Education Consultant 4- EC na State of Louisiana, LA
State of Louisiana, LA · Baton Rouge, Estados Unidos Da América · Onsite
- Senior
- Escritório em Baton Rouge
About the Department
**This position is located in Baton Rouge, LA**
Office of Early Childhood Operations
Job Focus Area
The Education Consultant 4 position, located within the Louisiana Department of Education’s Office of Early Childhood-Strategy division , is a critical, high-impact role dedicated to improving kindergarten readiness for students with disabilities. This unique opportunity requires deep expertise in IDEA 619B policies , making the incumbent the state's lead strategist for children with disabilities. Key competencies for success include strategic program design, the ability to manage the statewide early childhood assessment platform and related data reporting (including OSEP monitoring) , and strong communication skills for mass outreach to families and school systems. This role is essential to the agency’s mission, as it combines new responsibilities with a focused strategic mission to ensure effective instructional practices, timely transition from Part C to Part B services, and accurate identification for Louisiana's youngest diverse learners.
Applicants with the following experience are encouraged to apply:
- Proven, in-depth, and current knowledge of all laws, policies, and regulations pertaining to IDEA 619B. This includes familiarity with OSEP monitoring and reporting requirements.
- Specific experience working collaboratively with multiple state agencies and school system staff to develop structures and processes to improve the timeliness and effectiveness of transition from IDEA Part C to Part B services.
- Advanced skill in developing and distributing mass communications and advisories to families, community networks, and school systems to ensure clarity and transparency regarding early childhood policies.
Position Duties
Eight years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services; OR
Six years of full-time work experience plus five years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services; OR
A bachelor's degree plus five years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services; OR
An advanced degree plus four years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services.
Minimum Qualifications
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Other Qualifications
- Collaborate with early childhood, special education policy, and academic staff (e.g., Division of Diverse Learner Supports ) to design and implement strategies for improving outcomes for children with disabilities.
- Develop structures to support a full continuum of high-quality early childhood special education services.
- Focus on promoting evidence-based inclusive practices across early childhood settings.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment. The person hired for this position is expected to regularly report to the Baton Rouge office. Current permanent classified state employees may be required to accept a probationary appointment, if selected.
Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.
Work Schedule:Work hours are Monday - Friday. Work hours will be determined.
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
**Note regarding the advertised pay range: The Education Consultant series has a special entrance rate (SER) of $31.25 hourly, $2,500 biweekly that is above the minimum hire rate for these positions. The maximum amounts listed are the maximum salary amounts a person can make over their career and not the maximum amount we are allowed to pay a new hire.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Louisiana Department of Education – Human Resources
PO Box 94064
Baton Rouge, LA 70804
