Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE)
School Improvement Coordinator (Education Program Specialist II)
Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101
The Coordinator for School Improvement supports the implementation of Maryland’s statewide system of support to local education agencies (LEAs) and schools to ensure that all students, particularly those who have been historically underserved, receive a fair, equitable, and high‑quality education. This position plays a key role in advancing the mission of the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) by providing technical assistance, monitoring, and professional learning to improve outcomes in Comprehensive Support and Improvement (CSI), Targeted Support and Improvement (TSI), and Additional Targeted Support and Improvement (ATSI) schools in alignment with Maryland’s strategic plans.
Responsibilities
Supports LEAs and schools in the development and implementation of school‑improvement best practices and evidence‑based strategies; coordinates professional development for CSI, TSI, ATSI and other low‑performing schools.
Provides coordination and support to LEAs focused on the process, planning, implementation, and evaluation of an integrated system of academic and social‑emotional support in service of school improvement.
Collaborates with the Office of Research and Accountability in conducting Comprehensive Needs Assessment/Root Cause Analysis to identify gaps in student performance and develop evidence‑based improvement plans.
Provides support for reviewing, approving, implementing and monitoring improvement plans as outlined in federal expectations.
Responds to inquiries from LEAs or internal stakeholders by providing timely and accurate information.
Maintains standard operating procedures for school‑improvement program administration.
Supports the allocation, administration, implementation and monitoring of 1003(a) school‑improvement grants to LEAs.
Collaborates with the Division of Financial Policy, Planning, Operations, and Strategy to review CSI and ATSI formula calculations and develop the State’s ESSA Plan to allocate appropriate funding.
Monitors LEA spend‑down plans to ensure that financial and programmatic components of the grant align with approved applications.
Develops and maintains highly effective working relationships with MSDE staff, LEAs, various government agencies, and professional associations.
Education Possession of a Master’s degree or equivalent 36 credit hours of post‑baccalaureate coursework in Education, Education Administration/ Supervision, Educational Research, Education Policy or a related field.
Experience Five years of administrative or teaching experience in an education program, including two years of experience coordinating or administering an education program or service directly related to this position; experience coordinating a school‑improvement program is preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of designing, delivering, or supporting professional learning for school and district leaders.
Knowledge of strategic alignment of funding to school‑improvement priorities.
Knowledge of State and federal laws, regulations, policies, and issues governing education programs specifically Title I, Part A and Title I 1003(a) Approaching Targets Grant.
Knowledge of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act.
Knowledge of school‑improvement programs and initiatives.
Skill in developing and delivering research‑based and best‑in‑class professional development programs.
Skill collaborating across multiple offices, departments, or partners to align initiatives and supports.
Skill facilitating or supporting comprehensive needs assessments, root‑cause analysis, or data‑inquiry processes.
Skill in managing grant programs and funding.
Skill in planning and delivering technical assistance, staff development and guidance to local school systems and external stakeholders.
Skill in implementing, monitoring, and evaluating programs.
Skill in organizing and managing multiple tasks and timelines.
Ability to work as a team member and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to interpret and apply learning standards, policies, and regulations.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Application Requirements
Applicants must consent to a State and FBI (CJIS) background check as a routine procedure for all employees.
Travel throughout the State is required.
Provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the minimum qualifications.
All application materials must be submitted by the closing date.
Benefits State‑wide benefits as provided by the Maryland State Government for full‑time employees.
Additional details are available upon request.
Equal Opportunity Statement As an equal‑opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who reflect the State’s diversity. Individuals with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
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Responsibilities
Supports LEAs and schools in the development and implementation of school‑improvement best practices and evidence‑based strategies; coordinates professional development for CSI, TSI, ATSI and other low‑performing schools.
Provides coordination and support to LEAs focused on the process, planning, implementation, and evaluation of an integrated system of academic and social‑emotional support in service of school improvement.
Collaborates with the Office of Research and Accountability in conducting Comprehensive Needs Assessment/Root Cause Analysis to identify gaps in student performance and develop evidence‑based improvement plans.
Provides support for reviewing, approving, implementing and monitoring improvement plans as outlined in federal expectations.
Responds to inquiries from LEAs or internal stakeholders by providing timely and accurate information.
Maintains standard operating procedures for school‑improvement program administration.
Supports the allocation, administration, implementation and monitoring of 1003(a) school‑improvement grants to LEAs.
Collaborates with the Division of Financial Policy, Planning, Operations, and Strategy to review CSI and ATSI formula calculations and develop the State’s ESSA Plan to allocate appropriate funding.
Monitors LEA spend‑down plans to ensure that financial and programmatic components of the grant align with approved applications.
Develops and maintains highly effective working relationships with MSDE staff, LEAs, various government agencies, and professional associations.
Education Possession of a Master’s degree or equivalent 36 credit hours of post‑baccalaureate coursework in Education, Education Administration/ Supervision, Educational Research, Education Policy or a related field.
Experience Five years of administrative or teaching experience in an education program, including two years of experience coordinating or administering an education program or service directly related to this position; experience coordinating a school‑improvement program is preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of designing, delivering, or supporting professional learning for school and district leaders.
Knowledge of strategic alignment of funding to school‑improvement priorities.
Knowledge of State and federal laws, regulations, policies, and issues governing education programs specifically Title I, Part A and Title I 1003(a) Approaching Targets Grant.
Knowledge of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act.
Knowledge of school‑improvement programs and initiatives.
Skill in developing and delivering research‑based and best‑in‑class professional development programs.
Skill collaborating across multiple offices, departments, or partners to align initiatives and supports.
Skill facilitating or supporting comprehensive needs assessments, root‑cause analysis, or data‑inquiry processes.
Skill in managing grant programs and funding.
Skill in planning and delivering technical assistance, staff development and guidance to local school systems and external stakeholders.
Skill in implementing, monitoring, and evaluating programs.
Skill in organizing and managing multiple tasks and timelines.
Ability to work as a team member and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to interpret and apply learning standards, policies, and regulations.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Application Requirements
Applicants must consent to a State and FBI (CJIS) background check as a routine procedure for all employees.
Travel throughout the State is required.
Provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the minimum qualifications.
All application materials must be submitted by the closing date.
Benefits State‑wide benefits as provided by the Maryland State Government for full‑time employees.
Additional details are available upon request.
Equal Opportunity Statement As an equal‑opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who reflect the State’s diversity. Individuals with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
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