Early Childhood Special Education Teacher Specialist bei Calvert County Public School District

NOTICE OF VACANCY

September 19, 2025

POSITION:  EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER SPECIALIST (11 Month)

LOCATION:  Special Education Department

POSITION SUMMARY:  Under direction of the director and/or supervisor of special education, the Early Childhood Special Education Specialist provides guidance, training, and support to general and special education early childhood teachers in regard to effective programming, addressing the academic, social-emotional and behavioral needs of students with disabilities and improving student learning.  The primary function of the Early Childhood Teacher Specialist is to ensure that teachers and other school-based staff (Pre-K – Grade 1) are provided with the professional learning, resources, and support necessary to set students with disabilities up for success and offer young learners a full continuum of educational opportunities. This teacher specialist will focus guidance and support primarily on grades Pre-K and Kindergarten in regional programs and in general education settings with the goal of providing early intervention and specially designed instruction in the least restrictive environment.

REPORTS TO:  Director/Supervisors of Special Education

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

At the time of application, the candidate must have or be eligible for:

1. A Master’s degree or Advanced Professional Certificate
2. Certification in special education.
3. At least five years of successful teaching experience with some or all experience in special education infant to grade 3.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS: (These are pre-employment knowledge, abilities and skills that apply to the Essential Job Functions.)  At the time of application, the candidate must have:

1. Knowledge of instructional best practices for early childhood, delivery of specially designed instruction, collaboration and co-teaching models, social-emotional learning and effective behavior strategies.
2. Knowledge of the Maryland Early Learning Standards, Maryland College and Career Ready Standards, and best practices regarding early childhood instruction.
3. Demonstrated skill in differentiating program and instruction to meet the varied needs of learners.
4. Demonstrated ability to utilize and promote equitable practices in all facets of education.
5. Understanding and ability to maintain rapport with people from all identities, cultures, and backgrounds.
6. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of equity including the ability to advocate for marginalized students.
7. Knowledge of the special education/Individualized Education Program (IEP) process and experience writing IEPs.
8. Knowledge and experience working with students with various disabilities including students with behavioral challenges.
9. Evidence of broad reading and knowledge in professional literature and research related to early childhood special education, inclusion, learning processes, differentiation, and behavior supports and interventions.
10. Demonstrated ability to collect and analyze student achievement data for instructional decision-making.
11. Demonstrated exceptional skills in written and oral communication.
12. Demonstrated interpersonal skills when working with diverse groups (parents, other professionals, students, teachers, administrators, community agency representatives.)
13. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with and coach adult learners.
14. Working knowledge of current classroom technology.
15. A valid driver’s license and motor vehicle insurance.
16. Demonstrated success in accomplishing tasks akin to the responsibilities listed below.
17. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Calvert County Public Schools may find appropriate and acceptable. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Provides on-going support to teachers, administrators, supervisors, and directors in their efforts to provide a full continuum of instructional programming options for students with disabilities in early childhood.
2. Provides professional learning opportunities including coaching to teachers, administrators, supervisors, and directors as it relates to developmentally appropriate early childhood practices and the delivery of specially designed instruction within the continuum of special education services, and improves instructional programs for all students.
3. Participates in development of guidance for programming for students and supports implementation in general education settings and separate classes/regional programs.
4. Provides on-site coaching to staff and models specially designed instruction, supports, and services for students with disabilities in regard to communication, academics, social-emotional, and behavior.
5. Facilitates collaborative planning for general educators and special educators.
6. Supports the transition processes and individual student planning.
7. Participates as an IEP Team member and supports the development of appropriate individualized programs to address the unique needs of students with disabilities.
8. Collaborates with school staff and parents to implement Individualized Education Programs for students including the development and improvement of accommodations/modifications to create access to the general education setting and curriculum.
9. Under the direction of the Director of Special Education, performs duties related to the writing and monitoring of specific grants in accordance with the Special Education Department’s goals.
10. Collaborates with supervisors/specialists from the Departments of Instruction and Special Education to improve instructional programs for all students.
11. Communicates and interacts with students, parents, staff, and community.
12. Develops, selects, and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students.
13. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and the emotional development of children.
14. Strives to maintain and improve professional competence by attending professional learning opportunities.
15. Maintains appropriate records and follows required procedures and practices.
16. Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials, and facilities.
17. Maintains regular, on-time attendance.
18. Serves on special committees.
19. Thinks, concentrates, and interacts with others.
20. Works under stress and meets all deadlines.
21. Travels from school to school as necessary.

