Educational Support Coordinator

State Personnel Development Grant (SPDG) Division of Elementary and Secondary Education Office of Special Education Location: Based in Little Rock Travel: Moderate travel required Travel Expenses: Reimbursed within specified guidelines Posting Deadline: Open until position filled The Arkansas Division of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) – Office of Special Education (OSE) is seeking a highly qualified Educational Support Coordinator to assist in the coordination and implementation of the Arkansas State Personnel Development Grant (SPDG), funded by the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP). The Educational Support Coordinator serves as the lead for all district- and school-level support and is responsible for ensuring alignment with the Lead Educational Program Coordinator. This position advances statewide professional development and systems improvement initiatives designed to strengthen professional learning systems, build leadership capacity, and enhance family engagement to improve outcomes for students with disabilities. This work directly contributes to OSE’s vision for meaningful access and participation for all learners within an accessible education system. Key Responsibilities: ● In alignment with the State Improvement Plan, assist with the implementation of the Meaningful Access and Participation Project, including planning and delivery of professional learning, coaching, and data-informed improvement activities. ● Support the Lead Educational Program Coordinator with ongoing monitoring and documentation of grant initiatives, including data collection and analysis for evaluation and reporting. ● Collaborate with district and school teams to provide technical assistance and promote evidence-based practices aligned with Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS). ● Facilitate and participate in professional learning communities and statewide training. ● Assist in the coordination logistics for meetings, conferences, and professional learning sessions related to the grant activities. ● Support the collaboration with DESE-OSE, Arkansas Collaborative Consultants, and other partner organizations to ensure consistency in messaging and implementation. ● Assist in the development and dissemination of training materials, resources, and reports.