Education Consultant Supervisor TLDL

The Louisiana Department of Educationis committed to ensuring every child from birth through grade 12 receives a high-quality education that prepares them for lifelong success. TheDivision of Diverse Learnersleads statewide efforts to support students with disabilities through inclusive evidence-based instructional practices.

Were seeking anEducation Consultant Supervisorto serve as theDirector of Instruction and Intervention Strategy.This role leads implementation of theLouisiana Special Education Playbookfocusing on access to strong core instruction targeted interventions and skilled content-strong educators.

The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with expertise in curriculum design intervention systems and educator development. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence statewide systems support district implementation of the Playbook and improve academic and behavioral outcomes for Louisianas diverse learners.

• Demonstrated success leading district- or state-level initiatives aligned with the Louisiana Special Education Playbook emphasizing access to high-quality core instruction targeted interventions and content-strong educators.
• Deep expertise in special education law and practiceincluding IDEA and Bulletin 1508and how these guide instructional delivery interventions and compliance.
• Proven ability to design and implement instructional frameworks interventions and professional learning that improve outcomes for students with mild moderate and severe disabilities.
• Skilled in data-driven decision-making to monitor and strengthen systems of academic and behavioral support for diverse learners.
• Exceptional collaboration communication and leadership skills to coordinate across state offices districts and national partners advancing Louisianas vision for diverse learners.

Nine years of experience in education teaching or administrative services; OR

Six years of full-time work experience plus six years of experience in education teaching or administrative services; OR

A bachelors degree plus six years of experience in education teaching or administrative services; OR

An advanced degree plus five years of experience in education teaching or administrative services.

The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.

Job Duties:

As the Education Consultant Supervisor serving as Director of Instruction and Intervention Strategywithin the Division of Diverse Learners you will:

• Lead statewide implementation of the Louisiana Special Education Playbookensuring all school systems have access to high-quality core instruction targeted interventions and content-strong educators for students with disabilities.
• Supervise and support a team of Education Program Consultants responsible for designing and delivering academic and behavioral supports professional learning and technical assistance to districts.
• Collaborate across LDOE offices and divisions to align curriculum standards assessments and instructional materials with the needs of diverse learners ensuring coherence and consistency statewide.
• Develop and manage professional development initiatives such as the SPED Fellows Academy and other leadership programs that build capacity for special education and intervention leadership across Louisiana.
• Use data to guide decision-making evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and identify trends or areas for improvement in student outcomes.
• Provide direct support and technical assistance to district and school leaders helping systems strengthen governance structures instructional delivery and intervention implementation.
• Stay current on research and best practicesrelated to special education curriculum design and intervention strategy to inform statewide policies and resources.
• Represent the Division of Diverse Learners on committees advisory councils and working groups to advance policies and programs supporting Louisianas diverse learners.

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.You may attach a resume;however only the information listed on the online application will be considered to determine qualification. All education prior experience including dates related to education and prior experienceMUSTbe listed on the online application.

NOTE: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.

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Louisiana Department of Education Human Resources

PO Box 94064

Baton Rouge LA 70804

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities.