Technical Assistance Consultant, Special Education (Part-Time)

AIR’s Learning Supports program area is seeking a part-time Tennessee-based Special Education Technical Assistance Provider to lead and deliver evidence-based professional development, coaching, and technical assistance that improves special education services and outcomes for students with disabilities at the local, state, and federal levels. The TA Provider will provide expertise in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and effective instructional practices, develop training and implementation resources, build relationships with education leaders and partners, lead project teams and tasks, support business development, and provide virtual and onsite assistance to educators across Tennessee. This remote position requires residency in Tennessee and the ability to travel throughout the state as needed to support project and client needs. About AIR: Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, the American Institutes for Research (AIR) is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to address some of the most pressing challenges in the United States and globally. We generate evidence and apply data-driven solutions that expand opportunities and improve lives for all. Responsibilities: The responsibilities for the position include: Develop training materials, implementation measures, and protocols for monitoring and providing feedback on implementation. Deliver training, professional development, and coaching to support teachers in implementing new programs and/or improving their instruction using structured protocols. Provide expertise on literacy teaching and learning to support research activities including, but not limited to, recruitment of study participants, development of implementation and related outcomes measures, data collection, and implementation analyses. Contribute to the development of reports that describe and interpret findings for clients, partners, and other relevant audiences. Represent the organization in interactions with state, local, and site-based staff; potential clients; and partner organizations. Contribute to capacity building efforts within special education organizations and provider networks. Work on collaborative project teams, including supervision of research/TA assistants and associates as a task or functional lead. Contribute to team efforts to develop new business opportunities including strategic planning, identification and pursuit of opportunities, and proposal development. Manage or lead projects or tasks, with assumption of greater responsibility over time. Qualifications: Education, Knowledge, and Experience Master’s or Ph.D. degree in special education or related field with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in education or a Bachelor’s degree with at least 6 years of relevant experience. Knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and related special education requirements. Extensive experience designing and delivering virtual and onsite professional development and coaching to local educators in Tennessee. Experience using evidence-based instructional practices and effective strategies to design and deliver professional development and adult learning. Extensive experience providing direct special education-related training, coaching, or technical assistance to local educators or instructional leaders. Familiarity with strategies to support students from a variety of cultural, linguistic, and educational backgrounds. Experience collaborating with education service providers, curriculum developers, researchers, or professional associations. Skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Strong commitment to improving instructional quality and student outcomes through the use of research-based practices. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for working with stakeholders at various levels and from a range of backgrounds. High attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy and quality. Willingness and ability to travel locally within Tennessee and nationally as needed. Ability to lead and collaborate effectively in both in-person and virtual environments. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Effective communi