Educational Consultant/Professional Development Personnel/TaC

SUMMARY: This position entails working with component school districts within BLaST Intermediate Unit 17 to help build knowledge in the area of IDEA 97, PA Academic Standards, Curriculum, and Assessment, FAPE, and Inclusive Practices. The consultant will deliver in-person, virtual, and/or hybrid trainings and coordinate activities and meetings for educators regarding best practices, state mandates, and specific student-based needs, especially for low-incidence students. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Schedule and conduct in-person or virtual curriculum resource training for staff development within districts. Serve as a consultant to the districts, as needed, on best practices in specified areas, including but not limited to Pennsylvania Academic Standards, Inclusive Practices, FAPE, Instructional Strategies, and MTSS. Demonstrate effective interpersonal, listening, verbal, and communication skills that exhibit a strong working knowledge of and willingness to be flexible and quickly adapt to required changes around: Pennsylvania Academic Standards, the Statewide System of Assessment, IDEA, ESSA, Chapters 4, 12, 14, and 504 (Pennsylvania Special Education Regulations), Indicator 13, and other mandates. The curriculum process, MTSS, tiered intervention, the integration of curriculum with technology, and other best practices in the field. Interpret a variety of reports and assessments to help districts link IDEA, ESSA, the Pennsylvania Academic Standards, and the Pennsylvania Statewide Assessment. Serve as a liaison between education agencies and service agencies to help districts and caregivers meet student needs and the legal requirements of the Least Restrictive Environment and FAPE. Consult with districts during the strategic planning process to meet the needs of all students. Attend in-person or virtual, as needed, PDE, PaTTAN, and other mandated meetings. Integrate effective use of technology. Exhibit excellent team-building skills with a strong work ethic, energetic enthusiasm, and interest in successfully accomplishing assigned responsibilities, while working flexible hours and work year. Understand the demands and demonstrate skills for strong customer service delivery to maintain positive relationships, provide high-quality educational solutions, and resolve inquiries using professionalism. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: PA Teacher Certification in Education, K-12 special education certification preferred A bachelor's degree is required, but a Masters degree is preferred. A minimum of 3 – 5 years of teaching experience at the K–12 level Previous staff training experience preferred Highly qualified status consistent with ESSA preferred. QBS-Safety Care certificate(s), or other de-escalation techniques and physical intervention training certification without competency restrictions, required by the Intermediate Unit or host agency, as requested Valid state driver’s license and ability to drive without advanced notice Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Schedule: Monday to Friday Ability to Relocate: Williamsport, PA: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person