Education Program Specialist 4

Job Summary

The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) - Division of Exceptional Students is recruiting for (2) experienced Results Driven Accountability Program Specialist. Under general supervision, this position will provide general supervision for local districts to ensure policy compliance and procedures and practices thatcomplieswith federal regulations and state rules. This position will provide leadership and coordination in the development and administration of statewide special education programs and mandates such cross functional monitoring and disproportionality.  Duties include but not limited to:

Description of Duties

• Assist in the continuous improvement monitoring process as it relates to students withdisabilities

• Provide oversight for the district review of policies, procedures andpractices

• Development of corrective action plans

• Correction of noncompliance in a timely manner

• Appropriate development of plans and use of funds as required per state or federalmandates

• Timely and accurate data submissions

• Must also be able to prepare guidelines, memoranda, reports, and presentationmaterials

• Conduct training and staff development activities for local districts

• Personnel must be able to complete required job duties with limitedsupervision

**Statewide travel, including overnight stays, is required. Proficiency in conducting and participating in online meetingson a daily basisis required.  This is a field-based position. Applicant must reside in eitherNorthwest GeorgiaRESA orNorthCentralGeorgiaRESA

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, possess the following:

• A doctorate degree, education specialist in school psychology, specialeducationor educational leadership

• Experience in K-12 education, school psychology or special education

• Experience in the supervision and monitoring of special education programs and developing policies, practices andprocedures

• Experience implementing district and/or school improvement processes, providing technical assistance at the school and district level, and delivering professional learning to broadaudiences

• Strong knowledge and skill in Specially Designed Instruction, PBIS, SST, evidence-based instruction and interventions, as well as supporting districts with equitable disciplinepractices

• Excellent oral and written communication

Consideration/interviews will begin as soon as a list of applicants is established. Applications/resumes will be evaluated and only those meeting the qualifications may be forwarded to the hiring manager to be considered. Candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted directly. No notification will be sent to applicants except those who are selected for interviews. 

It is the policy of the Georgia Department of Education not to discriminateon the basis ofrace, color, sex, national origin, disability, or age in its employment practices.  The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) and each associated State School is a registered participant in the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify. The GaDOE utilizes the program to verify employment eligibility of individuals hired on or after July 1, 2007.

Qualifications 

Master's degree in education or a related field from an accredited college or university AND Five years of related experience ORBachelor's degree in educationor a related field from an accredited college or university AND Seven years of related experience.