Job Description
Special Education Extensive Support Needs Consultant - Regional Professional Development Center
Southeast Missouri State University Salary: $0.00 Monthly
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202500101
Location: Cape Girardeau, MO
Department: Regional Professional Development Center
Closing: Position Summary
Special Education Extensive Support Needs Consultant Regional Professional Development Center College of Education, Health, and Human Services Full Time/Term The Southeast Regional Professional Development Center (RPDC) has been housed on the campus of Southeast Missouri State University since 1996. The Center serves approximately 84 school districts in the southeast region. RPDC personnel provide training programs for the teachers and administrators throughout the area on a continuous basis.
Primary Responsibilities - Collaborate with separate placement facilities and LEA teachers and staff in the delivery of quality educational and program services
- Assist LEAs in understanding a continuum of placement to ensure the LRE for all students, but especially students with Extensive Support Needs
- Train educators in implementing effective, evidence-based instructional and behavioral high leverage practices for students with extensive support needs
- Assist LEAs through the training of staff in the identification and application of classroom and individualized academic and behavior supports
- Assist LEAs in the use of communication devices and other accessibility devices
- Deliver high-quality professional development to LEA staff on evidence-based practices using DESE- approved materials
- Attend professional development opportunities applicable to the Extensive Support Needs Consultant, such as teaching students with extensive support needs and developing inclusive environments as requested/approved by DESE
- Develop training materials and Virtual Learning Platform (VLP) Modules for use with LEAs
- Provide training and technical assistance to LEAs over topics such as: High Leverage Practices for students with Extensive Supports Needs; Map-A; DLM Essential Elements - Scope and Sequence; Evidence-Based Instructional and Behavioral Practices, Specially Designed Instruction, Assistive Technology, etc.
- Provide training and technical assistance concerning post-secondary transition for students with extensive support needs
- Provide training on continuum of placements and least restrictive environment
- Attend Local Administrators in Special Education (LASE) meetings to provide professional development and technical assistance as needed
- Attend and actively participate in statewide resource, support, and training meetings with DESE as designated by the calendar
- Attend, actively participate, and present at the annual Directors' Academy (see master calendar) as requested by DESE
- Attend and actively participate in the annual Transition Training Institute
- Attend professional development opportunities to maintain high levels of skill and knowledge of current research and practices related to students with low-incidence disabilities. (May be in-state or out-of-state and must be pre-approved by RPDC Director and DESE).
Required Qualifications
- Masters Degree with certification in Special Education
- 5 years experience working in a school setting as a special education teacher (experience with severe developmental disabilities is a plus)
- Effective meeting management and knowledge of meeting processes/protocols
- Ability to coach, collaborate with, and provide technical assistance to adult learners
- Effective conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
- Ability to perform action research and apply reflective practice strategies
- Ability to design high-quality professional development and use technology to enhance it
- Ability to meet deadlines to include timely preparations of reports and logs
- Ability to utilize assessment and assessment data to inform instruction and interventions
- Experience collecting and analyzing progress monitoring and behavior data from classroom and other educational settings
- Experience with the Missouri Assessment Program-Alternate (MAP-A)
- Experience with Missouri Learning Standards/Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) Essential Elements scope and sequence
- Knowledge of research-based instructional and behavior intervention strategies (especially related to students with disabilities, and ability to implement effectively)
- Knowledge of High Leverage Practices (HLPs) for students with extensive support needs
- Knowledge of Specially Designed Instruction (co-teaching format, accommodations and modifications to curriculum, instruction, and assessment, etc.)
- Knowledge of accessibility and communication needs for students with extensive support needs
- Knowledge of State Board Operated Programs (SBOPs)
- Knowledge of MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Support)
- Knowledge of Continuum of Placements and Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)
- Knowledge of Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Special Education Process
- Masters Degree with certification in Special Education
- 5 years experience working in a school setting as a special education teacher (experience with severe developmental disabilities is a plus)
- Effective meeting management and knowledge of meeting processes/protocols
- Ability to coach, collaborate with, and provide technical assistance to adult learners
- Effective conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
- Ability to perform action research and apply reflective practice strategies
- Ability to design high-quality professional development and use technology to enhance it
- Ability to meet deadlines to include timely preparations of reports and logs
- Ability to utilize assessment and assessment data to inform instruction and interventions
- Experience collecting and analyzing progress monitoring and behavior data from classroom and other educational settings
- Experience with the Missouri Assessment Program-Alternate (MAP-A)
- Experience with Missouri Learning Standards/Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) Essential Elements scope and sequence
- Knowledge of research-based instructional and behavior intervention strategies (especially related to students with disabilities, and ability to implement effectively)
- Knowledge of High Leverage Practices (HLPs) for students with extensive support needs
- Knowledge of Specially Designed Instruction (co-teaching format, accommodations and modifications to curriculum, instruction, and assessment, etc.)
- Knowledge of accessibility and communication needs for students with extensive support needs
- Knowledge of State Board Operated Programs (SBOPs)
- Knowledge of MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Support)
- Knowledge of Continuum of Placements and Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)
- Knowledge of Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Special Education Process
Required Information & Deadline
Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, application materials must be received by
June 6, 2025 . The position will be available
July 1, 2025 and will remain open until filled.
To Apply: Complete the online application by clicking on the
APPLY button at the top of the page. You will need to submit the following in order for your application materials to be complete.
- letter of interest addressing all position qualifications
- current resume
- names and contact information of three professional references may be asked for at a later date, if not submitted
Additional Information
About Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO) : Founded in 1873 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Southeast Missouri State University provides student-centered education and experiential learning with a foundation of liberal arts and sciences, embracing a tradition of access, exceptional teaching, and commitment to student success that significantly contributes to the development of the region and beyond. SEMO values access to high-quality, affordable education with a broadly representative student body, faculty, and staff that respects and celebrates a diverse learning community in a global society.
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