Special Education Consultant (26-27)

Young World Physical Education

Storm Lake (IA)

Hybrid

USD 67,488 - 81,354

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid health and dental insurance

Employer-paid life and disability coverage

Generous IPERS retirement plan

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Special Education Consultant responsible for conducting evaluations and supporting special education services. The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s Degree and have experience coordinating Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).

This role involves collaboration with various educational professionals and requires effective communication and problem-solving skills.

A comprehensive benefits package is offered, along with a competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

Master's Degree in education and endorsement in special education.
Certificate approval as a Consultant by the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners.
Four years of successful teaching experience, with at least 2 years in special education.

Responsibilities

Perform duties as an AEA representative and participate in AEA core support team.
Coordinate and conduct academic evaluations aligned with standards.
Consult with teachers and administrators on IEP development.

Skills

Collaboration with teachers

Communication skills

Instructional strategies

Behavioral interventions

Education

Master’s Degree in education

Endorsement in special education

Job description

Special Education Consultant (26-27)

Prairie Lakes Area Education Agency Storm Lake - Storm Lake, Iowa Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5522402

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

Re-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: $67,488 to $81,354 Per Year

Equal Opportunity Employer

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