your official or unofficial college transcript(s) or a foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Transcripts must show the name of the school and that a degree was conferred. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or foreign credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.

**Failure to submit a complete applicationas defined above by the announcement close mayresult in your application being removed from consideration.**

** Resumes and Cover Letters WILL NOT be reviewed for minimum qualification screening.

FOR CURRENT OR FORMER EMPLOYEES OF THE STATE OF COLORADO:
Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024, any State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification’s pay range based on completed years in their current class series as of June 30.All current and former State employees must ensure that your entire work history within the State Classified System, including at Institutions of Higher Education, is indicated in your application so that your time-in-series can be calculated accurately.

Email Address:
All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via email. Include a working email address on your application; one that is checked often as time-sensitive correspondence such as exam information or notification will take place via email. Please set up your e-mail to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "info@governmentjobs.com" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam-filtered email.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, a medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

The Colorado Department of Education is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to hr@cde.state.co.us.