Special Education Advisor, Early Intervention

Special Education Advisor, Early InterventionPrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4751936) ApplySpecial Education Advisor, Early InterventionSalary$80,802.00 - $114,915.00 AnnuallyLocation Home Headquartered, PAJob TypeCivil Service Permanent Full-TimeJob NumberCSSC-2024-12711-20240DepartmentDepartment of EducationDivisionED Western Div Ops and MntrngOpening Date12/12/2024Closing Date12/25/2024 11:59 PM EasternJob Code20240Position Number00019748UnionFOSCEPBargaining UnitC4Pay GroupST09Bureau / Division Code00167230Bureau / DivisionBureau of Special Education/Western Division of Operations and MonitoringWorksite AddressHome Headquartered, PennsylvaniaContact NameSamantha RushoContact Phone717.783.6755Contact Emailsrusho@pa.gov

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THE POSITIONAre you an outstanding leader who also enjoys collaboration and being part of the team? Would you like to use your talents working in a fast-paced environment in a meaningful career? This Special Education Advisor position in the Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) provides you with an exciting opportunity! We are dedicated to ensuring that children and families in Pennsylvania receive the quality early intervention services they deserve. Discover everything that a career with the Commonwealth can offer you and join us in creating opportunities for Pennsylvania's youngest children to develop to their fullest potential! DESCRIPTION OF WORKJoin our team in this rewarding role overseeing the quality of services in early childhood care and education programs serving young children birth through school age, while promoting the integration of Infant/Toddler and Preschool Early Intervention (EI) programs. You will provide management, monitoring, and consultative services to ensure implementation of services and programs as well as compliance with State and Federal regulations and established Departmental rules and regulations. Create continuous quality improvement for services that support the most critical time in a child’s life while advancing your career in a culture that values accountability, adaptability, and authenticity! Your key responsibilities will include:

Acting as a liaison while monitoring and providing technical assistance for assigned local EI programs.

Planning, facilitating, and coordinating program duties required at the state level in conjunction with the Interagency Coordinating Council (ICC).

Identifying compliance issues at the regional and state level which impact the provision of services.

Providing guidance to local EI programs for improvement on federal and state statutes and regulations.

Developing, reviewing, and revising statewide policies and procedures related for programs and services for eligible young children.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PDNEOGOV.asp?p=00019748) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment

Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.

While this specific position will be home headquartered, the individual will primarily be assigned to northwest and central counties, intermediate units. Travel for frequent in-person and routine on-sight monitoring of assignment locations will be required. Additional travel and assignments are required for the Western and Central Region counties and programs, as necessary.

Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

Five years of professional experience in special education including two years as an administrator of a special education program;or

An equivalent combination of experience and training, which includes two years as an administrator of a special education program.

Other Requirements:

This particular position requires applicants possess two years of experience in the supervision of Early Intervention programs or the provision of Early Intervention services.

PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) is currentlywaivedfor this title.

You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.

Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).

Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

Your score is valid for this specific posting only.

You must provide complete and accurate information or:

your score may be lower than deserved.

you may be disqualified.

You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.

Your results will be provided via email.

Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) !See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits calculator.Health & WellnessWe offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.Compensation & Financial PlanningWe invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life BalanceWe know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities. Values and CultureWe believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.Employee PerksSometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.Eligibility rules apply.01 Do you possess at least two years of full-time professional experience in Early Intervention programs or services?

Yes

No

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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

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Do you possess two or more years of full-time professional experience in special education as an administrator of a special education program?

Yes

No

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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

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How many years of full-time professional experience in special education do you possess?

a. 5 years or more

b. 4 but less than 5 years

c. 3 but less than 4 years

d. 2 but less than 3 years

e. 1 but less than 2 years

f. Less than 1 year

g. None

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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

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How much graduate coursework have you completed in special education?

If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

30 credits or more

Less than 30 credits

None

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CS-INSTRUCTIONS You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .

