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Special Education Consultant

Young World Physical Education, Johnston, IA, United States


Special Education Consultant
Heartland Area Education Agency Johnston Regional Ed Center - Johnston, Iowa. Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5553663

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Mar 05, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 10, 2026

Position Type: Full-Time

Contract: 192-Day

School Year: 2026–27

Job Description
Join Our Team as a Special Education Consultant!

Full-Time | 2026–27 School Year | 192-Day Contract

Johnston Office serving the Urbandale school district

Are you passionate about helping every student reach their full potential?

Heartland AEA is looking for a dedicated Special Education Consultant to join our team for the 2026–27 school year!

The Special Education Consultant, in partnership with educators, families and communities, integrates consultative, coaching, and collaborative services within educational systems. Special education consultants are instructional specialists who provide ongoing support to district special education and general education teachers delivering services to students with disabilities. The consultant participates in the identification process and program planning of eligible students as well as working to attain the least restrictive environment appropriate for each eligible individual.

Working within the agency's educational framework, the consultant fosters positive learning environments, ensures compliance with state and federal guidelines, and enhances the overall success of learners.

Qualifications
Qualifications:

Qualified candidates must have demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with parents, team members, administrators and LEA staff and must also demonstrate strong organizational skills, time management, and the ability to adapt to a changing system. The position requires a masters degree, 4 years teaching experience (2 in special education), and the Special Education Consultant endorsement (or ability to obtain).

Contact Information

Whitney Wolf

6500 Corporate Dr

Johnston, Iowa 50131

Phone: (515) 270-9030

Email: wwolf@heartlandaea.org

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