Specifications include, but are not limited to: The State Department of Education is currently seeking qualified applicants to serve as contracted Impartial Mediators for special education mediations. Examples of Duties: • Manage and conduct impartial mediations; • Maintain confidentiality regarding all aspects of each mediation; • Fulfill all responsibilities of an impartial mediator in a timely manner including the following: • Conduct mediations virtually in accordance with procedures set forth by the Due Process Unit; • Report electronically to the Bureau of Special Education, Due Process Unit on matters related to mediation including submitting information regarding the mediation to the Due Process Unit by electronic mail within 3 business days of the mediation; • Respond in a timely manner to communications and requests from the Due Process Unit; • Attend professional development activities as scheduled by the Due Process Unit; • Complete other services as may be required to carry out the purpose of the contract; and • Available to conduct a minimum of 4 mediations a month. Knowledge, Skill, and Ability • Specific knowledge of effective mediation techniques and/or the laws and regulations relating to the provision of special education and related services including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act 2004 (IDEA), Connecticut statutes and regulations pertaining to special education. • General knowledge of public education and the delivery of instruction in public schools; • Specific knowledge of the delivery of special education services for students with disabilities in accordance with the IDEA and Connecticut requirements • Demonstrated skills in dispute resolution and oral and written communications.