Yes

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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - PROVIDE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

Provide technical assistance to staff, agencies, school districts, and the public to explain rules, regulations, and policies related to Early Intervention special education for children with disabilities. Respond to inquiries and refer individuals to the appropriate area for assistance.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

a. I have experience providing technical assistance related to EARLY INTERVENTION SPECIAL EDUCATION.

b. I have experience providing technical assistance related to SPECIAL EDUCATION.

c. I have experience providing technical assistance related to EDUCATION. This was NOT related to Early Intervention special education or special education.

d. I have experience providing technical assistance NOT related to Early Intervention special education, special education, or education.

e. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to communications or adult training.

f. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

Your experience providing technical education and the subject areas.

Your level of responsibility.

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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

College/University

Course Title

Credits/Clock Hours

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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - CONDUCT PLAN REVIEWS AND MONITOR PROGRAM COMPLIANCE

Conduct plan reviews and monitor programs and services provided by local Early Intervention special education agencies to ensure compliance with established regulations and guidelines. Make recommendations for corrective actions.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

a. I have experience conducting plan reviews and monitoring programs and services provided by EARLY INTERVENTION SPECIAL EDUCATION providers to ensure compliance. I made recommendations for corrective actions.

b. I have experience conducting plan reviews and monitoring programs and services provided by SPECIAL EDUCATION providers to ensure compliance. I made recommendations for corrective actions.

c. I have experience conducting plan reviews and monitoring programs and services provided by EDUCATION providers to ensure compliance. I made recommendations for corrective actions.

d. I have experience conducting plan reviews and monitoring programs to ensure compliance. This was NOT related to Early Intervention special education, special education, or education.

e. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to compliance or quality assurance.

f. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

Your experience conducting plan reviews and monitoring programs and the subject area(s).

Your level of responsibility.

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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

College/University

Course Title

Credits/Clock Hours

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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - INVESTIGATE COMPLAINTS

Investigate complaints filed by parents, programs, or advocates against local education agencies related to Early Intervention special education programs and services. Identify areas of concern, document any findings, and recommend any corrective action.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

a. I have experience investigating complaints related to EARLY INTERVENTION SPECIAL EDUCATION. I identified areas of concern, documented findings, and recommended corrective action.

b. I have experience investigating complaints related to SPECIAL EDUCATION. I identified areas of concern, documented findings, and recommended corrective action.

c. I have experience investigating complaints related to EDUCATION. I identified areas of concern, documented findings, and recommended corrective action.

d. I have experience investigating complaints, identifying areas of concern, or documenting findings. The complaints were NOT related to Early Intervention special education, special education, or education.

e. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to investigations.

f. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

Your experience investigating complaints, documenting findings, and recommending corrective action and the subject area(s).

Your level of responsibility.

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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

College/University

Course Title

Credits/Clock Hours

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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - ANALYZE AND INTERPRET POLICIES

Analyze and interpret state and federal policies for Early Intervention special education programs and services. Make recommendations for developing or revising existing department policies in response to current practice and legislative changes.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

a. I have experience analyzing and interpreting state and federal policies for EARLY INTERVENTION SPECIAL EDUCATION programs and services and making recommendations for developing or revising existing department policies.

b. I have experience analyzing and interpreting state and federal policies for SPECIAL EDUCATION program and services and making recommendations for developing or revising existing department policies.

c. I have experience analyzing and interpreting state and federal policies for EDUCATION programs and services and making recommendations for developing or revising existing department policies.

d. I have experience analyzing and interpreting state and federal policies and making recommendations for developing or revising existing department policies. This was NOT related to Early Intervention special education, special education, or education.

e. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to research methods or research design and analysis.

f. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

Your experience analyzing and interpreting policies and the subject area(s).

The types of recommendations you made.

Your level of responsibility.

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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

College/University

Course Title

Credits/Clock Hours

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