Duties of RSE’s assigned to work alongside an SES Team may include, but will not be limited to the following:

1. Assist local education agencies (LEAs) in determining compliance with federal and state laws in building a continuous improvement process focused on improving outcomes for serving students with disabilities.
2. Participate in ongoing monitoring activities emphasizing collecting and analyzing required data, designing specialized instruction, and providing appropriate services and support for students, including students with disabilities.
3. Assist LEAs with fiscal requirements under the IDEA and Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR).
4. Create technical assistance documents and develop training and resources.
5. Provide consultation and/or technical assistance to multiple districts under the direction of the SES section staff.
6. Participate and attend all training programs provided by the ALSDE intended to support the scope of the assigned position.
7. Other duties as assigned.

Duties of RSEs assigned to serve as a coach and/or selected to provide field support may include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Provide instructional coaching to special education/general education teachers and other entities, as needed.
2. Provide consultation to LEA administrators, teachers, and school staff.
3. Participate and attend all training programs provided by the ALSDE intended to support the scope of the assigned position.
4. Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• • A minimum of a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university is required.

Experience:

• A minimum of five (5) years of teaching experience required.
• Experience in working with administration, special education, reading, secondary transition, and/or instructional coaching experience preferred.

Required Skills/ Abilities:

• Dependability, teamwork/collaboration, problem-solving and flexibility.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent speaking and presentation skills.
• Ability to create and present ideas in a variety of formats.
• Ability to maintain confidential records.
• Thorough understanding of special education needs and services.
• Understanding of effective teaching methods.
• Understanding of policies, laws, and guidelines related to special education including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and individualized education programs (IEPs).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

How to apply:

Step 1:

Applicants must complete the state required online application process for this position prior to submitting a résumé, reference list, and/or cover letter to the contact person listed below. To apply online complete the Application for Examination Form available at: Alabama State Personnel Department Call the State Personnel Department at 334-242-3389 for questions concerning the online process. Contact the Alabama State Personnel Department at 334-242-3389 for questions regarding the application process.

Step 2:

Send cover letter and résumé to:

Alabama State Department of Education
Attention:Beverly Jackson
Special Education Services
PO Box 302101
Montgomery, AL 36130-2101

Or email as an attachment to: . Contact number is 334-694-4782.

Applicants must be on the Retired State Employee register to be hired or currently be employed as a Retired State Employee in a state agency.