Impactful Special Ed: School-Age Support Specialist

State-of-Nebraska; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Flex spending

Job summary

State-wide Education Department in Lincoln, NE, seeks a Special Education School Age Support Specialist to promote MTSS, support districts, and address the needs of students with disabilities. The role emphasizes collaboration, accountability, and integrity within Nebraska’s public education system.

The position provides extensive benefits and requires travel to schools and service sites, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and program improvement.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in the field of education or related subject area.
• Two years of successful preK-12 teaching or school administration experience in an approved or accredited Nebraska school, or equivalent experience in another state or country.
• Nebraska Teaching or Administrative Certificate per §79-807 must be possessed by start.
• Substitution: Bachelor’s degree in education or equivalent Master of Arts in Teaching and four years of teaching or administration experience.

Responsibilities

• Conducts district compliance monitoring for schools and infant & toddler programs.
• Provides technical assistance to support continuous improvement and regulatory compliance.
• Assists with collection, analysis, and use of data through ILCD to support student achievement and program improvement.
• Supports Results Driven Accountability (RDA) monitoring activities and improvement strategies.
• Plans and implements priority IDEA Part B-611 projects and professional development activities.
• Administers and manages grant activities and budgets, and evaluates project outcomes for grant compliance.
• Assists with RFP reviews, State Board approval, GAN awards, and ongoing grant oversight.
• Provides consultation on effective instructional strategies and supports for students with disabilities.
• Develops and delivers professional learning experiences and resources on special education, IDEA, Rule 51, and evidence-based practices.
• Promotes MTSS and improves access to general education for students with disabilities.
• Supports MTSS training and development of training materials.
• Maintains regular attendance, valid driver’s license, and travel as required.

Skills

Teaching experience

Education

Master’s degree in education

Bachelor’s degree in education or MAT

Nebraska Teaching or Administrative Certificate

Job description

State-wide Education Department in Lincoln, NE, seeks a Special Education School Age Support Specialist to promote MTSS, support districts, and address the needs of students with disabilities. The role emphasizes collaboration, accountability, and integrity within Nebraska’s public education system.

The position provides extensive benefits and requires travel to schools and service sites, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and program improvement.