INCLUDE

These items are intended only as examples of the various types of job duties to be performed; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the department. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is a similar, related, or logical assignment to the position.

Serves as a representative at Transition Planning Meetings for children transitioning from Infants and Toddlers to Pre-School Special Education.

Facilitates the transition of children aged birth to five with disabilities into preschool and elementary programs.

Provides technical assistance to the HCPS Child Find office(s). Assists in the coordination of activities at the HCPS Child Find office.

Provides technical assistance to special education teachers and related service providers to enable them to develop and implement Individual Education Programs for students with disabilities.

Serves as a consultant to pre-school special education teachers, parents, and administrators in the transitioning of children from infants and toddlers to a pre-school and/or elementary school setting.

Facilitates professional learning opportunities and coaches teachers and support staff in the implementation of evidence-based practices to address the academic, communication, and social/emotional learning of children, aged birth to five in a variety of settings.

Develops strategies for increasing communication and alignment of childcare centers, family providers, community-based organizations and parents associated with HCPS early childhood programming for school readiness and the Child Find process.

Collaborates with the Early Childhood Coordinator in the Department of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment to provide instructional support and professional development

for pre-kindergarten teachers, special education teachers, paraeducators and area childcare centers in the area of developmentally appropriate practices and early childhood instruction.

Applies and implements evidence-based family engagement early childhood strategies.

Synthesizes ideas gleaned from conference attendance in order to share information, as appropriate in professional development activities.

Demonstrates a positive attitude and uses effective skills in human relations with parents, teachers, administrators, and members of the community.

SALARY

This is an eleven-month position. Salary range based on the FY 2025-2026 HCEA Salary Schedule for Certificated Teacher Personnel. Starting Salary: $63,882 – Maximum Earnings Potential $123,027.

Certificated Teacher personnel are eligible to receive a $2,376 first year stipend.

Full salary schedules can be found at https://www.hcps.org/departments/humanresources/vacancies.aspx

HCPS offers an expansive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, retirement savings, pension, paid time off, and more.

For a complete list of benefits, please visit the Employment Benefits section: https://www.hcps.org/departments/HumanResources/Default.aspx

For more information on holidays and paid time off, please refer to the Holidays and Leave Provisions sections of the HCEA Negotiated Agreement: https://www.hcps.org/boe/collectivebargaining.aspx

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university.

Must hold or be eligible for a Maryland Advanced Professional Certificate endorsed in special education.

Five years of successful experience in the special education field. Experience in early childhood special education.

Knowledge of evidence-based practices to promote the development of preschool-age of children with disabilities.

Excellent written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated leadership skills.

HOW TO APPLY

Employment applications are accepted online only . To access the application, visit the Employment Opportunities section of the HCPS website at www.hcps.org . If you have questions or require assistance to complete the online employment application, contact the Human Resources Office at 410-588-5238.

DEADLINE

Online applications will be accepted for this vacancy through 11:59 PM on Friday, March 20, 2026.