Education Consultant -P13 - Literacy Unit

Position: Education Consultant 11-P13 - Literacy Unit
The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) provides leadership, resources, support, and guidance to approximately 200,000 school district staff serving approximately 1.5 million students in public and non-public schools and 39,000 students in special education transition services. In addition, MDE provides administrative support and supervision for the Michigan School for the Deaf and the Library of Michigan.

MDE is responsible for state education leadership in a local control state and works to implement state and federal education laws, disburse state and federal resources, license educators, develop state summative assessments and accountability systems, create state academic standards, and coordinate school health and nutrition programs. In addition, in developing and promoting the state's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan, MDE works with partner education entities and stakeholders to improve public education for children across the state.

MDE's role in the improvement of public education extends to providing information and feedback to public policy-makers, convening educators on public policy issues, recommending draft language on legislation, and developing guidance to districts on statutory changes adopted at the state and federal levels.

Join a team of highly trained and educated individuals committed to supporting learners and learning in Michigan. Serving students, parents, families, educators, and communities within a culture that promotes excellence and respects diversity, our work is meaningful and impactful.

As a State of Michigan employee, you will receive a competitive wage and benefit package that values your experience and skills. You will join a team of more than 400 professionals at the department and almost 50,000 in state government who are committed to excellence in public service.

The Office of Curriculum and Instruction provides leadership for research-based strategies for instructional excellence and support for the implementation of Michigan's curriculum and instruction programs. The office is responsible for developing a statewide system of support in the implementation of core curricula that include English Language Arts (ELA), mathematics, science, social studies, and related initiatives of content standards. This position provides leadership and promotes collaboration and networking across the department and with school districts and stakeholders.

Primary Physical Work Address - Position is located at the John

A. Hannah Building, 608 West Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan 48933. A hybrid/flexible schedule of in-person and remote work is available.

Position Summary - This position serves as the Curriculum and Instruction Early Literacy Education Consultant for the Literacy Unit. This position will collaborate to set and enact a literacy vision at the department to impact all levels of the education system. This position is responsible for informing the internal and external literacy work of the department. This position uses evidence-based and innovative approaches to connect state legislation, funding, resources, and high-quality practices while using effective communication and marketing strategies to deliver this information to all levels of the education system.

This position engages with literacy efforts across the state to develop a deep understanding and of literacy topics such as the instructional practices, assessment and evaluation methods, infrastructures, family engagement, English Learners, etc. with an intent to use this understanding to impact on the work of MDE and its initiatives (such as Whole Child, P-8, Competency-based Education, Multi Tiered System of Supports) and influence state policy and local practice.

Position

Description:

Education Consultant 11-P13

Job Specification:
Education Consultant 11-P13

State of Michigan Benefits:

Please review the job specification and the position description for the full list of responsibilities, required education and experience, and knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Your submittal is considered complete with the following required documents:

* Completed Application

* Resume (entered or attached to the job posting)

* Official copy of transcripts (when necessary)

The Michigan State Employees Retirement System (MSERS) is separate from the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS). If you are currently a MPSERS retiree, there should be no impact to your MPSERS pension due to employment with the Michigan Department of Education. If you are currently eligible for a MPSERS retirement benefit and become the successful candidate for this position, you should contact the Office of Retirement Services (ORS) to determine any impact if you elect to immediately begin receiving your MPSERS retirement benefit.