Iowa Department of Educations mission is ensuring all students experience a worldclass education. To accomplish our mission we need talented passionate people working together to build an excellent education system that empowers all students to achieve their full potential. The Education Program Consultant (IDEADA: Special Programs) will be an integral member of the Bureau of Finance Data Analysis and Accountability and the Special Education Team; providing technical assistance monitoring and support to school districts nonpublic schools alternative educational settings and Area Education Responsibilities:Design and develop an improvement focused system of support for educational programs in alternative settings (e.g. state operated programs detention centers and shelters) that is incorporated into the Departments Individuals with Disabilities Education Act Differentiated Accountability (IDEADA).Establish and implement focused monitoring processes for special education provided in educational programs in alternative settings (e.g. state operated programs detention centers and shelters). This may include reviews of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) as well as district and Area Education Agency (AEA) policies procedures and practices to determine compliance with state and federal education laws for students with disabilities. Specifically reviews will focus on Iowa Code Chapter 256B and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).Collaborate with other Bureaus and agencies to ensure a continuum of services for students with disabilities. This involves ensuring appropriate academic instructional match and behavioral supports goal setting monitoring and databased decisionmaking. This work includes but is not limited to planning professional learning opportunities and evaluating the effectiveness of efforts to improve SDI across Iowa. Provide guidance and technical support regarding implementation of Iowas Special Education Procedures Eligibility Standards Evaluation Standards and Specially Designed Instruction initiatives as they apply to educators serving in alternative educational settings including state operated programs detention centers and in comprehensive efforts of the Department and Bureau including Department Division and Bureau meetings and other assigned work are encouraged to include detailed information about their relevant experience in their application or submit a cover letter and resume in addition to their application.
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Education Program Consultant IDEA DA
