Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant

Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant (LDTC)

(Pending availability of funds and Superintendents approval)

The Superintendent invites qualified and interested candidates to apply for the position of Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant.

Our vision: all Camden students will attend a high quality school where they are valued challenged and prepared for college and careers that positively impact their community and the world. High quality schools have a great teacher in every classroom are housed in safe clean buildings equipped to meet the needs of 21st century learners with the support of an efficient and effective Central Office. All this is possible only with the right team members in place working together with partners and the community to provide all students the academic social and emotional support needed to succeed in school and beyond.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant (LDTC) in Camden City School District will work to identify and support students in need of behavioral emotional or social support and help implement individualized support and interventions at the school-based level. This role is a great opportunity to provide outstanding support to students in need of additional services to ensure that they receive an excellent education in the classroom. Through this role the LDTC will serve as an educational consultant to teachers principals and parents and function as an integral member of the Child Study Team in order to positively impact the academic goals of all students in Camden.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A minimum of a Masters Degree
• Standard New Jersey Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant Certificate
• Required criminal history background check physical and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Major roles and responsibilities include:

• Serve as a part of the Special Services Child Study Team in evaluating classifying and recommending programs for pupils in English and Spanish
• Consult with other district personnel e.g. principals social workers school psychologist counselors teachers and related services personnel regarding pupils behaviors and needs
• Serve as a contact person case manager on the child study team when appropriate or appointed
• Administer educational and perceptual testing to all referrals and as recommended for an evaluation plan in reevaluations
• Assist in identifying and providing consultation and educational programs for classified and non-classified pupils
• Participate in the development of the evaluation plan with child study team
• Consult with parents on site and in their homes concerning pre-referral intervention special class placement referral to outside agencies and program development for pupil
• Consult with school personnel on pupil needs when requested or appropriate and to assist in development of classroom intervention
• Ensure that all records in the case folder are in order and completed within the mandated time frame reviewing and updating at regular intervals
• Participate in the development of IEPs for all assigned pupils
• Perform all duties related to child study team function as assigned by Supervisor/Director
• Will be required to support projects and initiatives in other divisions and departments throughout CCSD on an as-needed basis
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Supervisors designee
• Attend and participate in Back to School Night report card nights and parent-teacher conferences
• Will be required to support projects and initiatives in other divisions and departments throughout CCSD on an as-needed basis
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Supervisors designee

Physical Demands:
The following physical demands are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee must be able to:

• Sit stand walk speak and hear for extended periods for various tasks.
• Use hands and arms to reach handle and operate tools computers or controls.
• Lift and carry items necessary for job performance.
• Use close color peripheral and depth vision and adjust focus as needed.

Environmental Demands:

The following environmental conditions are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position.

• Possible exposure to a range of childhood and adult illnesses.
• Occasional exposure to varying weather conditions.
• Work performed in heated air-conditioned ventilated facilities.
• Moderate to high at times noise level especially during school hours assemblies or events.
• Frequent interruptions from calls walk-ins and urgent requests.
• Possible exposure to cleaning agents instructional materials and equipment-related chemicals.

CORE VALUES

We are seeking individuals who will exemplify the districts core values:

Respect and Humility

We serve our community by recognizing the strengths experiences and perspectives of others. We humbly recognize our own limitations and incorporate lessons we gain from our reflective practice.

Evidence-based

We use evidence to inform decisions and to ensure that we are accountable to our students and families.

Communication & Collaboration

We communicate openly and work collaboratively recognizing that getting to the best possible decisions requires input from others. Honest communications build trust and establish a community that assumes best intentions.

Solutions-oriented

With respect for the complexity of this work and the history that precedes us we focus on persistence resourcefulness and inclusiveness to drive toward solutions.

Additional Information

• Reports To: Principal or a designee appointed by the Principal
• Evaluated By: Principal or a designee appointed by the Principal
• Salary Range: Teachers Salary Guide
• Employment Period: Ten-month tenureable position
• Union Affiliation: Camden Education Associate (CEA)

Benefits

• Full medical dental prescription and vision coverage including spouse child and family coverage
• Mandatory enrollment in NJ Pension (TPAF)
• Optional pre-tax benefits available including flexible spending accounts for childcare healthcare and transportation

Starting Minimum Salary: $59127

Starting Maximum Salary: $94027

HOW TO APPLY

Camden City School District is only accepting electronic applications. Please visit ourDistrict Website to submit your resume cover letter and references today. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

THE CAMDEN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

(Pending availability of funds and Superintendents approval)