ANTCIPATED OPENING - The Training Consultant(s) primary role is to provide information, training and technical assistance regarding evidence based best practices related to their assigned initiative area to improve learning opportunities for students. The consultant offers school professionals experiences with standards-aligned, special education best practices, culturally responsive and high quality core instruction, universal screening, data-based decision-making, tiered services, research skills, etc.

Ten month position of which four working days are scheduled in the summer as per district service requests.  Required to provide services to educators in Northampton, Monroe, and Pike counties. Position requires flexible schedule and some overnight travel.

Goal:  Provide professional development training, coaching, consultation and technical assistance to support our member school districts, charter schools, and CIU 20 programs in meeting the requirements of Chapter 4 and IDEA to improve teaching and learning for all students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide training and technical assistance for LEAs, agencies and parents involved in statewide special education initiatives, or as required by federal and state regulations, or to meet local needs, in the form of guided practice and evaluation of interventions.

2. Facilitate training and technical assistance, coaching, consultation, etc. in the area of curriculum adaptations, Progress Monitoring, PA Core Standards, Alternate Eligible Content, PSSA, Keystones, PASA, and other assessment areas as assigned.

3. Assist school districts, charters and agencies in developing expertise related to inclusionary practices in school-age programs utilizing effective instruction and practices, to accommodate students with special needs and students with diverse backgrounds.

4. Facilitate training and technical assistance for LEAs by integrating research-based strategies into practice.

5. Participate in PDE/PaTTAN sponsored training sessions, job alike networking and planning meetings; implement and disseminate related materials and information.

6. Demonstrate a working knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Act, Chapters 4,14,15,16 of the School Code and an understanding of how these impact the provision of special education services.

7. Maintain a steady response to unpredictable situations, ability to remain calm and productive during stressful situations. Demonstrate independent judgement, discretion and confidentiality.
8.  Participate in workshops/seminars to increase knowledge in education and effective best practice as recommended by the immediate supervisor or required of the position.
9.  Maintain knowledge, skill and ability to analyze data made available through the varied data tools and resources to assist LEA’s in making informed decisions related to curriculum, instruction and assessment.
10. Ability to acquire and apply new knowledge quickly and manage multiple projects and deadlines.
11.  Demonstrate self-motivation, be able to sustain effort and enthusiasm in the quality of work and establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships.
12.  Perform other job-related duties as required or assigned by the Director of Curriculum in conjunction with the Assistant Director of Curriculum.

Property and Confidentiality Requirements:
1. The person employed in this position shall maintain confidentiality with regard to the personal and private information about clients and coworkers, programs and services and any other proprietary information accrued as a result of CIU20 employment or as required by state or federal laws and regulations.
2. The person employed in this position must adhere to all requirements identified in thePennsylvania's Code of Professional Practice and Conduct for Educators
3. The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform their supervisor and the Director of Human Resources of the need for any accommodations that may be required.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Your online application material will be screened and reviewed by the program administrator. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by the administrator regarding the interview date and time.  Please be certain to fill out all areas as requested in the resume section.  

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