CONCORD COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Non-Public School Teacher of Record (20% of Full-Time) 

TYPE OF POSITION: Certified

REPORTS TO: Director of Exceptional Learners

POSITION PURPOSE:  The Non-Public School Teacher of Record provides special education case management and instructional oversight for students with disabilities who are parentally placed in non-public schools located within the geographic boundaries of Concord Community Schools. This position serves as the Local Education Agency (LEA) representative responsible for ensuring compliance with IDEA, Article 7, and district procedures related to equitable services. The Teacher of Record collaborates with non-public school personnel, families, related service providers, and district staff to support eligible students while maintaining high standards of compliance and communication.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

• Serve as the Teacher of Record for students receiving special education equitable services in non-public schools located within Concord Community Schools' district boundaries.

• Maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing special education services provided to parentally placed private school students.

• Develop, review, and revise Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), Individualized Service Plans (ISPs), or other required documentation as appropriate under IDEA and Indiana Article 7.

• Schedule, facilitate, and participate in case conferences and service plan meetings with families, non-public school personnel, and district staff.

• Collaborate with related service providers to ensure services outlined in student service plans are delivered appropriately.

• Monitor student progress toward individualized goals and collect progress monitoring data.

• Provide consultation and instructional recommendations to non-public school staff regarding accommodations, modifications, and specialized instructional strategies.

• Serve as the district liaison between Concord Community Schools and assigned non-public schools.

• Coordinate evaluation and reevaluation activities in collaboration with school psychologists, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and other multidisciplinary team members.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the district's student information system and special education management software.

• Ensure procedural safeguards, prior written notices, parental consent requirements, and required documentation are completed within established timelines.

• Assist with Child Find activities and collaborate with district staff to identify students suspected of having disabilities.

• Participate in annual consultation activities with representatives of non-public schools regarding equitable services.

• Attend required district meetings, professional development activities, and case conferences.

• Communicate effectively with parents, guardians, non-public school personnel, district staff, and outside agencies.

• Maintain confidentiality of all student information in accordance with FERPA, IDEA, and district policies.

• Support the Director of Exceptional Learners with compliance monitoring, reporting requirements, and state data collection related to non-public school services.

• Create and maintain positive working relationships with all stakeholders while promoting collaborative problem-solving.

• Travel between non-public school locations as necessary to fulfill assigned responsibilities.

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Indiana Teaching License in Special Education appropriate for assigned students.

• Demonstrated knowledge of IDEA, Indiana Article 7, Section 504, FERPA, and regulations governing parentally placed private school students.

• Experience developing and implementing IEPs and service plans preferred.

• Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple cases and timelines independently.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with families, district personnel, and non-public school staff.

• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise professional judgment.

• Proficiency with student information systems, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and educational technology.

• Ability to travel between school locations within the district.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  The physical demands 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.

• Ability to move about school buildings and occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.

• Sufficient vision, hearing, and speech to conduct assessments and communicate effectively.

• Frequent use of hands for typing, writing, and test administration.

• Work is primarily in a school setting with moderate noise; some travel between schools may be required.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

• There are no environmental hazards indicated for this position.

TERMS:  Length of year and salary to be determined by the School Board.

EVALUATION:  Evaluation of performance on this job will be in accordance with the provisions in the policy handbook.