Transition/Curriculum Consultant

Transition/Curriculum Consultant $8,000 SIGN-ON BONUS For eligible candidates FULL TIME

• SCHOOL YEAR POSITION with generous benefit package. REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education/Special Education Supervisor LOCATION: Clare-Gladwin Area School (serving Clare & Gladwin County school districts) WORK SCHEDULE: Five (5) days per week as per the local school districts' schedule and calendar. SALARY RANGE: According to the Terms of the Master Agreement with AFT . Anticipated Hiring Range: $51,064 - $55,280 annually. Placement on the salary schedule will be determined by qualifications and experience. STARTING DATE: As soon as possible JOB SUMMARY: The Transition and Curriculum Consultant position is a dual role. The Transition Consultant portion of the role is responsible for advising teachers and counselors on supporting students and families through planning daily living, employment and education/training, as well as agency collaboration across ages 14-26. The Curriculum Consultant portion would be responsible for researching, recommending, assisting with implementation, and coaching of curriculum targeting both resource room and self-contained programming across all ages. PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: Provide transition planning support by collaborating with students, families, teachers, and counselors to prepare students for post-secondary education, employment, and independent living. Lead curriculum development and implementation by researching, recommending, and supporting evidence-based instructional programs for resource room and self-contained classrooms. Coach and support educators through professional development, instructional coaching, and implementation support to ensure effective teaching practices and curriculum fidelity. Coordinate community partnerships and transition services by serving as a liaison between schools, families, employers, community agencies, and post-secondary providers. Ensure compliance with special education transition requirements by providing training, maintaining required documentation, completing Indicator B-13 reporting, and supporting IEP transition planning.

QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in education or a field of study related to special education is required. Three (3) years of satisfactory teaching experience in special education is required. Previous experience in transition planning and curriculum implementation in local or Intermediate School District (ISD) level programming with a background in the following is preferred.

Experience with individuals with developmental, emotional, physical and cognitive impairments. Working knowledge of transition assessment. Interpersonal skills necessary of community and district relationships. Knowledge and awareness of best practices in curriculum implementation and development. Meets requirements as stated in Michigan Administration Rules for Special Education as defined in R340.

1781, R340.1782, and R340.1799. Valid Teaching Certificate or related service provider field with Special Education endorsement. Valid Michigan Driver's License. Application Deadline: Open Until Filled Attachment(s): Job Description

• Transition/Curriculum Consultant