EDUCATION PROGRAM SPECIALIST I

The Maryland State Department of Education is dedicated to supporting a world-class educational system that prepares all students for college and career success in the 21st century. With excellent stewardship from our divisions, we oversee State and federal programs that support the needs of a diverse population – students, teachers, principals, and other educators throughout Maryland. 

Grade 21 Standard Salary Schedule

200 West Baltimore Street

Baltimore, MD 21201

This part time position provides leadership & technical assistance to MSDE, Local School Systems (LSSs), & Public Agencies responsible for MD’s College & Career-Ready Standards in the implementation & evaluation of the IEP Process, including Standards-Aligned Goals & evidence-based practices to support achievement of students with disabilities on statewide accountability measures for Access, Equity, & Progress. 

Provides leadership & technical assistance with regard to specialized instruction for the Division (DSE/EIS) & other Divisions in the Department in the planning, design, implementation, evaluation & dissemination of data-informed plans for statewide professional learning for leadership, communities of practice, teachers, & related service providers that focus on improved educational achievement for all children/students with emphasis on students with disabilities or those who struggle learning. Supports the administration & implementation of the State Systemic Improvement Plan (SSIP). Leads or participates in assigned Division & Department-wide Steering Committees/workgroups/Task Forces by organizing, planning, implementing, and/or chairing efforts related to professional learning or educational programming for improving student performance on Statewide accountability or outcome measures.

Education: Possession of a Master’s Degree or equivalent 36 credit hours of post-baccalaureate course work.

Experience: Four years of administrative or teaching experience in, or affiliated with, an education program.

Notes:

1. Two additional years of experience directly related to the position option may be substituted for the required Master’s Degree.

2. Possession of a Doctorate in a field related to the position option may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

3. The required field of education and experience are unique for each option and are established by MSDE in accordance with Education Article, Section 2-104 of the Annotated Code of Maryland. The specific education and experience qualifications for each position are on record in the Human Resource Management Branch of the Division of Business Services of the Department of Education.

4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Education Program classifications or Education Program specialty codes in the Education field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

Masters degree in Special Education is highly desired.

Administrative or teaching experience in or affiliated with special education preferred.

Experience in using standards-aligned goals and evidence based practices to support achievement of students with disabilities highly desired.

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. 

Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. 

Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). 

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. 

Information submitted after this date will not be added. 

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. 

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for one year.

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position and your answers to the supplemental questions (if required).

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

To apply for this position online go to MSDE Jobs on JobAps.  On-line applications (and resumes) are the preferred method for receiving your application/attachments. Applicants must include their resume and provide sufficient information on the application to document that they satisfy the minimum qualifications for this recruitment.

Mailing Address: Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Human Resources, 200 West Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland  21201. Fax: 410-333-8950 – This fax number is for Department of Education recruitment actions only.  

If you have difficulty with your user account or have general questions about this online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850.

For inquiries, contact 410-767-0019 or TTY/TDD 410-333-3045 or visit our website at http://www.marylandpublicschools.org/.   

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities available upon request