Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant

Central Jersey College Preparatory Charter School (District); Perth Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Middlesex County STEM Charter School (MCSCS) in Perth Amboy, NJ, serves K-8 students and is seeking a Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant (LDTC) to join the Child Study Team. You'll conduct evaluations, prepare reports, participate in CST meetings, and help develop and revise IEPs, guiding families and staff.

The role emphasizes collaboration, legal compliance with NJDOE/IDEA, accurate record keeping, and ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field and NJ Educational Services Certificate with LDTC endorsement.
• Experience with evaluating students and developing IEPs is preferred.
• Knowledge of NJDOE, IDEA, and charter school policies is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive educational evaluations and prepare legally compliant reports.
• Participate in CST meetings, including identification, eligibility, annual review, and reevaluation.
• Contribute to development and revision of IEPs and collaborate with families and staff.

Skills

Educational evaluation

Report writing

Communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Organizational skills

Policy compliance

Education

Master's degree

NJ Educational Services Certificate & LDTC endorsement

Tools

Educational testing

Job description

About MCSCS

Middlesex County STEM Charter School (MCSCS) is a public school serving grades Kindergarten through 8th grades and open to all students who reside in the City of Perth Amboy. The school is free to all students and families and is a replication of the Central Jersey College Prep Charter School, a recipient of the 2016 Blue‑Ribbon Award and other prestigious awards.

The mission of the Middlesex County STEM Charter School is to provide rigorous science, technology, engineering, and math curricula in a diverse and nurturing environment to spark students' interest at an early age in STEM careers. Our mission is delivered through a meticulously engineered educational ecosystem, where we intentionally nurture our students' intellectual, social, and emotional growth, as set forth in our comprehensive vision statement.

Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant (LDTC)

Responsibilities Include:

• Conduct comprehensive educational evaluations and prepare legally compliant reports
• Participate in Child Study Team (CST) meetings, including identification, eligibility, annual review, and reevaluation meetings.
• Contribute to the development and revision of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Collaborate with families and staff to explain evaluation results and educational recommendations.
• Provide consultation and instructional support to general and special education teachers
• Assist with progress monitoring and data-informed decision making
• Ensure compliance with NJDOE, IDEA, and charter school policies
• Maintain accurate, confidential student records and required documentation
• Serve as a consultant to parents, school personnel and community groups on child development and educational topics.
• Perform all duties required as a member of the child study team by administrative code, state, and federal laws and board policy
• Maintain professional competence through continuing education and other professional growth activities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Chief Education Officer or Director of Special Education.

Essential Duties:

• Communicate professionally and effectively with students, families, staff, and leadership
• Adhere to all local, state, and federal policies and ethical standards
• Maintain strong organizational and documentation practices
• Demonstrate professionalism that supports a positive school culture

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of special education law and evaluation procedures
• Competency with educational testing and report writing
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team-based environment

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with state law, administrative code and provisions of the board's policy on the evaluation of certified staff

Minimum Requirements:

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid NJ Educational Services Certificate & Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant endorsement
• NJ Criminal History
• Work authorization in the U.S.
• Tuberculosis Test
• Experience is a plus

Opportunities at MCSCS:

• NJ pension plan
• Tuition reimbursement assistance
• Paid professional development opportunities
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for extra stipends

Benefits consist of Health/Vision/Dental insurance, Flexible spending account, Paid time off, Professional development assistance, and more

8 hour shift - Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, 10-Month Contract