Job Description

Job Description

Iowa Department of Education’s mission is ensuring all students experience a world-class education. To accomplish our mission, we need talented, passionate people working together to build an excellent education system that empowers all students to achieve their full potential.


The Education Program Consultant (Title IIA) will be an integral member of the Federal Programs Bureau, providing technical assistance, monitoring and support to school districts, Area Education Agencies, and non-public schools.



Your Responsibilities:
Provide leadership and coordination of statewide capacity building and professional development efforts to support K-12 teachers and administrators and related personnel to improve the achievement of students with specific emphasis on the Iowa Core and the Iowa Professional Development Model through the management and administration of the Title II, Part A allocation program, including but not limited to:

(1) managing the LEA application review and approval process;

(2) monitoring LEA implementation of program requirements and regulations, including the use of funds and allowable activities;

(3) providing technical assistance to LEAs about training and recruiting highly qualified teachers and principals;

(4) coordinating and providing technical assistance to LEAs about district and school professional development plans and career development plans for teachers, and teacher quality teams;

(5) identifying and disseminating information, and promoting implementation of evidence-based professional development practices for teachers and leaders, including principals;

(6) responding to inquiries from the local school district and area education agency personnel and other stakeholders about quality professional development and highly qualified personnel requirements; and

(7) coordinating technical assistance activities with appropriate Department, LEA and AEA personnel to build the capacity of the K-12 system through quality professional development to advance student achievement.

Collaborate with the Federal Programs Title team on implementation of Title IA - Basic Programs work including processing applications, claims, data collection, and providing technical assistance to school districts regarding compliance, programming, and use of funds.


Participate in comprehensive efforts of the Department and Bureau, including Department, Division, and Bureau meetings, and other assigned work groups.


Candidates are encouraged to include detailed information about their relevant experience in their application, or submit a cover letter and resume in addition to their application.


If you wish to review a copy of the Position Description Questionnaire, please contact [email protected].



Hours: 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M., Monday – Friday; some nights and weekends, occasional in-state and out-of-state travel



A successful candidate will bring or have the ability and desire to learn:

• Passion for pursuing common goals in pursuit of public service
• Knowledge of and/or experience with Title programs
• Strong technical skills
• Strategic and analytical mindset
• Ability to work in complex situations and meet deadlines while leading teams as a non-traditional leader (no supervisory authority)
• Experience providing technical assistance and professional learning to educators
• Ability to interpret and break down highly technical or regulatory language, and present information in an understandable manner
• Ability to manage self in relation to prioritization and time management
• Conflict resolution and interpersonal skills
• Desire to work with diverse teams and stakeholders

DESIRABLE (OR) REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience utilizing Microsoft Suite.
• Experience working in computer programming.
• Experience administering and/or supporting Title programs.
• Experience providing technical assistance and professional learning to educators.
• Experience interpreting and implementing state or federal education law.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the lives of children, their families, and Iowa communities
• Collaborative, positive work environment
• Talented and passionate work colleagues that will help you learn and grow
• Opportunities to collaborate with experts from around the country
• Employee discounts from a variety of vendors
• Competitive salary and benefits package:

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

1) Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and five years of full-time post-graduate work experience in any one or a combination of the following areas:

a. Professional training, teaching, or counseling experience in an educational setting;

b. Professional administrative experience in an educational setting;

c. Professional personnel administration including such areas as job analysis, performance appraisal systems, selection devices, or labor relations;

d. Professional finance, accounting, or auditing experience including the preparation or analysis of financial statements;

e. Professional experience in a major technical program area utilized by the Iowa Department of Education or Board of Educational Examiners.

2) A combination of a total of five years of post-graduate education and full-time experience (as described in number one), where twenty-four semester hours of accredited post-graduate college or university course work equals one year of full-time experience.

3) Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree, possession of a valid Iowa Teaching Certificate, and three academic years of teaching and/or administrative experience in PK-12 and/or a post-secondary educational institution.

4) Possession of a School Business Official Authorization from the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners and seven years of full-time professional experience in finance, accounting, or auditing, including the preparation or analysis of financial statements.

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Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.

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We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind. Click here to learn more about IPERS .

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