Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant (LDTC)
In our District, we put students first. Our vision: all Camden students will attend a high quality school where they are valued, challenged, and prepared for college and careers that positively impact their community and the world. High quality schools have a great teacher in every classroom, are housed in safe, clean buildings equipped to meet the needs of 21st century learners, with the support of an efficient and effective Central Office. All this is possible only with the right team members in place, working together with partners and the community to provide all students the academic, social, and emotional supports needed to succeed in school and beyond. Read more here.
The Superintendent invites qualified and interested candidates to apply for the position of LDTC.
Across the District, our staff maintain a clear focus on ensuring that every student in the city is enrolled in an excellent school that meets his or her unique needs. The District believes in the power of high expectations and the extraordinary potential of our students.
A teacher in the Camden City School District will serve as a classroom leader who works to provide exceptional instruction that affords all students the opportunity to excel academically and meet grade level standards. The teacher will bring content-specific expertise to their instructional planning and delivery that equips students with the skills necessary to become informed, successful citizens in a global economy. The teacher will collaborate closely with other staff members to ensure that all students receive outstanding support and services. Through this role, the teacher will work relentlessly to increase student achievement levels by consistently setting rigorous academic and behavioral goals for students, monitoring progress towards these goals through data analysis, and adjusting course when necessary. The teacher will work to actively build positive and beneficial relationships with parents, guardians and community members in order to positively impact their students’ academic performance.
ROLE OVERVIEW
To serve as member of Child Study Team and educational consultant to teachers, principals and parents.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
A minimum of a Master’s Degree
Standard New Jersey Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant Certificate.
Required criminal history background check, physical and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
Major roles and responsibilities include:
To be a part of the Special Services Child Study Team in evaluating, classifying and recommending programs for pupils.
To consult with other district personnel, e.g., principals, social workers, school psychologist, counselors, teachers and related services personnel regarding pupil’s behaviors and needs.
To serve as a contact person, case manager, on the child study team when appropriate or appointed.
To administer educational and perceptual testing to all referrals and as recommended for an evaluation plan in reevaluations.
To assist in identifying and providing consultation and educational programs for classified and non-classified pupils.
To participate in the development of the evaluation plan with child study team.
To consult with parents on site and in their homes concerning pre-referral intervention, special class placement, referral to outside agencies and program development for pupil.
To consult with school personnel on pupil needs when requested or appropriate and to assist in development of classroom intervention.
To ensure that all records in the case folder are in order and completed within the mandated time frame, reviewing and updating at regular intervals.
To participate in the development of IEP’s for all assigned pupils.
Will be required to support projects and initiatives in other divisions and departments throughout CCSD on an as-needed basis
Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Supervisor’s designee
CORE VALUES
We are seeking individuals who will exemplify the district’s core values:
Equity for All Students
We make decisions and implement policies that honor all students’ needs and empower our students and their families. We believe in equality of opportunity—all students deserve a fair shot.
Respect and Humility
We serve our community by recognizing the strengths, experiences, and perspectives of others. We humbly recognize our own limitations and incorporate lessons we gain from our reflective practice.
Evidence-based
We use evidence to inform decisions and to ensure that we are accountable to our students and families.
Communication & Collaboration
We communicate openly and work collaboratively, recognizing that getting to the best possible decisions requires input from others. Honest communications build trust and establish a community that assumes best intentions.
Solutions-oriented
With respect for the complexity of this work and the history that precedes us, we focus on persistence, resourcefulness, and inclusiveness to drive toward solutions.
REPORTS TO AND EVALUATED BY
Supervisor of Special Services and through the Supervisor to the Director of Special Services
Supervisor of Special Education, Compliance, and Data
SALARY, EMPLOYMENT PERIOD, AND UNION AFFILIATION
Salary Range:
Employment Period
Union Affiliation
(Pending availability of funds and Superintendent’s approval)
THE CAMDEN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
