Special Education School Age Support Specialist (Education Specialist III)

State of Nebraska•Lincoln, NE

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join our team as a Special Education School Age Support Specialist and make a meaningful impact on Nebraska's most vulnerable student populations while influencing education across the state. In this role, you'll provide content expertise to Nebraska schools, promoting the implementation of Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) and ensuring that each student's individual needs are addressed. We're seeking a team-oriented individual with a strong sense of accountability and integrity, prioritizing customer satisfaction. If you're passionate about advocacy, dedicated to meeting the unique needs of every student, and eager to make a real difference, we encourage you to join our team. The Nebraska Department of Education does not sponsor or transfer non-immigrant work visas for these positions. This position is assigned to our office located at 84th & O St, Lincoln, NE.

Requirements

Master's degree in the field of education or related subject area
Two years of successful preK-12 teaching or school administration experience in an approved or accredited Nebraska school, or equivalent teaching or school administration experience in another state or country
Eligible for/possess a current Nebraska Teaching or Administrative Certificate per §79-807
A Nebraska Teaching or Administrative Certificate per 92 NAC 21 must be possessed by the time the candidate begins employment at the Nebraska Department of Education and an active certificate maintained while in the Education Specialist position.
Possesses a valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Education, endorsement in Special Education
At least three years of experience working in serving students with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Conducts district compliance monitoring for schools and infant & toddler programs.
Provides technical assistance to support continuous improvement and regulatory compliance.
Assists with collection, analysis, and use of data through the Improving Learning for Children with Disabilities (ILCD) process to support student achievement and program improvement.
Supports Results Driven Accountability (RDA) monitoring activities and implementation of improvement strategies aligned with state and federal accountability requirements.
Plans and implements priority IDEA Part B-611 projects and professional development activities to implement evidence-based practices and improve outcomes for students with disabilities.
Administers and manages grant activities and budgets, and evaluates project outcomes ensuring compliance with grant requirements.
Assists with the Requests for Proposals (RFP) review process, State Board approval, and Grant Adjustment Notice (GAN) awards, and ongoing oversight for competitive grant programs.
Provides consultation related to effective instructional strategies and supports for students with disabilities in all content areas.
Develops and delivers professional learning experiences and provides resources related to special education, IDEA, Rule 51, policy and procedure reviews, and evidence-based practices.
Promotes Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and provides support to improve access and participation in general education curriculum for students with disabilities.
Supports training regarding MTSS, evidence-based practices, and working with students with disabilities, and assists with development and delivery of training.
Maintains regular & reliable attendance, possesses a valid driver’s license and travels independently, and works in a variety of settings.

Benefits

79% employer-paid health insurance
dental
vision
long and short-term disability
flex spending and health savings accounts
employee discount program
Generous vacation and sick leave earnings each year (starting at 12 days each!)
a variety of other leave types
156% state-matched retirement for state plans, or 101% state-matched retirement for school plans
Thirteen paid holidays per year