Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Paterson Public Schools invites applications for a position that requires a Master's degree and a New Jersey Educational Services certificate with a Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant endorsement. A valid driver's license, high integrity, and strong interpersonal skills are essential as you engage with students, staff, and families.

Applicants should demonstrate knowledge of child growth, learning assessment, and effective instructional strategies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• New Jersey educational services certificate with Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant endorsement (N.J.A.C. 6:11-11.13) required.
• Valid driver's license with no serious violations.
• Demonstrate integrity and good character and initiative.
• Knowledge of child growth and development, learning assessment and diagnosis, instructional strategies, and classroom management.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Classroom management

Knowledge of child development

Learning assessment & diagnosis

Instructional strategies

Education

Master's degree

NJ Educational Services certificate with LD endorsement

Job description

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.

For more information about this position, please visit the Job Descriptions page.

Paterson Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity and Affinity 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.