The Education Specialist is available to the outpatient clinic teams to evaluate and support the families in meeting the needs of patients who have unique educational needs due to their chronic illness or disability.

The Education Specialist interfaces with patients, families and healthcare providers to refer patients to the program, program team members, as well as other team members within the hospital.

The Education Specialist works with an interdisciplinary team to provide educational assessments and coordination with home schools and assists families in meeting the educational needs of the child.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Professional license K-12 from the State Board of Education

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A

Experience REQUIRED:
Previous experience with special education regulations, IEPs and transition plans

Experience PREFERRED:
Experience with assessment and evaluation of students with chronic illness and disabilities.

Education/training REQUIRED:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited program

Education/training PREFERRED:
Master’s Degree from an accredited program

Independent action(s) required:
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clinic staff, school divisions, to include private school programs, and community representatives.
Regular, predictable attendance on site, as well as be able to take calls while away from the facility.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A

Additional position requirements: N/A

Age Specific groups served: N/A

Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Activities: Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Logical thinking
Emotional: Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions

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