Advanced Specialist, Service Provider (Special Education)

Organizational Information At Pearson, we’re committed to a world that’s always learning and to our talented team who makes it all possible. We are bold thinkers and standout innovators who push the boundaries of technology. We create seeds of learning that become the catalyst for the world’s innovations. Within the Pearson Virtual Schools (PVS) division we have reimagined K-12 education through our virtual school and curriculum offerings. Our schools, Connections Academy and Pearson Online Academy, provide a best-in-class online learning environment for K-12 students to acquire the skills and confidence they need to adapt and thrive in a changing world. We also support school districts with curriculum, teachers, and technology as they make the shift to online. The COVID-19 pandemic introduced significant disruption and transformation to the K-12 learning market. And as a result, our category has seen explosive growth and our business has experienced enormous increases in awareness and enrollments. This presents an incredible opportunity for our team to chart a ground-breaking path through this shifting environment to achieve continued success Purpose Summary The Advanced Specialist serves as a primary liaison between Pearson Virtual Schools (PVS) and partner schools, providing expert guidance and operational support across Student Services programming. Operating at a Professional Individual Contributor level, the Advanced Specialist independently manages a defined portfolio of schools, applies sound professional judgment to moderately complex situations, and contributes to the consistent, compliant delivery of Student Services aligned to regulatory expectations and organizational standards This role plays a critical part in delivering the Student Services Value Components, helping schools meet student needs, reduce compliance risk, and strengthen program quality in a virtual environment. The Advanced Specialist: Works independently within established frameworks and guidelines Manages moderately complex cases, programs, and stakeholder needs Applies specialized knowledge of special education and student services regulations Exercises professional judgment in decision‑making and prioritization Contributes to team consistency, quality, and continuous improvement May informally mentor or support peers, without formal people‑management responsibility Core Tasks and Responsibilities Accessibility & Student Support Support partner schools in ensuring required accessibility tools, materials, and student supports are delivered in alignment with IEPs, 504 plans, and other documented needs Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to facilitate timely provisioning of assistive technology, instructional materials, and accessibility services Monitor implementation to ensure services are delivered consistently and compliantly in a virtual setting Related Services Coordination & Provider Oversight Partner with internal teams to support coordinated delivery of related services, ensuring alignment to student plans, service frequency, and regulatory requirements Assist schools with navigating service delivery challenges, continuity concerns, and provider coordination issues Contribute to oversight activities that support service quality, documentation accuracy, and audit readiness Program Standards, Quality & Accountability Collect, analyze, and interpret Student Services data to assess program health, compliance indicators, and implementation of quality Provide schools with actionable insight and guidance to strengthen Student Services programming and address identified gaps Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying trends, risks, and opportunities across assigned schools Compliance, Audit & Risk Assurance Serve as a knowledgeable partner to schools during audits, monitoring activities, and complaint resolution. Support the development and follow‑through of corrective action plans based on internal reviews, audit findings, or state‑level determinations. Collaborate with legal and internal stakeholders to support accurate interpretation of requirements and defensible responses. Consultation, Training & Capacity Building Provide ongoing consultation to school leaders and Student Services staff to build understanding, confidence, and capacity. Support onboarding new school staff or leadership transitions as needed. Deliver or coordinate targeted training aligned to Student Services expectations, tools, and best practices. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement Build and maintain strong working relationships with partner school leaders, Student Services staff, and internal PVS stakeholders. Collaborate cross‑functionally with legal, operations, analytics, and service delivery teams to support aligned execution. Serve as a trusted point of contact for assigned schools within the defined scope of Student Services support. Other duties as assigned Required Skills, Experience, and Competencies Bachelor’s degree in Education (Master’s preferred) Current professional license in Special Education or related field Minimum of 3 years’ experience supporting or managing special populations programs Strong understanding of special education law, particularly the federal IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act), as well as the ability to learn state-specific regulations. Ability to analyze data, manage competing priorities, and deliver results within established timelines Strong written and verbal communication skills in virtual and collaborative environments Comfort working within a matrixed organization and navigating ambiguity with professionalism Technological proficiency, including Microsoft Office tools and virtual collaboration platform Key Relationships Service Delivery Partner Student Services leadership and peers Partner school leaders and Student Services staff Legal, analytics, and operational partners Compensation at Pearson is influenced by factors including skill set, experience, and location. The full-time salary range for this role is $75,000 – $90,000 annually. This position is eligible for Pearson’s annual incentive program. Information on benefits can be found here. Applications will be accepted through May 31, 2026. This window may be extended depending on business needs. Apply To This Job