Education Program Specialist - Math

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Job Title:

Education Program Specialist - Math

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000000906

Number of Openings:

1

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE.

Job Description:

Job Summary

Under limited supervision, provides leadership and support for communication and implementation of the K-12 Mathematics Georgia Standards of Excellence in accordance with the Georgia Department of Education's (GaDOE) strategic plan.

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Provide leadership and support for the communication, implementation, and continuous improvement of the K-12 Mathematics Georgia Standards of Excellence (GSE).
• Develop, review, and disseminate instructional resources aligned to the Mathematics Georgia Standards of Excellence.
• Plan, coordinate, and deliver professional learning opportunities for educators and instructional leaders.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and provide technical assistance to local school systems on mathematics curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to support statewide mathematics initiatives and educational priorities.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with local school districts, educational agencies, institutions of higher education, and professional organizations.
• Review, create, and update web-based mathematics content and resources to support standards implementation.
• Assist with the development, review, and enhancement of mathematics assessments and related instructional materials.
• Analyze educational data and instructional supports and program improvements.
• Support the implementation of the GaDOE strategic plan and other agency initiatives related to mathematics education.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Note: Statewide travel . 

Preferred Qualifications

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

• Experience as a mathematics instructional leader, such as a district level mathematics curriculum director, implementing
• K-12 mathematics standards and curriculum 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• Experience writing and/or managing grants
• Experience managing professional learning programs/activities
• Experience with implementation of Georgia Standards of Excellence in Mathematics 
• Strong computer and instructional technology skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office suite 
• Supervisory experience as a Mathematics coach/instructional leader, school or district level administrator, or a Regional Educational Service Agency specialist

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 discriminate on the basis of race, 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.