OTHER DUTIES: (Duties listed are not intended to be all inclusive or limit duties that might reasonably be assigned.)   Performs related work as required or assigned by the Director of Special Education and/or Supervisor(s) of Special Education.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Position requires traveling between schools and may require significant periods of standing and walking and is performed in a typical school environment.  Work may require physical as well as psychological confrontations with aggressive students; training in Non-Violent Crisis Prevention and Intervention required.

UNUSUAL DEMANDS:  May be subject to a flexible work schedule.

EVALUATION:  Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the policy on evaluation as established by the Calvert County Public Schools.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  Eleven (11) month position and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience applied to the current Calvert County Public Schools salary schedule for teachers. All employees are encouraged to have automatic payroll deposit.  This position is not eligible for the National Board Certification salary increases.

FLSA STATUS:  Exempt

EFFECTIVE DATE OF POSITION:  2025 – 2026 school year

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:  Position will remain open until filled.  Applicants please apply through the Applicant Tracking system located on the Calvert County Public Schools’ website – www.calvertnet.k12.md.us

References must be directly related to educational experience and must include immediate supervisor.

State law requires that anyone hired after October 1, 1986, who will have contact with school children, must be fingerprinted and submit to a criminal background investigation. Federal law requires that a new employee must complete the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9) in person before beginning employment. Employment is conditional upon successful completion of a drug screen. Current employees of the Calvert County Public Schools are exempt from these requirements.

House Bill 486 – Child Sexual Abuse and Sexual Misconduct Prevention Statement

Pursuant to Section 6-113.2 of the Education Article, Annotated Code of Maryland - House Bill 486 - Child Sexual Abuse and Sexual Misconduct Prevention all applicants are required to report all former employers in which you may have had direct contact with minors. The applicant must submit the contact information of the current employer, all former school employers, and all former employers not school related. Applicants should also include contact information for organizations in which you have volunteered, coached, mentor, tutored or otherwise had direct contact with minors.

Nondiscrimination Statement

Calvert County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry or national origin, familial status, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth programs.

Calvert County Public Schools does not refuse enrollment of a prospective student, expel a current student, or withhold privileges from a current student, or prospective student, or the parent or guardian of a current or prospective student because of an individual’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, age, national original, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.

Calvert County Public Schools does not discipline, invoke a penalty against, or take any other retaliatory action against a student or parent or guardian of a student who files a complaint alleging that the program or school discriminated against the student, regardless of the outcome of the complaint.

The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

• Director of Student Services
• Director of Human Resources
  443-550-8000

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit the Office for Civil Rights Complaint Assessment System at:  https://ocrcas.ed.gov or call 1-800-421-3481.

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Anti-sexual, Anti-racial and Anti-disability Harassment Statement
Discrimination can manifest itself in behaviors such as bullying, harassment, or intimidation of individuals.

Calvert County Public Schools does not tolerate any form of harassment including, but not limited to, sexual, racial, or disability. Any individual (student, employee, or community member) who believes that they have been subjected to any form of harassment is encouraged to report the allegation of harassment. Students, parents, and community members may report allegations of harassment to: Ms. Cecelia Lewis, Director of Student Services, Calvert County Public Schools, 1305 Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678

Employees may report allegations of harassment to: Mr. Zachary Seawell, Director of Human Resources, Calvert County Public Schools, 1305 Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678

Calvert County Public Schools is committed to conducting a prompt investigation for any allegation of harassment. If harassment has occurred, the individual will be disciplined promptly. Disciplinary actions for students found to have engaged in any form of harassment may result in suspension or expulsion. Disciplinary actions for employees found to have engaged in any form of harassment may result in suspension or termination.

Calvert County Public Schools encourages all students, parents, employees, and community members to work together to prevent any form of harassment.

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit the Office for Civil Rights Complaint Assessment System at:  https://ocrcas.ed.gov or call 1-800-421-3481.

Calvert County Public Schools Antiracism Statement

Calvert County Public Schools (CCPS) explicitly denounces racism, bullying, discrimination, white supremacy, hate, and racial inequity in any form within our school community. Furthermore, CCPS will not tolerate the values, structures, and behaviors that perpetuate systemic racism.

Each member of the district, individually and collectively, is responsible for creating and nurturing a safe, antiracist learning environment where each student, staff member, and community partner is a respected and valued member of the CCPS community.