Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Children's Health
Job overview
The Educational Specialist at Children's Health supports patients' educational needs during hospitalization and school reintegration, ensuring tailored school plans for children with complex medical and behavioral needs.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves consulting with families, schools, and medical teams to create and manage patient transition and care plans, coordinating school enrollment and transitions, interpreting educational plans and testing, and applying special education laws and resources.
Compensation and benefits
Benefits include medical plan premium coverage after 3 years, 4%-10% savings plan match based on tenure, paid parental leave up to 12 weeks, caregiver leave, and adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have 4-5 years of related experience, at least 5 years in special education, a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, and Texas Special Education Teaching Certification; advanced degrees are preferred.
Work environment and culture
Children's Health values diversity, inclusion, and culturally effective care, fostering a respectful environment where all employees can contribute meaningfully.
Company information
Children's Health is dedicated to improving children's health through advanced treatments and community partnerships, affiliated with UT Southwestern to provide exceptional patient and family experiences.
Job location and travel
The position is on-site in Dallas, TX, working Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Unique job features
The role uniquely integrates educational expertise with medical and behavioral health care to support hospitalized children's school success and community reintegration.
Company overview
Children's Health is a leading pediatric health care system in North Texas, providing comprehensive care through its hospitals, specialty centers, and primary care locations. The organization generates revenue through patient services, partnerships, and various health programs. Established over a century ago, Children's Health has a rich history of innovation and dedication to improving children's health outcomes. It is affiliated with UT Southwestern Medical Center, enhancing its research and clinical capabilities.
How to land this job
Position your resume to emphasize your expertise in special education, particularly your experience interpreting IEPs, 504 plans, and neuropsychological evaluations, as these are central to the Educational Specialist role at Children's Health.
Highlight your skills in coordinating with families, schools, and medical teams to create and implement school transition plans that support students with complex medical and behavioral needs.
Apply through multiple channels including the Children's Health corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility for this position.
Connect with current Educational Specialists or staff in the Family Research Library School department at Children's Health on LinkedIn; start conversations by commenting on their recent posts or asking about their experiences working with hospital school programs.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'special education,' 'IEP,' '504 plans,' 'school transition plans,' 'neuropsychological evaluations,' and 'special education law' to ensure your resume passes initial automated screenings.
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