LD Specialist & IEP Architect

DISTRICT; Passaic (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Passaic Board of Education is seeking a Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant to join the district’s Child Study Team. The role focuses on assessment, planning, and coordination of IEPs for students with learning disabilities.

The incumbent will collaborate with school staff, families, and community resources to ensure compliant educational services, data accuracy, and effective instructional strategies for diverse learners within Passaic, New Jersey.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher is required.
• Educational services certificate with the appropriate NJ endorsement.
• Extensive knowledge of New Jersey state special education statutes and regulations.
• Strong instructional or educational support services experiences and skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent collaboration, organization, and outreach skills.
• Background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.

Responsibilities

• Establish and promote high standards and expectations for all students and staff for excellent academic performance.
• Provide services as a member of the Child Study Team and the IEP/IDEA process and related educational planning.
• Develop, monitor, and adjust IEPs with teachers and parents through the year.
• Conduct assessments, share findings with staff and families, and implement effective interventions.
• Monitor and evaluate educational programs for students with learning needs and recommend changes as needed.
• Offer academic counseling and provide leadership to staff and families in matters of learning needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Outreach skills

Background check clearance

Education

Master's degree or higher

Educational services certificate with endorsement

Job description

Passaic Board of Education is seeking a Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant to join the district’s Child Study Team. The role focuses on assessment, planning, and coordination of IEPs for students with learning disabilities.

The incumbent will collaborate with school staff, families, and community resources to ensure compliant educational services, data accuracy, and effective instructional strategies for diverse learners within Passaic, New Jersey.