Qualifications
- Master’s Degree and prior approval as a Teacher Consultant by the Michigan Department of Education
- Learning disability and emotional impairment experience preferred
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of child growth and development, knowledge of assessments and diagnosis and research related to learning, instructional strategies, and classroom management.
- Demonstrate an understanding of current rules and regulations regarding Child Study Teams and special education assessment and program requirements.
- Demonstrates enthusiasm and the interpersonal skills to relate with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.
- Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing.
- Demonstrate the ability to use electronic equipment for word processing, data management, information retrieval, visual and audio presentations, and telecommunications.
- Attend required staff meetings and serve, as appropriate, on staff committees.
- Participate in faculty, school, parent, and community meetings and programs with the intent to share available resources.
- Conduct or provide staff development sessions to promote an increased competency and increase student participation in academic success.
Job Responsibilities
Student Support and Intervention Responsibilities
Must be able to meet timelines and monthly deadlines.
Assist families with finding necessary resources.
Monitor students’ data to demonstrate academic and behavioral growth.
Develop and monitor goals for students and the criteria for success.
Communicate individual plans for students to staff to facilitate a whole school approach to student improvement.
Work in collaboration with school administration to address the needs of our most at-risk learners, with the focus on improving academics.
Provide staff with essential information to develop interventions for academic and behavioral success.
Support problem-solving teams and Child Study Teams through consultation, data review, and intervention planning.
Identify and report child abuse and neglect.
Other duties as assigned.
Evaluation and Consultation Responsibilities
Support the special education referral, evaluation, and reevaluation process in compliance with IDEA, MARSE, district procedures, and required timelines.
Coordinate and participate in multidisciplinary evaluation team (MET) processes, including the review of existing evaluation data and assessment planning.
Conduct educational evaluations and assist in gathering, interpreting, and communicating assessment data to determine student eligibility and educational needs.
Collaborate with general education staff, special education staff, related service providers, administrators, and families regarding evaluation procedures, student progress, and eligibility recommendations.
Prepare, organize, and maintain evaluation documentation and reports in accordance with district, state, and federal requirements.
Participate in MET and IEP meetings and provide input regarding student performance, assessment results, accommodations, interventions, and programming recommendations.
Provide consultation to instructional staff regarding accommodations, interventions, behavioral supports, and instructional strategies for students with disabilities and at-risk learners.
Assist staff in understanding and implementing special education evaluation procedures, compliance expectations, intervention documentation requirements, and eligibility criteria.
Provide consultation and recommendations to support student placement, programming decisions, and access to the least restrictive environment.
Utilize student data, progress monitoring tools, and educational records to support instructional decision-making and compliance with special education requirements.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
- Must be able to move throughout the building and campus, including classrooms, hallways, and outdoor spaces.
- Frequent verbal communication is required to instruct students, lead meetings, and collaborate with staff and families.
- May be required to stand or walk for extended periods, including during supervisory duties.Occasional bending, reaching, or sitting on the floor to interact with students.
- Regular use of computers and instructional technology for planning, instruction, and communication.
- Must be able to lift or carry instructional materials and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
