Description:

Heartland AEA has a full-time position available for the 2024-25 school year, based out of the Johnston regional office. The assignment will be in the West Des Moines School District. This position will have a 192-day contract. This position requires the person to have a strong background in academics, behavior and transition. The Special Education Consultant should have a strong background in behavior and the ability to support the development of FBAs and BIPs. Requires ongoing collaboration, coaching and evaluation in curriculum activities and techniques, serving on evaluation/reevaluation teams for children suspected of needing special education/receiving IEP services and ensuring parental involvement in education activities. Experience leading systemic school improvement in the area of literacy and math within tiered systems of supports (MTSS) is desired.

Qualifications:

Qualified candidates must have demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with parents, team members, administrators and LEA staff and must also demonstrate strong organizational skills, time management, and the ability to adapt to a changing system. The position requires a master's degree, 4 years teaching experience (2 in special education), and the Special Education Consultant endorsement (or ability to obtain).

Job Description

Our mission at Heartland AEA is to improve the learning outcomes and well-being of all children and youth by providing services and leadership in partnership with families, schools and communities. Heartland AEA does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetics, pregnancy, disability, military or veteran status, parental, family or marital status. We provide services to an ever-growing variety of students and families across central Iowa, and it is our duty to work to provide that same diversity among the individuals we employ.

We strive to cultivate an environment that fosters a healthy work-life balance by providing a wide variety of employee benefits, including but not limited to,

• No-cost individual healthcare coverage
• IPERS retirement benefit
• Opportunities for a flexible work schedule depending on position
• Time off including Winter Break
• On-going coaching and mentoring for professional growth
• An Employee Assistance Program and a Wellness Program