Special Education MTSS & Student Support Specialist

son; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 64,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

The Nebraska Department of Education in Lincoln, NE is seeking a Special Education School Age Support Specialist (Education Specialist III) to promote MTSS and address individual student needs across Nebraska schools. This role emphasizes content expertise, advocacy for vulnerable student groups, and collaboration with districts to improve outcomes.

Applicants should hold a Master’s degree in education, have relevant preK-12 teaching or administration experience, and be eligible for Nebraska

Qualifications

• Master's degree in the field of education or related subject area.
• Two years of successful preK-12 teaching or school administration experience.
• Eligible for/possess a current Nebraska Teaching or Administrative Certificate per §79-807.

Responsibilities

• Conducts district compliance monitoring for schools and infant & toddler programs.
• Assists with data collection, analysis, and use through the ILCD process to support student achievement and program improvement.
• Supports RDA monitoring activities and implementation of improvement strategies aligned with accountability requirements.
• Plans and implements priority IDEA Part B-611 projects and professional development activities to implement evidence-based practices.
• Administers and manages grant activities and budgets, and evaluates project outcomes for grant compliance.

Education

Master's degree in education

Job description

The Nebraska Department of Education in Lincoln, NE is seeking a Special Education School Age Support Specialist (Education Specialist III) to promote MTSS and address individual student needs across Nebraska schools. This role emphasizes content expertise, advocacy for vulnerable student groups, and collaboration with districts to improve outcomes.

Applicants should hold a Master’s degree in education, have relevant preK-12 teaching or administration experience, and be eligible for Nebraska