Education Specialist - Children's Pavilion

Essential Job Statement

• Meet with patients and families in person or by phone to identify and assess school‑related challenges and educational needs.
• Request and review academic records from schools to gather relevant information that supports educational advocacy and planning.
• Participate in virtual school meetings with families and educational teams to communicate medical information that informs educational decisions and supports individualized learning plans.
• Administer educational assessments, including cognitive and academic achievement tests, to evaluate learning profiles and identify support needs.
• Collaborate with clinical providers to write medically informed letters to schools that align patients’ diagnoses with appropriate educational accommodations and services.
• Coordinate return‑to‑school support by checking in with families and schools to address barriers and ensure a successful academic transition.
• Prepare medical documentation and guidance for students transitioning to college to support their unique healthcare and academic needs.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of all school interactions, testing results, and documentation shared.
• Develop communication strategies and documentation templates to streamline provider‑to‑school communication.
• Perform other duties as assigned and/or participate in special projects to support the mission of VCUHS and the department.
• Provide assistance to team members and accept alternate assignments as required.

Pediatrics (1‑12 years)

Adolescents (13‑17 years)

Adults (18‑64 years)

• Education Required:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Education from an accredited program.
• Education Preferred:
  Master’s degree in Education from an accredited program.

• Licensure
  
  Required:
  
  Professional license with endorsement in Special Education, K‑12 from the Virginia Board of Education.
• Licensure Preferred: N/A.

• Previous experience with special education regulations, IEPs, and transition plans.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clinic staff, school divisions (including private school programs), and community representatives.
• Regular, predictable attendance on site, and ability to take calls while away from the facility.
• Experience with assessment and evaluation of students with chronic illness and disabilities (preferred).

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur. General office environment. May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse. May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc. May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights. May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials. Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and follow infection control policies.

• Lifting/Carrying (0‑50 lbs.), Lifting/Carrying (50‑100 lbs.)
• Push/Pull (0‑50 lbs.), Push/Pull (50‑100 lbs.)
• Stoop, Kneel, Squat, Bending
• Work Position:
  Sitting, Walking, Standing

• Hear alarms, telephone, tape recorder
• Reach above shoulder
• Exposure to dust/fumes
• Exposure to high‑pitched noises

• Strong recall, reasoning, problem solving, hearing, speaking clearly, writing legibly, reading, logical thinking
• Fast‑paced environment, steady pace, able to handle multiple priorities, frequent and intense customer interactions, noisy environment, able to adapt to frequent change

EEO:
This position is open to all qualified applicants. Veterans and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply in accordance with 41 CFR 60‑1.4.