Teacher - Special Education Classroom Support Program (CSP) - 2026 - 2027 School Year

Human Resources Office

102 S. Hickory Avenue, Bel Air, Maryland 21014

Telephone: 410-588-5238

Email: [email protected]

www.hcps.org

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT                                                                     AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

January 1, 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.

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER – CLASSROOM SUPPORT PROGRAM (CSP)

Location To Be Determined

2026-2027 School Year

To create a safe atmosphere conducive for learning and implements instruction in ways that allows all students to learn.

The Classroom Support Program (CSP) is a Harford County Public School (HCPS) regional therapeutic behavioral support program, which is a Special Education placement:

• Designed to meet the needs of identified students with disabilities who have significant emotional/behavioral needs that interfere with their educational program.
• Creating an environment that includes a low student-to-staff ratio, which increases the opportunity to monitor and to praise for positive behavior change.
• Delivering on-going progress monitoring and feedback, evidence-based social skills instruction, therapeutic services, weekly school-to-home communication, academic instruction addressing students’ deficits.
• Implementing a transition level with monthly monitoring process that gradually reintegrates student into the general education environment based on student’s response to interventions.
• Program addresses sensory needs through modifications to the classroom environment and a variety of sensory strategies.
• Crisis intervention is supported by highly, trained staff and can be supported with de-escalation areas. Elementary programs offer exclusion and seclusion areas.

At all levels, the CSP classes provide structured, supportive settings with embedded behavioral supports for a student having needs which cannot be met in a less restrictive environment. Also, the CSP can serve as a lesser restrictive environment for a student returning from a non-public setting. In the CSP, a student’s ‘program and schedule are individualized according to his/her respective social-emotional and self-management needs. The needs of the student are addressed by special educators, and mental health professionals (school psychologists, counselors, and social workers). A student is strategically assigned to a classroom based on the function of his/her respective behaviors for optimal learning in small classrooms. Instruction is aligned with the Maryland College and Career-Ready Standards. Instruction and assignments are targeted to provide each student with the maximum opportunity to access the material and demonstrate understanding. The CSP offers a highly-structured, behavior management system with predictable rewards and consequences that utilizes a meaningful point system monitored by both teacher and student on a regular basis. Students have opportunities to regain self-control in the classroom (called self-helps), or they may be directed to resource areas for supervised support while they regain their ability to return to classroom instruction. Crisis intervention is available, and all staff members are trained in crisis intervention practices.

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.

Plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students.

Supervises students in a variety of school-related settings.

Monitors and evaluates student outcomes.

Communicates and interacts with students, parents, staff, and the community.

Develops, selects, and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students.

Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of children.

Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.

Maintains appropriate records and follows required procedures and practices.

Maintains regular, on-time attendance.

Attends meetings and serves on special committees.

Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials, and facilities.

Reacts to change productively.

Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

SALARY

This is a full-time ten-month position. Salary range based on the FY 2026-2027 HCEA Salary Schedule for Certificated Teachers. Starting Salary: $57,225– Maximum Earnings Potential $110,577.

Full salary schedules can be found at the bottom of the Current Vacancies webpage https://www.hcps.org/departments/humanresources/vacancies.aspx

HCPS offers an expansive benefits package including individual and family 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 of the Human Resources webpage: 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

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Hold or be eligible for Maryland State Department of Education teacher certification.

Ability to transfer children.

Specific skills as dictated by the needs of students receiving services, e.g., sign language, ability to lift heavy objects, medical needs, etc.

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 employment applications will be accepted until filled.

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, Title VI, or Title VII can be directed to our Coordinator of Internal Investigations, Dr. Renee McGlothlin, at 410-809-6087 or [email protected]. 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