Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant (Ridgewood, New Jersey)

Ridgewood Board Of Education Inc; Ridgewood (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Pension

Job summary

Ridgewood Board Of Education Inc in New Jersey seeks a Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant (LDT-C) for a PK-Grade 5 setting. The role serves as the building case manager, collaborates with CST across sites, supports students in inclusion and self-contained settings, participates on the I&RS team, and provides instructional consultation and tiered interventions for students with learning needs.

You will collaborate with teachers and families, lead IEP planning, monitor progress, and

Qualifications

• New Jersey LDT-C certification required.
• Minimum of 3 years experience working with students with learning disabilities.
• Experience with educational evaluation, data analysis and IEP development.
• Ability to communicate with teachers, parents and administrators.

Responsibilities

• Serve as building case manager and CST collaborator across sites.
• Provide instructional consultation and tiered interventions for students.
• Support inclusion and self-contained settings.
• Participate on the I&RS team and school initiatives.
• Monitor and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).

Skills

LDT-C certification experience

Experience with LDT-C

Communication & collaboration

Data analysis & IEP development

Education

LDT-C Certification

Bachelor's or higher in Special Education

Tools

IEP Software

Job description

Position: Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant

Position Summary: Ridgewood Public Schools seeks an LDT-C for a PreK-Grade 5 school. The role serves as the building case manager, collaborates with CST across sites, supports students in inclusion and self-contained settings, participates on the I&RS team, and provides instructional consultation and tiered interventions for students with learning needs.

Key Responsibilities

• New Jersey LDT-C Certification
• Must have experience as a learning consultant, preferably at the PK-elementary level
• Must demonstrate the necessary specialized skills and personal characteristics to carry out the philosophy and instructional program of the Ridgewood Public Schools
• Must have knowledge of and ability to meet state mandates related to students with disabilities
• Must demonstrate expertise in educational evaluation, data analysis and interpretation, educational program planning, management and consultation for the atypical learner in conjunction with other team members and staff.
• Must have experience monitoring the implementation of Individualized Education Programs (I.E.P.)
• Must be able to effectively communicate with teachers, parents, and administrators both verbally and in writing
• Must be able to work collaboratively and have experience maintaining harmonious relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.

Start and End Date: 08/26/26-06/30/26 plus 3 days of New Teacher Orientation in August.

Working Conditions: Full-time, permanent position, medical benefits and pension. Salary range is $70,062-$125,242, commensurate with education and experience as per negotiated contract.

Reports To: Building Principal, Director of Special Programs, Supervisors of Special Education, and designees of the Superintendent.

The Ridgewood Public School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage diverse applicants.

Other Requirements

• Degree in Special Education or a related field
• Valid New Jersey certification as a Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant (LDT-C)
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working with students with learning disabilities
• Strong knowledge of various assessment tools and techniques
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with students, parents, and staff
• Ability to develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs)
• Proficiency in using technology and software relevant to educational assessments and reporting