ECRP Teacher Consultant

Job Description

Job Description

The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District’s team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment.

In pursuit of our mission, we are looking to hire an ECRP Teacher Consultant who will split time between Averill and Gier Park. The Teacher Consultant will provide critical support to Special Education students, collaborating with teachers and school administration to improve student behaviors and academic outcomes. This role involves developing and monitoring individualized plans for at-risk learners, providing staff with guidance on effective interventions, and ensuring compliance with special education regulations. The Teacher Consultant will also engage with families, staff, and the community to support student success and promote a positive learning environment.

Qualifications - Education & Certification

• Master’s Degree and prior approval as a Teacher Consultant by the Michigan Department of Education.
• ECSE Endorsement (ZN or ZS)
• Any K-12 Special Education endorsement

Qualifications - Prior Experience

• Experience working with Special Education students, including support for learning disabilities and emotional impairments.
• Familiarity with child growth and development, assessment methods, and classroom management strategies.

Qualifications - Skills & Knowledge

• Strong understanding of special education regulations, particularly regarding Child Study Teams and program requirements.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Lead and Classroom Teachers to address student behaviors and academic needs.
• Effective communication skills in English, both oral and written.
• Proficiency in using electronic equipment for data management, information retrieval, and presentations.
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.

Sample Job Responsibilities

• Maintain a caseload of at-risk learners, providing support and behavioral interventions to promote academic success.
• Develop, monitor, and communicate individual student goals and improvement plans.
• Collaborate with school administration to address and support the academic needs of at-risk students.
• Conduct staff development sessions to improve intervention strategies for academic and behavioral success.
• Track and analyze student data to measure academic and behavioral growth.
• Identify and report cases of child abuse and neglect.
• Attend staff meetings, participate in relevant committees, and provide resources to support school and community programs.

Salary is determined based on education, certification, and experience in equivalent roles, per the LSEA contract.

At Lansing School District, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We foster a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite passionate individuals dedicated to educational excellence to apply for our positions .

We value internal mobility and list "Strong Internal Candidate" when considering an internal candidate before posting a job. We still encourage all candidates to apply.

Complete the attached online application at your earliest convenience. If selected, we will contact you to set up an interview. While we strive to provide prompt feedback, the high volume of applicants may limit our ability to do so. All of our jobs will be posted for at least 10 days (unless otherwise noted), but we will review applications on a rolling basis.

External candidates interested in multiple positions within the same department need only apply to one posting and can indicate other roles of interest in the final question. We will consider your application for various roles based on your qualifications.

Internal candidates should apply using their SSO email address and submit separate applications for each role of interest.

Thank you for your interest in joining our mission-driven team. We look forward to meeting you!

This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the Lansing School District reserves the right to modify job responsibilities as needed. Due to the evolving needs of the District,  additional job responsibilities may be assigned (depending on funding sources).