IDEA Program Monitoring Consultant
About The Position
This role provides professional services and technical assistance to Local Education Agencies (LEAs), State Operated Programs, Non-Public Schools, and the Exceptional Children (EC) Division, particularly during monitoring and improvement processes. The Office of Exceptional Children provides general supervision, professional learning, and technical assistance to all local education agencies, including charter schools, state operated programs, the innovative school district, lab schools, and other state agencies and approved private agencies that provide special education to children and youth classified as disabled. Approximately 14% of the students being educated in North Carolina are exceptional. All require specially designed instruction (SDI) to receive the full benefit of their education. Some also require related services like physical, occupational or speech therapy; assistive technology; or adapted classroom facilities or equipment. Most receive special education services in regular classroom settings; others receive instruction in resource classes. A small percentage of exceptional students receive educational services in separate classes within regular schools, in separate day or residential schools, and sometimes in hospitals or in their homes. It is the mission of the Exceptional Children Division to assure that all these students develop academically, mentally, physically, emotionally and vocationally through the provision of an appropriate individualized education in the least restrictive environment.
Requirements
- Master's degree in education, school administration, business administration, or public administration from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of responsible administrative experience in an education environment at the local, state, or federal level; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Valid Driver's License
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of state and federal laws related to programs and services for children with disabilities.
- Hold current educator licensure in: Special Education, OR School Administration: Principal, OR Exceptional Children Program Administrator.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical assistance and professional support to Local Education Agencies (LEAs), State Operated Programs, Non-Public Schools, and the Exceptional Children (EC) Division.
- Support and guide LEAs through monitoring processes.
- Stay current on and communicate state and federal special education laws, regulations, and emerging trends.
- Design and deliver training, staff development, and technical assistance through on-site visits, conferences, and virtual methods.
- Monitor compliance by reviewing programs, analyzing data, and ensuring timely correction of non-compliance through verification activities.
- Collaborate with educators and multidisciplinary professionals to analyze needs and support effective administration, curriculum, assessment, and instruction for students with special needs.
- Ensure timely correction of non-compliance through verification activities such as site visits, data analysis, and ongoing communication.
Benefits
- Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
