Educational Facilitator

Job Description:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in education, social work, psychology or other human service field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working in a public-school setting preferred.
• Knowledge and experience of state and federal laws and regulations related to special education.
• Knowledge and experience with child welfare or other social service agencies, preferred.
• Success as a team and/or discussion leader.

DUTIES

• Prepare for Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) conferences by researching case information fact finding and gathering appropriate information.
• Conduct and coordinate ESSA conference discussions.
• Participate in making ESSA Best Interest Determinations based on factfinding, conference discussion and internal Education Team consultations.
• Prepare and issue ESSA Best Interest Determinations within two business days of conference calls unless further consultation is needed with the Education Team.
• Confer with social caseworkers, probation officers, DCYF administrators, advocates, school personnel as needed to clarify facts.
• Participate in weekly ESSA Determination Meetings with Education Team.
• Participate in Education Team Meetings.
• Maintain tracking system and track the outcome of ESSA determinations.
• Conduct other education research as assigned
• Coordinate activities with Education Team Administrative Assistant regarding call scheduling and other logistics.
• Respond to inquiries from internal and external parties or refer to appropriate internal staff to address.
• Participate in trainings required for state contract employees (e.g., cybersecurity training).

• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams.
• Proficiency in conducting Internet Searches and using the Internet to gather information.
• Ability to learn electronic case management system as a tool for information gathering.
• Ability to write clear and concise determination reports and other documents.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time working at a computer.
• Ability to work independently with knowing when to seek guidance and input from other team members and/or supervisors.
• Ability to facilitate calls in a way that provides for maximum participation from all parties and maintains a professional atmosphere.
• Customer Service Friendly approach.
• Clear and effective verbal skills in-person, telephonically and virtually.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment coupled with effective time management practices.
• Ability to use time between calls to the maximum effectiveness possible.
• Ability to develop and maintain appropriate professional relations with individuals in difficult situations.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Cranston, RI 02910 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $27