Education Program Consultant; Title , Part

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The Iowa Department of Education's mission is to ensuring all students experience a world-class education. To accomplish our mission, we need talented, passionate people working together to build an excellent education system that empowers all students to achieve their full potential.

The Education Program Consultant (Title 1, Part

A) will be an integral member of the ESEA Programs Bureau, providing technical assistance, monitoring and support to school districts, Area Education Agencies, and non-public schools.

The Education Program Consultant (Title I, Part

A) will provide effective management and coordination of the Title I, Part A Program, including the annual review of LEA Title Title I Part A program applications, quarterly claims, data collection processes in the state’s electronic grant system.

Maintain and update program guidance and provide high-quality technical assistance to subgrantees regarding compliance, programming, and allowable uses of funds.

Participate in comprehensive efforts of the Department and Bureau, including Department, Division, and Bureau meetings, and other assigned work groups.

Oversee and ensure the equitable participation of eligible private school students, teachers, and families in accordance with federal Title I, Part A regulations.

Collaborate with the ESEA Programs Bureau to implement the Unified Allocation Plan and conduct targeted monitoring and compliance efforts informed by the statewide Risk Assessment.

Candidates are encouraged to include detailed information about their relevant experience in their application, or submit a cover letter and resume in addition to their application.

• Experience utilizing Microsoft Suite.
• Experience working in computer programming.
• Experience administering and/or supporting Title programs.
• Experience providing technical assistance and professional learning to educators.
• Experience interpreting and implementing state or federal education law.

Hours:

8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday; some nights and weekends, occasional in-state and out-of-state travel

• Passion for pursuing common goals in pursuit of public service
• Strong technical skills
• Strategic and analytical mindset
• Ability to work in complex situations and meet deadlines while leading teams as a non-traditional leader (no supervisory authority)
• Experience providing technical assistance and professional learning to educators
• Ability to interpret and break down highly technical or regulatory language, and present information in an understandable manner
• Ability to manage self in relation to prioritization and time management
• Conflict resolution and interpersonal skills
• Desire to work with diverse teams and stakeholders

• Opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of Iowa students and families
• Supportive, collaborative work culture
• Flexible regional work location
• Talented colleagues who invest in your success
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Employee discounts from a variety of vendors
• Competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including IPERS retirement, health insurance, paid leave, and more
• Check out our benefits here!

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