Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant

PATERSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Paterson Public Schools is seeking a qualified educator to join our team. The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree and a New Jersey educational services certificate with LDT-C endorsement, and maintains a valid driver's license.

Strong integrity, good moral character, and interpersonal skills to engage with students, staff, parents, and the community are essential. The position emphasizes understanding of child development, learning assessment, and effective classroom management within a

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
• New Jersey educational services certificate with the LDT-C endorsement per N.J.S.A. 18A:27.1 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 6:11-11.13.
• Valid driver's license with no serious violations.
• Demonstrate integrity and good moral character.
• Knowledge of child growth, learning assessment, diagnoses, instructional strategies, and classroom management.
• Understanding of current rules regarding Child Study Teams and special education assessments.

Skills

Integrity and character

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree from an accredited college or university

New Jersey educational services certificate with LDT-C endorsement

Job description

• Hold a Master's Degree from an accredited college or university.


• Hold a valid New Jersey educational services certificate in accordance with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 18A:27.1 et seq., and N.J.A.C. Title 6 Chapter 11 with a learning disabilities teacher-consultant endorsement (N.J.A.C. 6:11-11.13)


• Hold and maintain a valid driver's license with no serious violations.


• Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character andinitiative.


• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of child growth and development, learning assessment and diagnosis, the needs and demands of the classroom professional 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. Exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm andthe interpersonalskills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.

Qualifications

• Hold a Master's Degree from an accredited college or university.


• Hold a valid New Jersey educational services certificate in accordance with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 18A:27.1 et seq., and N.J.A.C. Title 6 Chapter 11 with a learning disabilities teacher-consultant endorsement (N.J.A.C. 6:11-11.13)


• Hold and maintain a valid driver's license with no serious violations.


• Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character andinitiative.


• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of child growth and development, learning assessment and diagnosis, the needs and demands of the classroom professional 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. Exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm andthe interpersonalskills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.

• Meet such alternatives to above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable


• Pending budget availability


• All postings are open for ten (10) consecutive days following the date posted or until filled

Paterson Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity and Affi\u00ADrmative Action Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic, in accordance with federal and New Jersey law.