Consultant, Low Incidence Disabilities

JOB SUMMARY: Provide regional leadership, technical assistance, and staff development to ESC-20 clients in the area of services related to low incidence disabilities.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS/ABILITIES

Knowledge

• Master's degree required from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for special education (includes Licensed Specialist in School Psychology, LSSP) required.
• Three years of relevant teaching experience, including serving students with low incidence disabilities, severe/profound disabilities, and those receiving related services.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with state curriculum and assessment.
• Knowledge of modifying and adapting curriculum and instruction
• Knowledge of assistive technology implementation to support students with low incidence disabilities.
• Knowledge of strategies to integrate technology into the curriculum, including assistive technology, to support students with low incidence disabilities

Skills/Abilities

• Ability to interpret data and evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness.
• Ability to develop and deliver training to adult learners.
• Proficiency with standard functions within applications such as Microsoft 365/Google, (word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software), e-mail, web browsers, and databases.
• Proficiency with computers (PCs and/or MACs) to include file and desktop management and operations, and working in a cloud-based and/or networked environment.
• Exceptions to these requirements will be considered based on exemplary skills, training, and record of success.

PRODUCTS/OUTCOMES

• Execute statewide initiative implementation activities as assigned.
• Provide instructional leadership, technical assistance and staff development for administrators, teachers and service providers to foster the educational success of students with low incidence disabilities, including those with severe/profound disabilities.
• Work cooperatively with directors, campus principals, and related/speech service providers in developing support services for classroom teachers to best serve students with low incidence disabilities.
• Develop, disseminate and revise resources related to students with low incidence disabilities gaining access to the general education curriculum, including curriculum design, adaptive teaching/lesson plans, inclusive strategies, and state assessment decisions.
• Work cooperatively with other specialists to plan support services for general education and special education teachers to best serve students with low incidence disabilities.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of services for students with low incidence disabilities and recommend changes as needed.
• Plan and provide staff development for teachers, administrators, related/speech service providers and staff to address the comprehensive needs of students with low incidence disabilities.
• Observe classroom instruction and provide feedback and assistance to classroom teachers to facilitate improvement and innovation.
• Demonstrate teaching strategies with students in classroom.
• Maintain online content and update contact databases for areas of responsibility.

INITIATIVE

• Demonstrate initiative, persistence, and a proactive approach to assigned responsibilities.
• Demonstrate the use of sound judgement and ingenuity in problem solving to meet the needs of the Center and clients served.
• Seek, participate, and engage in job-related learning and development experiences that provide professional growth.
• Remain current with industry standards, developments, and applicable laws/regulations; implement accordingly.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to new situations and assignments.
• Set challenging goals and reach a high standard of performance despite barriers encountered.
• Perform duties with awareness of broader organizational impact, ensuring actions and decisions support department and organizational success.
• Make connections with individual responsibilities and the Center's Mission, Vision, goals and objectives.
• Promote and support continuous improvement and organizational change.
• Work under minimal supervision.

COMMUNICATION/HUMAN RELATIONS

• Model the Principles of Public Service (Policy AD LOCAL).
• Communicate in a timely and effective manner and interact professionally.
• Build professional relationships with colleagues and clients, maintaining regular interaction to meet shared outcomes.
• Demonstrate self-confidence, professionalism, and a high level of customer service skills (e.g., courtesy, patience, diplomacy, etc.) at all times and, in particular, when under stressful or unprecedented situations while working with colleagues and clients.
• Demonstrate professional-level written and oral communication skills.
• Work collaboratively in a team setting.
• Keep supervisors informed.
• Regularly handle and maintain confidentiality of sensitive communications and information at all times.

SUPERVISION AND ORGANIZATION OF STAFF

• None.

BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY

• Be aware of and follow Center guidelines of allowable costs when recommending use of public funds for expenditures for supplies, equipment, and facilities in area of assignment.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS & ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer, peripherals, copy machine, phone, etc.
• Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional standing, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
• Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
• Lifting: Light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional heavy lifting/carrying (15-50 pounds).
• Environment: This role primarily operates in an in-person, dynamic office setting, characterized by frequent verbal communication, movement, and collaboration among team members (small to large in-person gatherings/meetings); exposure to low or intense illumination; exposure to office equipment noise; may work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent travel; and, occasional remote work (after pre-determined length of employment).
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Champion and model the Center's Mission, Vision, Core Values, and Service Standards.
• Function within the policies and procedures of ESC-20.
• Accept other responsibilities as assigned.
• Dress and groom appropriately for the ESC-20 work setting.
• Travel independently to fulfill responsibilities of the position.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance, majority in-person/onsite.
• Serve at the will of the Executive Director.

FUNDING

• This position is funded in whole or in part by a federal grant administered under the Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR) and is subject to the cost principles outlined in 2 CFR Part 200 Subpart E (Uniform Guidance). All costs associated with this position must be allowable, allocable, and reasonable under federal guidelines. The employee is expected to maintain time and effort documentation consistent with federal requirements.

Deadline to apply: October 26, 2026