Teacher Specialist - Pre-School Special Education - Child Find Programs

Vacancy announcement an equal opportunity employer march 23, 2026

HCPS is committed to recruiting and retaining effective and diverse educators and staff to build a climate of student success and improve learning experiences for every child in every classroom. TEACHER SPECIALIST – PRE-SCHOOL SPECIAL EDUCATION/CHILD FIND PROGRAMS Effective for the 2026-2027 School Year Hickory Elementary School

• Provides direct assistance to teachers and support staff in the implementation of a continuum of services for children aged birth to five.
• This is an 11-month Teacher Specialist position which requires 20 additional duty days beyond the identified 190 teacher calendar days.
• Teacher Specialists are required to work one additional hour per day beyond the teacher schedule.
• Position is eligible for the Teacher Specialist stipend.
• ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES MAY 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 regarding the transition of students from Part C to Part B services.
• Provides technical assistance to the HCPS Child Find office(s).
• Assists in the coordination of activities at the HCPS Child Find office.
• Serves as an IEP chair at Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings to support pre-school-aged children.
• 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.
• Assists with the operations of the Office of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment and the Office of Special Education to conduct monitoring activities, develop informational reports, and analyze data to inform instructional practices and programming for children aged birth to five.
• 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.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
• 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

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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 FLSA: Exempt 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, April 10, 2026. The Board of Education of Harford County is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants. We adhere to the principles of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, disability, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Board of Education of Harford County prohibits discrimination based on sex, race, color, national origin, religion, or any other protected characteristic in any program or activity it operates. The Board of Education of Harford County encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Inquiries or concerns about your rights related to Title IX can be directed to our Title IX Coordinator, Dr. Eric Davis, at 102 South Hickory Ave, Bel Air, MD 21014, 410-588-5202, or TitleIX@hcps.org. Inquiries related to your rights under Title VI or Title VII can be directed to our Coordinator of Investigations, Ms. Renee McGlothlin, at 410-809-6087 or Renee.McGlothlin@hcps.org. Harford County Public Schools’ non-discrimination policy can be accessed here: NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY: (hcps.org) and found on the HCPS website under Board of Education Policies and Procedures. Harford County Public Schools’ non-discrimination statement can be accessed here: NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT: (hcps.org) and found on HCPS’ homepage. AFFIRMING EQUAL EMPLOYMENT IN PRINCIPLE AND PRACTICE