Introduction
The Maryland State Department of Education is dedicated to supporting a world-class educational system that prepares all students for college andcareer success in the 21st century. With excellent stewardship from ourdivisions we oversee State and federal programs that support the needs ofa diverse population students teachers principals and other educatorsthroughout Maryland.
GRADE
State of Maryland Salary Grade 24($45.93 per houreffective 7/1/25)
** Expert Review Team members will be paid hourly for training pre-visit preparation school visits and post-visit reporting.**
LOCATION OF POSITION
Expert Review Teammembers will be assigned to review schools across Marylands 24 local educationagencies.
Central State Office islocated at:
Nancy S. GrasmickEducation Building
200 W. BaltimoreStreet
Baltimore MD 21201
POSITION DUTIES
These are contractual positions serving as Expert Review Team members responsible for visiting assigned schools within Marylands 24 Local Education Agencies to facilitate on-site reviews focus groups and complete pre-visit data reviews and post-visit reporting.
Expert review team members will conduct on-site observations of interventions and instructional practices and facilitate focus groups with stakeholders representing school leaders teachers students and parents/caregivers. Team members will identify areas of promise opportunities for growth and make recommendations to inform improvements designed to increase student achievement.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Educational Background:Bachelors degree in education or a related field required; advanced degree in education leadership curriculum and instruction or related field preferred
- Professional Experience:Minimum of 3 years of experience in education with roles that include teaching instructional coaching school/district leadership or school improvement support
- Expertise in Core Instructional Areas:Demonstrated specialization inliteracy and/or mathematics instruction including knowledge of evidence-based practices that improve student learning outcomes.
- School Improvement Experience:Experience supporting or leadingschool improvement initiatives with a focus on analyzing instructional practices identifying areas for growth and recommending actionable strategies.
- Instructional Observation Skills:Proven ability toobserve classroom instruction collect and analyze evidence and align findings to research-based instructional indicators.
LICENSES REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in thisclassification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motorvehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motorvehicle operators license valid in the State of Maryland.
SELECTION PROCESS
APPLICANTSMUST UPLOAD A RESUME AND REQUESTED DOCUMENTATIONWITHTHE COMPLETED APPLICATION FOR CONSIDERATION. Please make sure thatyou provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meetthe qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning yourqualifications must be submitted by the closing will not considerinformation submitted after this candidates will beplaced on theeligible (employment) list for at least one year.
BENEFITS
Note: This is a limitedContractual Position and therefore not entitled to State Pension and Benefitspackages.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
It is preferred that applicants complete the MD State Government onlineapplication for employment. The application must clearly demonstrate thatthe applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position. If the
applicant is unable to apply online paper applications can be obtainedfrom the link below and be faxed to or mailed to c/o Marcia Cooper Stoke MSDE Officeof Human Resources 200 W. Baltimore Street Baltimore MD 21201. If thereis a supplemental questionnaire this must be completed and sent in withyour paper application if you are unable to apply online.
All application materials must be received in our office by the closingdate. Postmarks will not be accepted. Applications must be complete to beconsidered including all related job duties even if those are also listedon an attached resume. Additional required materials may be uploaded with the online application submitted to the fax number or mailed to theaddress listed.
Inquiries can be made to TDD . Appropriateaccommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.
If you have difficulty with your user account or have general questionsabout this online application system please contact the MD Department ofBudget and Management Recruitment and Examination Division at. TTY Users: Call via Maryland Relay.
Proof of eligibility to work is required in compliance with the ImmigrationReform and Control Act. Any misrepresentation of academic or experiencerequirements for this position may result in non-selection or terminationof employment.
As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruitingretaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the Statesdiversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouragedto apply.
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