Special Education ECSE Teacher Consultant (2679)

May 8 2026

We announce the following SPECIAL EDUCATION ECSE TEACHER CONSULTANTvacancy in Rochester Community Schools for the 2026-2 school year.

SPECIAL EDCATION - ECSETEACHER CONSULTANT

DISTRICTWIDE

1.0 FTE

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Michigan Teaching certificate required with appropriate endorsements in CI ASD EI or LD
• Minimum three years successful teaching experience preferred.
• Masters degree in Special Education or related field required.
• Demonstrated experience working with students who have a wide range of disabilities and eligibility categories including those in categorical (self-contained) classrooms and delivering instruction to varying ages.
• Knowledge of Special Educations rules and regulations.
• Experience with data collection and progress monitoring
• Knowledge and experience using Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS).
• Strong leadership qualities with the ability to support and guide educational teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with staff families and external partners.
• Deep understanding of federal and state special education laws including IDEA and MARSE.
• Proven organizational skills and ability to plan and use time efficiently.
• Knowledge of Michigan K-12 Curriculum Standards including extended standards.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

REPORTS TO: Executive Director of Special Education and Supervisor of Early Childhood & Elementary Special Ed.

JOB GOAL:

To provide leadership and consultation to general education and special education personnel on behalf of students with disabilities related to academic instruction.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Serve as Special Education Leader REA team member districtwide.
2. Participate in and support the success of special education programs and services within RCS through instructional coaching attending leadership meetings coaching training implementation team meetings and scheduling.
3. Knowledge and ability to effectively apply the Michigan K - 12 Standards (and extended standards) with particular emphasis on teaching learning and assessment.
4. Knowledge of and commitment to regularly use technology as an instructional tool to enhance communication consultation and work productivity.
5. Collaborate with general education curriculum team members to promote the value of students maintaining their least restrictive placement and succeeding in the general education environment.
6. Demonstrate excellent leadership and effective interpersonal communication skills that build trust and relationships among all stakeholders to support the implementation of special education programs and the problem-solving process with fidelity and to ensure consistency and student-centered planning.
7. Assist school staff with appropriate data collection methods evaluation of the data and participate in the problem-solving process.
8. Model for and coach district staff in the use of evidence-based Instructional and/or classroom management practices accommodations and modifications to include assessments pedagogy and learning environments to increase student engagement and outcomes.
9. Keep the building principal Special Education Executive Director and Supervisors informed of any issues that may significantly impact the delivery of special education programs and services.
10. Strive to maintain and improve professional competence by staying up-to-date with current research and practices by attending pertinent conferences when available.
11. Work Collaboratively with building Categorical teams to provide ongoing support and resources and promote an inclusive environment.
12. Participate as an active member of the Multi-Disciplinary Evaluation Team (MET) in the evaluation of the educational needs of students.
13. Serve as an assessment coordinator for required testing.
14. Provide ongoing support for paraprofessionals through regular communication scheduling and training.
15. Maintain accurate complete records as required by law district policy and administrative request.

Adopted 6/2022

Revised 8/2024; 5/2025

Required Experience:

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