Special Education Consultant

Special Education Consultant )

Teach Iowa Green Hills Area Education Agency - Council Bluffs, Iowa

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Job : 5535984

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Feb 06, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Green Hills AEA is recruiting for an anticipated Special Education Consultant for the  year. This position is a full time position for a 190 day contract.

Applicant must be eligible for Iowa licensing through the Board of Educational Examiners.

Green Hills AEA employs employees across the southwest region of the state, serving all public and non-public schools in our service area.

Starting salary will be between $55,924 - 86,358 and increased for each year of experience in an educational setting for all others, for a 190 day contract. Additional paid professional development days are available. We offer a competitive starting wage and excellent benefits, including IPERS. Green Hills pays 100% of employee single coverage for medical, dental and vision. We also offer family insurance at a great rate.

See our website for additional information about Green Hills AEA,(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The Special Education Consultant, in partnership with educators, families and communities, integrates consultative, coaching, and collaborative services within educational systems. Special education consultants are instructional specialists who provide ongoing support to district special education and general education teachers delivering services to students with disabilities. The consultant participates in the identification process and program planning of eligible students as well as working to attain the least restrictive environment appropriate for each eligible individual.

Working within the agency's educational framework, the consultant fosters positive learning environments, ensures compliance with state and federal guidelines, and enhances the overall success of learners B-21.

• Education: Master’s degree in special education or education with at least 30 graduate hours in special education.
• Licensure: Iowa Bureau of Educational Examiners license with a Special Education Consultant endorsement.
• Experience: Minimum of four years of successful teaching experience, with at least two years in special education.

• Consultation, Collaboration, and Coaching
  • Act as a liaison among the agency, local schools, families, and community organizations to support learners’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional development.
  • Collaborate, consult, and coach educators in Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) within a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS).
  • Provide consultation and coaching to general and special education teachers on instructional strategies and behavior management.
• Assessment and Intervention
  • Facilitate the implementation of the Child Find and reevaluation processes, including evaluations to determine eligibility for special education services.
  • Assist in developing and implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) aligned with state and federal requirements.
  • Provide individual and group interventions as specified in Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
• Instructional Support
  • Support teachers in adapting curriculum and instructional methods to meet the needs of learners with disabilities.
  • Model and coach evidence-based instructional strategies, including co-teaching and differentiated instruction.
  • Assist schools in using data to make informed decisions about instructional practices.
• Compliance and Documentation
  • Maintain documentation of activities and ensure confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and HIPAA regulations.
  • Ensure adherence to IDEA regulations, state policies, and agency procedures.
  • Provide professional development and training to educators, staff, and families to enhance the implementation of effective educational practices.
• Professional Development
  • Participate in internal and external (as directed) professional learning activities to stay current with trends and evidence-based practices

• Advocate for learners with disabilities and…