Educational Specialist III - Alternative Learning Section

this job posting will remain open until 20 applications are received. Please apply immediately as this recruitment may close at any time.

applicants may be educational officers, teachers and other qualified individuals

type of appointment issued: this position is included in the educational officers' bargaining unit and will be filled as a clear line appointment.

a written examination/assignment may be administered to help determine possession of the knowledge and abilities portions of the minimum qualification requirements.

under the general supervision of the educational director of the alternative programs branch, office of student support services, the educational specialist iii:

1. As a part of the hawaii multi-tiered system of support and to meet the department strategic plan and alpss goals, the alternative learning programs provide intensive supports and services to students who have multiple challenges and are not successful in their traditional learning environments. Assist with developing, enhancing, implementing and monitoring school/complex area/district alpss to ensure alpss state strategic

goal 1: high performing alpss:

• provide guidance and support for the development, enhancement, implementation and maintenance of alternative learning programs statewide.
• conduct ongoing program monitoring and support to alpss in complex area or district programs and school level alpss, using data to make informed decisions;
• research and keep abreast of best practices, effective strategies and studies on the national and local levels;
• communicate and collaborate effectively with all program stakeholders, leading engagement efforts with other institutions, businesses, and community agencies in the best interest of the program;
• serve as the alternative learning branch administrator for alpss in meetings, planning, collaboration, monitoring, program design, resource management, program/student transitions, boe/doe representative of the program, and supervisor responsibilities.

2. Support the alternative learning program to meet the alpss state strategic goal 2: data driven resource management. Align resources to provide equitable support to alps to fulfill the goals of the alpss state strategic plan.

• fulfillment of measurable student outcomes and use data to inform resource management decisions.
• assume fiscal responsibilities for state alternative learning budgets and funds, ensuring spending is efficient and effective toward strategic goals and student outcomes.
• assist with resource acquisition, management, facilities and operations responsibilities.
• research and participate in activities to ensure compliance with state, city and county requirements for asset improvements and management for alternative learning funded equipment and facilities.
• assist with collection and analysis of student and program data for reporting, monitoring, and program implementation and improvement.
• ensure appropriate use of data for making informed decisions.

3. Provide leadership, direction, supervision, and coordination of the development of statewide guidance for alternative learning programs as it aligns with the department's  strategic plan and alpss strategic goals. Support the development and implementation of activities related to staff professional development and program expectations. Provide information, recommendations, and support as the alternative learning resource for proactive and reactive response to alpss related concerns.

4. Coordinate and communicate with the office of student support services (osss) and stakeholders on the leadership, technical direction and guidance for the effective administration, operations, communication and program support related to the alternative learning programs providing…