Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant

Barrington Board of Education; Barrington (NJ); On-site; USD 65,029 - 70,335; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Prescriptions

Dental

Vision

Sick and Personal Time

Pension

Job summary

Barrington Board of Education is seeking a Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant (LDTC) responsible for assessing students' learning characteristics and designing instructional plans. The role requires a valid New Jersey Educational Services Certificate and strong interpersonal skills.

The LDTC will participate in special education evaluations, develop individualized education programs, and consult with teachers and parents to address students’ specific needs. Comprehensive benefits are included, and the salary ranges from $65,029 to $70,335 annually.

Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey Educational Services Certificate and Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant Endorsement required.
• Knowledge of special education laws and ability to assess learning characteristics.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Participates in evaluation, classification, and placement of students with special needs.
• Assesses learning characteristics and academic proficiency of pupils.
• Develops individualized education programs for students requiring special education.
• Consults with teachers and parents on instructional methods for students.

Skills

Knowledge of laws and regulations governing special education

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Valid New Jersey Educational Services Certificate

Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant Endorsement

Job description

Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant (LDTC)

• Valid New Jersey Educational Services Certificate and Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant Endorsement
• Knowledge of laws and regulations governing special education, and demonstrated ability to effectively assess pupils’ learning characteristics, design appropriate instructional strategies and plan educational programs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Required criminal history check and proof of U.S. citizenship or resident status.

Job Goal

To effectively assess pupils' learning characteristics and design appropriate instructional plans in order to enable each pupil to maximize his/her learning potential.

Performance Responsibilities

1. Participates in the evaluation, classification and placement of all students with special needs.
2. Assesses academic proficiency and learning characteristics of each pupil referred to the child study team for evaluation and interprets the findings in written reports and informal conferences.
3. Assists in the development and coordination of an appropriate individualized education program for each pupil requiring special education and/or related services. Participates in the ongoing assessment of academic achievement and educational placement of classified pupils.
4. Consults with classroom teachers, administrators and parents regarding special instructional methods and/or materials necessary to meet the specific needs of individual pupils.
5. Keeps up-to-date in the field of learning disabilities and with current regulations governing the education of pupils with disabilities.
6. Participates in the development and delivery of in‑service programs and parent seminars related to learning disabilities and effective teaching methods.
7. Works to keep the community informed of the special education program and the role of the learning disability teacher‑consultant.
8. Serves as a case manager as assigned and maintains appropriate case records.
9. Maintains professional competence through in‑service education and other professional growth activities.
10. Performs all duties required as a member of the child study team by administrative code, state and federal laws and board policy.
11. Performs other related duties as assigned by the superintendent of schools or the Director of Special Education.

Annual Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with NJ State Law and the provisions of the board's policy on evaluations.

Salary Range

$65,029 - $70,335

Benefits

Health & Prescriptions, Dental, Vision, Sick and Personal Time, Pension, and all other benefits as outlined in the Barrington Education Associated negotiated agreement.