Educational Consultant

Educational Expert Witness Consultant – Special Education Location: New York City, NY Position Type: Part-Time / Independent Consultant Work Arrangement: Primarily Remote; In-Person Attendance as Required Position Overview We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Educational Expert Witness Consultant to provide professional consultation, case review, analysis, and expert testimony in matters involving special education students in New York City. The Expert Witness Consultant will review educational records and provide independent professional opinions regarding a student's educational needs, special education programming, services, evaluations, placement, and related educational matters. The consultant may support cases involving IEPs, special education services, due process proceedings, impartial hearings, and other educational disputes . This position is primarily remote ; however, in-person participation may be required on a case-by-case basis for student observations, meetings, hearings, testimony, or other case-related activities. This is a part-time independent consultant position and does not include health insurance or employee benefits . Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive reviews of student educational records, including IEPs, evaluations, progress reports, academic records, assessments, service records, prior written notices, and other relevant documentation. Analyze students' educational needs, programming, services, accommodations, modifications, goals, and placement. Evaluate whether proposed or implemented educational programs appropriately address the student's identified needs. Review educational evaluations and other professional assessments relevant to the case. Provide objective, professional opinions based on the consultant's expertise, review of the record, and other appropriate case information. Prepare written expert reports, summaries, recommendations, declarations, affidavits, or other case-related documentation when requested. Participate in case consultations and strategy meetings with attorneys, educational advocates, parents, and other professionals. Conduct student or program observations when appropriate and authorized. Provide expert testimony during impartial hearings, depositions, administrative proceedings, or other legal proceedings when requested. Clearly explain educational terminology, special education practices, IEP components, student needs, and professional recommendations during testimony. Review opposing expert reports or other educational evidence when requested and provide professional analysis. Maintain thorough records regarding case review, consultation, preparation, and testimony. Maintain confidentiality of student, family, educational, and legal information. Remain objective and independent when forming and presenting professional opinions. Areas of Expertise Candidates should possess substantial knowledge and professional experience in areas such as special education programming, IEP development and implementation, evaluations and assessments, academic interventions, accommodations and modifications, related services, student progress monitoring, educational placement, and services for students with disabilities. Familiarity with IDEA, New York special education procedures, NYC Public Schools, and special education due process/impartial hearing matters is strongly preferred. Qualifications Advanced degree in Special Education, Education, Educational Leadership, or another relevant discipline preferred. Appropriate professional certification, licensure, credentials, and/or demonstrated expertise within the individual's professional discipline. Significant professional experience working in special education. Strong knowledge of IEP development, special education programming, evaluations, services, and placement considerations. Experience working with students with a range of disabilities and educational needs. Experience with NYC Public Schools and/or New York special education matters preferred. Prior experience serving as an expert witness, participating in due process proceedings, or providing professional testimony preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to review extensive educational records and clearly communicate complex findings. Ability to provide professional, objective, and defensible opinions within the individual's area of expertise. Ability to meet case deadlines and participate in hearings or meetings as scheduled. Work Arrangement & Availability The position is primarily remote , including record review, report preparation, consultations, and case preparation. The Expert Witness Consultant must be available for in-person services in New York City when required by an individual case , including observations, meetings, hearings, or testimony. Scheduling will vary according to case assignments, hearing dates, deadlines, and client needs. Compensation & Benefits This is a part-time independent consultant position . Compensation will be established based on the assigned case and services required. No health insurance or other employee benefits are provided with this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nteasee Tutors