Learning Disability Teacher Consultant

Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant (LDTC)

Reports to Assistant Superintendent for Special Education and Student Personnel Services

Qualifications

1. Valid New Jersey Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant (LDTC) certification

issued by the New Jersey Department of Education.

2. Master’s Degree in Special Education, Educational Psychology, or a related field.

3. Comprehensive understanding of federal and state special education regulations,

including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and New Jersey

Administrative Code (N.J.A.C. 6A:14).

4. Demonstrated ability to administer, interpret, and apply results from a range of

standardized and non-standardized assessment tools to identify and support student

needs.

5. Proven capacity to collaborate effectively with students, families, and educators.

6. Strong analytical, communication, writing, and interpersonal skills.

7. Demonstrated excellence in data-informed decision-making and development of

individualized learning strategies.

8. Maintains professionalism, discretion, and cultural sensitivity in all interactions.

9. Any alternative qualifications as approved by the Board of Education, except where

certification is required.

Position Goal

To provide comprehensive assessment, consultation, and collaborative support services that

inform effective instruction and intervention strategies for students with or at risk for

learning disabilities.

Essential Responsibilities

1. Serve as a key member of the Child Study Team in evaluating students and

developing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that align with district goals

and state standards.

2. Collaborate with classroom teachers, specialists, and related service providers to

support the implementation of IEPs and evidence-based instructional practices.

3. Facilitate CST and parent meetings to interpret assessment results, guide educational

planning, and ensure understanding of student needs and services.

4. Provide teachers with diagnostic insights and instructional recommendations for

supporting diverse learners.

Lead and coordinate CST meetings, ensuring timely communication and

documentation.

6. Partner with resource and special education teachers to design, implement, and

monitor targeted instructional interventions.

7. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of curriculum frameworks, intervention

methodologies, and assistive technologies to adapt learning experiences for individual

student needs.

8. Serve as a case manager for assigned students, maintaining accurate and confidential

records, monitoring progress, and ensuring compliance with timelines.

Terms of Employment: Ten-month position. Compensation and benefits to be determined by the Superintendent and approved by the Board of Education.