Introduction
Do you have knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA) and experience implementing its regulations?
As well as knowledge of the State's special education law, Connecticut General Statues Section 10-76a to 10-76h?
If so, come make an impact by serving your State! Read below and apply today!
The Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) is now accepting applications for the exciting position of Associate Education Consultant within the Bureau of Special Education in Hartford, CT.
WE CAN OFFER YOU:
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
- Full Time, 35 hours per week
- Monday through Friday
- First shift, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
- Hybrid role (combination of in-office/telework)
- We are located at 450 Columbus Blvd in Hartford, CT
- The incumbent will conduct on-site visits to schools and training sites as needed.
Our ideal candidates for the Associate Education Consultant will possess the following knowledge and skills:
- Knowledge of the dispute resolution system.
- Knowledge of services and supports for students with disabilities in general education settings and across the continuum of placements.
- Knowledge of research-based practices and processes for creating access to the general education curriculum for students with disabilities.
- Skills in report and contract writing.
- Familiarity with national trends and other state practices related to student support services.
- Ability to contribute to small group meetings and individual discussions through interpersonal skills and professional knowledge.
- Ability to communicate complex information to a variety of stakeholders and to work with local education agencies to provide support, technical assistance, and accountability systems to achieve demonstrable outcomes of student success.
- Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships within a team-based approach, etc.
NOTE: As approved by the State Department of Education, this position requires specific advanced education and experience in order to meet the needs of the position. Applicants must possess:
- An earned advanced degree in the area of Special Education, School Psychology, Speech/Language Pathology or Social Work AND at least five (5 years) of professional experience in Special Education teaching and/or administration OR an earned advanced degree in law AND professional experience practicing special education law.
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Selection Plan
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BEFORE YOU APPLY:
- Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
- Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date on the job posting.
- Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
- Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
- Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
- Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
- Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.
AFTER YOU APPLY:
- Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).
- Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!
- Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.
- The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
- Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:
Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Jasmyn Raymond at Jasmyn.Raymond@ct.gov.
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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In the Departments of Aging and Disability Services, Education, and the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System assists in planning and executing programs of extensive difficulty and scope for the improvement of education in the state.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
- Assists a Bureau Chief or Education Consultant in supervising various educational programs and services offered by the state;
- Assists in the development and administration of certain programs of major importance or may develop and administer other programs within the framework of bureau policy;
- Provides professional leadership and guidance to school authorities, professional organizations, students and various community groups and individuals;
- May assist in directing the routine functioning of the bureau;
- Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
- Considerable knowledge of the philosophy and methods of education with particular reference to the field concerned;
- Teaching skill;
- Ability to
- prepare reports;
- deal effectively with others.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
An earned advanced degree and five (5) years of professional experience OR in lieu thereof an equivalent combination of experience and training as approved by the appropriate Board and/or appointing authority.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience developing and delivering special education presentations to educators or parents.
- Experience interpreting State and Federal special education laws resulting in written guidance to educators or parents.
- Experience working with individuals responsible for educational programs for special education children.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Incumbents in this class in certain positions may be required to possess an appropriate certificate issued by State Board of Education.
Conclusion
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.