Contracted Educator Preparation Literacy Specialist
Contracted Educator Preparation Literacy Specialist
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The Education Secretariat is committed to equity and valuing the unique and diverse characteristics and experiences of every member of its workforce. We encourage an authentic workplace where colleagues show up as their full selves where collaboration innovation and connections are key to realizing our mission that all children youth and families thrive socially academically and economically. We seek teammates who are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone is valued and engaged. We encourage you to apply and identify your strengths in these areas.
Please note that pursuant to Massachusetts general law contracted employees are not paid for the eleven scheduled holidays do not receive any paid vacation personal leave benefits or contribute to the state retirement system or social security. As a state contracted employee you must participate in direct deposit and contribute towards the Commonwealth of Massachusetts state alternate retirement plan (OBRA Plan).
The Department of Elementary & Secondary Educations Center for Instructional Support is seeking a contracted or post retirement employee to support a 3-year initiative under Literacy Launch that accelerates the review and approval of literacy-specific teacher licensure programs. This is a one-year contract with two renewals (pending available funding) focused on implementing the Early Literacy Review process for 186 program reviews under Literacy Launch and ensuring that all literacy-related licensure programs are preparing teachers in culturally and linguistically sustaining evidence-based literacy instruction as articulated in the Early Literacy Program Approval Criteriaa.
Description of Duties / Essential Functions
a complex and multi-faceted review process for a caseload of educator preparation providers (EPPs) with literacy-specific licensure programs (see list of providers here) which results in high-stakes accountability recommendations. This involves:
oProviding assistance to EPPs readying for an evaluation;
oGathering analyzing and evaluating quantitative and qualitative data related to review criteria to assessing program quality (including but not limited to focus group survey and other output data);
oProducing evidence-based evaluation reports that uphold DESEs rigorous expectations for EPPs.
a part of the review process conduct course observations to gather evidence related to the Commonwealths Early Literacy Program Approval Criteria. This involves:
oScheduling and facilitating pre- and when required post-observation meetings with instructors
oAttending the course session(s) in-person (or virtually if that is the modality of the course itself)
oSynthesizing evidence from each observation
EPPs in meeting the Commonwealths Early Literacy Program Approval expectations through relationship-building program approval and progress monitoring and coaching. This includes:
oPlanning external stakeholder engagements including but not limited to group meetings small to mid-size meetings and convenings and professional learning communities including responsibility for both event logistics and content.
oContributing expertise to development of resources and supports for higher education faculty program supervisors program supervisors and teacher candidates
oManaging the development of online modules designed to support program supervisors gain necessary content knowledge in evidence-based early literacy
expertise to various projects within the Center for Instructional Support and across the agency in service of Massachusetts educators and students.
to other DESE programs and offerings through collaboration with other offices and teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
Commitment to equity in education and a desire to work with educator preparation faculty and leadership and PK12 teachers and educational leaders to help all our children receive an excellent education.
Unwavering belief in the ability of all children to learn at high levels.
A demonstrated history of bringing anti-racist practices to your work.
Collaborative approach to problem-solving.
Proactive initiative taker who identifies and takes action to improve ones individual and the teams collective work.
Eagerness for feedback and commitment to continuous improvement.
Alignment with the principles articulated in DESEs Educational Vision
The agency is currently working under a hybrid schedule requiring 2 in office days weekly.
This is a full-time contracted position 37.5 hours per week through 6/30/2026.
This contracted position is based at the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in Everett. Staff are currently operating within a hybrid work model requiring two in-office days per week.
Questions regarding this position or the application process should be directed to
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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action minorities veterans and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race religion color sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation age disability national origin veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women Black Indigenous and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they dont meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
