Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Education Policy is seeking candidates for an Associate in Education of Children with Disabilities position in the Office of Special Education (OSE). The OSE works to promote educational equity and excellence for students with disabilities, oversees the implementation of federal and State laws and policies for students with disabilities, provides general supervision and monitoring of all public and private schools, serves New York State preschool and school-age students with disabilities, and provides technical assistance to parents and school districts. Under the direction of the Supervisor in Education of Children with Disabilities, the incumbent of this position is responsible for activities in the Preschool Policy Unit to ensure Department compliance with the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. The Preschool Policy Unit works in collaboration with the OSE’s Special Education Quality Assurance (SEQA) staff and funded technical assistance networks as well as other Department offices to promote educational equity, education in the least restrictive environment, protection of student and parent rights, and improved outcomes for preschool students with disabilities. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Develop, revise, and implement policy memorandum, Board of Regents items, guidance documents, procedures, and related materials governing preschool special education programs;
- Review proposed State and federal legislation affecting special education and provide in-depth analysis and recommendations to Department managers, with a focus on preschool special education;
- Develop legislative and regulatory proposals in such areas as special education services to children in non-public schools and child care institutions; prepare policy reports on a variety of topics related to special education;
- Review municipality contracts, program applications, and modification requests for compliance with applicable requirements, and coordinate with Special Education Quality Assurance (SEQA) Regional Units and Department staff to support program oversight;
- Provide technical assistance and policy guidance, to NYSED offices, school districts, providers, parents, and other stakeholders;
- Collaborate with other NYSED units and state agencies, to support coordinated services and effective communication;
- Assist in activities related to the New York State’s Blueprint for improved results for students with disabilities, and the State Performance Plan (SPP) and Annual Performance Report (APR) specific to preschool students with disabilities;
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications NY HELPS
This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).
For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, or 55 b/c, candidates must meet the open-competitive minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:
- Master’s degree or higher in special education, reading education, elementary or secondary education, psychology, school psychology, school counseling, guidance and counseling, communications disorders, or speech pathology; AND New York State permanent or professional certification as a teacher of special education; a teacher of the deaf and hearing impaired, blind or partially sighted; speech and hearing handicapped; as a school psychologist; or New York State licensure as a speech/language pathologist; AND four years of professional experience in special education service delivery, administration of special education programs for ages 3-21, evaluation for special education eligibility, teaching children with disabilities, or designing and/or developing special education programs.
Substitution: a doctorate can substitute for one year of non-specialized experience.
PROMOTION: Current NYSED State employees must have one year of permanent service as an Assistant in Education of Children with Disabilities.
COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Associate in Education of Children with Disabilities.
Eligible List Appointment: Candidates must be reachable on the Civil Service eligible list for this title. If you are on the Civil Service eligible list for this title, you may receive a canvass letter. You must complete and return it as instructed on the letter.
Section 70.1 Transfer: Candidates must meet the eligibility requirements and have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in any of the Professional Educator Titles (Grade 22, 26, and 28), as indicated here: http://www.nysed.gov/hr/section-701-transfer-determinations-between-professional-educator-titles-grade-22-26-and-28.
55b/c Appointment: This position is eligible for 55b/c designation and candidates with 55b/c eligibility are encouraged to apply. Candidates must possess a current 55b/c eligibility letter and the following minimum qualifications:
- Candidates must have a Master’s degree or higher in special education, reading education, elementary or secondary education, psychology, school psychology, school counseling, guidance and counseling, communications disorders, or speech pathology; AND New York State permanent or professional certification as a teacher of special education; a teacher of the deaf and hearing impaired, blind or partially sighted; speech and hearing handicapped; as a school psychologist; or New York State licensure as a speech/language pathologist; AND four years of professional experience in special education service delivery, administration of special education programs for ages 3-21, evaluation for special education eligibility, teaching children with disabilities, or designing and/or developing special education programs.
Substitution: a doctorate can substitute for one year of non-specialized experience.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: These will be permanent, competitive appointments or permanent non-competitive appointments. For 55b/c appointment, candidates must possess the minimum qualifications, a current 55b/c eligibility letter and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.
Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of degree and experience will be required at the time of interview for all candidates. Verification of certification/licensure will be required at the time of interview for all candidates. Candidates are required to possess certification/licensure at the time of hire. Continued employment as Associate in Education in Children with Disabilities is dependent upon maintaining licensure/certification, including adhering to all relevant professional development and training requirements as specified by the Office of Professions. Failure to maintain licensure/certification and current registration will result in removal from employment. This position allows for the opportunity to telecommute up to 30% each bi-weekly pay period at the discretion of the unit supervisor. This position will require 20% statewide travel.
Federal law may impose additional requirements or restrictions regarding positions that receive federal funding.
This position leads to a maximum salary of $125,001 based on annual performance advances. For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.
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