Special Education Specialist

At Measured Progress, we believe that every child can learn — and every day, our passion, knowledge and expertise make that belief a reality. As a national leader in K-12 educational assessment, we’ve created an unrivaled standard in large-scale, customized assessment programs and professional development services … and we’ve created a work environment to match. Join us at our beautiful new campus in Dover, NH, and discover the satisfaction that comes with realizing your own potential.

Special Education Specialist

Specialist will provide program leadership in administering assessment programs across multiple contracts for students with significant cognitive special needs. The programs will be on a national scale in fulfillment of the provisions of IDEA 97 and the NCLB Act of 2001. This position reports directly to the Special Education Director. Additional responsibilities include the following:

• Consult with Measured Progress program manager, subcontractor, and/or the state education agencies regarding the program's design, planning, and implementation.
• Conduct in-state professional development workshops with educational professionals on the implementation of alternate assessments.
• Develop and write implementation manuals, resource guides, and presentation materials as needed.
• Act as the main liaison with Measured Progress staff and the state agency on all development issues for the contract, and conduct in-state development meetings as required.
• Assist the Measured Progress program manager and/or subcontractor with communicating the program’s design, objectives, and deadlines to internal personnel to ensure the contract is carried out on time and according to contract specifications.
• Possess excellent facilitation, organization, and both written and oral communication skills for presentations as well as internal and external communications.
• Exhibit a high level of proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Power Point, Excel, Word, and Project Manager.
• Overnight travel (including overnight stays) of up to 50% expected.

Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in special education, or a directly applicable discipline required
• Minimum of three years' teaching experience in special education (preferably with students with significant cognitive disabilities) and district and/or state level education experience

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