IDEA Consultant: Assistive Technology & AEM

Agency
Dept of Public Instruction
Division
Deputy Chief Academic Office
Job Classification Title
Education Program Consultant II (NS)
Position Number
60039522
Grade
NC18
About Us
The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) is charged with implementing the state's public school laws for pre-kindergarten through 12th grade public schools at the direction of the State Superintendent of Public Instruction and State Board of Education.

Description of Work
The Education Program Consultant II position will serve as the State Education Agency lead for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of assistive technology (AT) devices and services across NC Public Schools, including oversight and coordination of efforts related to the provision of accessible educational materials (AEM) for students with print disabilities. This position provides specialized consultation, technical assistance, professional learning, and program leadership to public school units, educators, administrators, families, and community partners to ensure compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the effective integration of AT and AEM into special education services.

Job Responsibilities:

Lead and support statewide efforts to improve access, participation, and outcomes for students with disabilities through the implementation of assistive technology devices and services, as well as the timely provision and use of AEM in appropriate formats.

Interpret and communicate federal and state laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to IDEA and AT, UD, UDL, and AEM.

Coordinate professional learning, analyzing data for program improvement, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure access to technology-enabled learning environments and accessible instructional content.

Respond to inquiries regarding IDEA requirements, state policies, and evidence-based AT practices.

Develop, coordinate, deliver, and evaluate statewide professional learning opportunities related to AT, AEM, UDL and inclusive practices.

Design training materials, guidance documents, webinars, conferences, and workshops for diverse stakeholder groups.

Collect, analyze, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data to assess program effectiveness, identify trends, monitor implementation, and support continuous improvement efforts.

Develop and disseminate resources, tools and implementation supports to improve educational outcomes and access for students with disabilities.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Recruitment Range: $63,927.00 - $92,941.00

Important: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date above.

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Minimum Education and Experience
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Master's degree in the education field to which assigned from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of specifically related experience in public education; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
EEO Statement
T he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:
Tamara Lynn Cherry
Recruiter Email:
TAMARA.CHERRY@DPI.NC.GOV