Special Education Consultant (26-27)

Young World Physical Education

Algona (IA)

On-site

USD 59,213 - 73,079

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid single health insurance

Employer-paid life and disability coverage

Generous IPERS retirement plan

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is hiring a Special Education Consultant in Algona, Iowa. This role involves performing evaluations for special education needs, collaborating with teachers on IEP processes, and providing staff development. Candidates must hold a Master's Degree in education with an endorsement in special education, alongside certification as a Consultant by the Iowa Board. The position offers a competitive salary between $59,213 to $73,079 annually and includes a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

Must have at least 4 years of teaching experience with 2 years in special education.
Certificate approval as a Consultant required by the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners.
Provisional endorsement required if not held at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

Evaluate special education needs and coordinate educational assessments.
Collaborate with educators in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process.
Provide staff development and collaborate within a multi-tiered support system.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Organization

Education

Master’s Degree in education

Endorsement in special education

Job description

Special Education Consultant (26-27)

Prairie Lakes Area Education Agency, Algona - Algona, Iowa. Open in Google Maps.

This job is also posted in Prairie Lakes Area Education Agency , and TeachIowa, Iowa's Marketplace for education jobs.

Job Details

Job ID: 5693346

Application Deadline: May 31, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: May 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 11, 2026

Job Description

At Prairie Lakes AEA, school age evaluations for special education are completed using a rep model in which a school psychologist, school social worker or special education consultant has the primary responsibility for Child Find in their assigned buildings. Those staff team with colleagues from other disciplines in order to meet the needs of all learners.

QUALIFICATION:

EDUCATION:Master’s Degree in education and endorsement in special education.
LICENSURE:
- Certificate approval as a Consultant as determined by the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners.
- Employees hired as an education consultant within the division of special education who do not hold the endorsement will be required to obtain a provisional endorsement from BOEE and complete the requirement for a special education consultant endorsement within three years of date of employment or as outlined by the BOEE. Before completion of consultant endorsement, the employee’s contract will be issued as an academic strategist.
EXPERIENCE:Four years successful teaching experience with at least 2 years in special education.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Perform duties as an AEA representative and participate in AEA core support team in accordance with current AEA service delivery model.
Coordinate and conduct academic educational evaluations as aligned with the Evaluation and Eligibility Standards.
Collaborate with teachers to determine continued eligibility for special education services during reevaluations.
Encourage parent/guardian involvement in the problem solving and Individualized Education Program (IEP) process.
Consult with teachers and administrators in the development, implementation and monitoring of each Individualized Education Program (IEP) in the least restrictive environment according to state and federal guidelines.
Collaborate with teachers and appropriate team members regarding transitional planning for students with unique learning needs.
Collaborate with school staff and AEA school psychologists and/or social workers in the development of classroom management techniques and behavioral interventions.
As an instructional specialist, share current information on trends and research in education, instructional materials, methods, and curriculum modification.
Provide staff development for AEA staff, general and special education teachers, and administrators as appropriate.
Collaborate within a multi-tiered system of supports with district staff and with AEA co-workers.

COMMON TO ALL EMPLOYEES:

Contributes to a positive and productive work, learning and team environment
Believes in, advocates for, understands, supports and delivers the priority work of the AEAs, Iowa Public and Accredited Schools, the Iowa Department of Education and Prairie Lakes AEA
Focuses upon agency and team efforts to deliver equitable, efficient and effective educational services that prepare Iowa children for a life well lived
Anticipates and responds to needs, requirements and expectations of clients resulting in acceleration, inspiration and innovation
Demonstrates effective verbal, non-verbal, written, listening and visual communication
Possesses effective interpersonal, collaboration, facilitation skills and is committed to relationships and partnerships, within and outside of the agency
Exhibits self-motivation, reliability, organization, detail and quality and engages in continuous improvement of professional practice to build skills needed to perform job duties and meet agency goals and expectations
Manages time effectively so that timelines are met and improved results are evident in learning, professional capacity and system effectiveness
Problem solves by utilizing data-based decisions, preventing and resolving conflicts and providing comprehensive, high quality solutions
Works with integrity and maintains confidentiality
Models and integrates technology into daily work
Leads professional development for at least one course, internally, externally or both
Understands other duties and responsibilities may be assigned, according to current needs of the agency or districts served

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to travel between schools and sites served.
Normal, routine levels of activity related to bending, carrying, climbing, hearing, lifting, reaching, sitting, standing, vision and walking, and may also involve above-average levels of activity at times that can’t always be anticipated.

BENEFITS: Enjoy a strong benefits package featuring fully paid single health and dental insurance, employer-paid life and disability coverage, and a generous IPERS retirement plan.

Position Type: 1.0 FTE

Salary: $59,213 to $73,079 Per Year

Equal Opportunity Employer

All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers.

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