Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant

KEARNY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
SUPERINTENDENT’S BULLETIN #106

• Must hold or be immediately eligible for NJDOE Standard LDTC certification.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations governing special education; and demonstrated ability to effectively assess children's learning characteristics, design appropriate instructional strategies and plan educational programs.
• Strong interpersonal skills

• Participates in the evaluation, classification and placement of all students with special needs
• Assesses academic proficiency and learning characteristics of each student referred to the child study team for evaluation and interprets the findings in written reports and informal conferences.
• Assists in the development and coordination of an appropriate individualized education program for each student requiring special education and/or related services.
• Consults with classroom teachers, administrators and parents regarding special instructional methods and/or materials necessary to meet the specific needs of individual students
• Serves as a case manager as assigned and maintains appropriate case records
• Performs all duties required as a member of the child study team by administrative code, state and federal laws and board policy
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Director of Special Services